Cyient Semiconductors and GlobalFoundries Form Strategic Alliance to Enhance Semiconductor Innovation
Cyient Semiconductors Joins Forces with GlobalFoundries
In a significant move for the semiconductor industry, Cyient Semiconductors Private Limited, a rapidly expanding custom silicon firm, has announced a strategic Channel Partner Agreement with GlobalFoundries (GF), one of the world's foremost pure-play semiconductor foundries. This partnership is designed to refine access to GF’s cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing and its energy-efficient technological processes.
Under the terms of this agreement, Cyient Semiconductors will act as an authorized reseller for GF’s wide array of semiconductor manufacturing services. This strategic alliance is expected to offer companies increased access to essential fabrication services, as well as technical consultations, design enablement, assembly, testing, and other value-added services that can drive innovation forward and shorten time-to-market for new semiconductor products.
Suman Narayan, CEO of Cyient Semiconductors, expressed enthusiasm about this partnership, stating, "This collaboration unveils a new chapter in our growth strategy. It allows us to cater to the burgeoning ecosystem of fabless companies by providing them with unparalleled foundry capabilities and cutting-edge technologies from GlobalFoundries. Our ability to leverage Cyient Semiconductor's comprehensive ASIC (Application-Specific Integrated Circuit) capabilities positions us as a pivotal player in spearheading semiconductor innovation across diverse sectors, including automotive, industrial, medical, and communications."
As part of the strategic collaboration, Cyient Semiconductors will work closely with GlobalFoundries to facilitate a seamless transition from conceptualization to production for emerging customers. A specialized team has been formed to ensure effective coordination, technical support, and delivery of services to meet client needs efficiently.
Samuel Vicari, Chief Customer Officer at GlobalFoundries, shared his thoughts on this partnership, stating, "Cyient Semiconductors brings a wealth of domain expertise and a customer-focused approach that aligns well with GF's mission to expand our strategic partnerships in the semiconductor domain. Together, we are committed to empowering next-generation companies to achieve faster scalability without compromising on quality and reliability, traits that are vital to a leading global foundry."
This agreement not only enhances GF's channel strategy aimed at serving high-potential, underrepresented customers but also enables Cyient Semiconductors to deepen its footprint within the expansive global semiconductor value chain. With this partnership, both companies are set to play a crucial role in the evolution of semiconductor technology, ensuring it meets the demands of various critical industries around the globe.
About Cyient Semiconductors
Cyient Semiconductors, part of the larger Cyient Group, specializes in delivering efficient, high-performance silicon solutions across multiple domains like analog, mixed-signal, RF, and digital sectors. They cater to a range of industries including High-Performance Computing (HPC), data centers, industrial automation, communications, automotive, and healthcare. Their comprehensive service offering supports the complete lifecycle of chips, from initial architecture through to final production via both turnkey and design service models. Cyient Semiconductors partners closely with leading semiconductor firms, OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, and other global entities, enabling innovative, scalable silicon solutions for a future-ready landscape.