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Automotive Solutions

GLOBALFOUNDRIES is a proven partner in the automotive semiconductor supply chain, relied upon by several major semiconductor suppliers and OEM’s.  Semiconductor content in automotive vehicles is increasing because of the adoption of the following market drivers:

  • Electric and hybrid vehicles
  • Safety electronics (lane departure warning, tire pressure measurement system and electronic stability control)
  • Infotainment
  • Telematics applications

Some of these are driven by government legislation to improve driver safety and reduce carbon footprint. The automotive semiconductor IC market CAGR from  2008 to 2017 is expected to be 7.7%, and will reach a market size of over $35B by 2017.

Semiconductor companies with automotive product lines are no longer investing significantly in leading edge technology nodes, specifically below 90nm. They will need to rely on pure-play foundries to deliver products that meet the mandated automotive quality and reliability.  GLOBALFOUNDRIES is highly qualified to meet this need, per the certifications listed below, and validated by on-site audits conducted  by the leading automotive manufacturers and their semiconductor suppliers. 

GLOBALFOUNDRIES Automotive Quality Certifications

  • All of GLOBALFOUNDRIES fabs in Singapore are certified to the following:
    • ISO/TS 16949 – Since May 2005 – Certified by TUV SUD PSB
    • ISO 9001 – Since May 2005 – Certified by TUV SUD PSB
    • IS0 14001 – Since October 1998 – Certified by LRQA
    • OHSAS 18001 – Since September 2006 – Certified by LRQA
  • GLOBALFOUNDRIES Fab 1 in Dresden Germany is certified to the following:
    • ISO 9001 – Since May 2003 – Certified by TUEV Rhineland
    • IS0 14001 – Since November 2001 – Certified by TUEV SUD

Overview of GLOBALFOUNDRIES Automotive Systems

Our systems involve:

  • Customer Engagement
  • Process Development
  • Manufacturing and Quality
  • Shipment