PDF Solutions provides process-design integration technologies for manufacturing integrated circuits. Its solutions software, methodologies and services enable semiconductor companies to create IC designs that can be more easily manufactured. By simulating deep sub-micron product and process interactions, the PDF solution offers clients reduced time to market, increased IC yield and performance, and enhanced product reliability and profitability. The company works with integrated device manufacturers, fabless semiconductor companies and foundries, which produce microprocessors, ASICs, memory, communications, and mixed-signal chips. Its solutions combine proprietary process and design simulation with analysis software, comprehensive Characterization Vehicle test chips, proven yield and performance enhancement methodologies, and consulting services. Headquartered in San Jose, Calif., PDF Solutions has headquarters in San Jose, Calif., and additional offices in Europe and Japan.