CIMdata PLM Industry Summary Online Archive
4 September 2007
Implementation Investments
eRide Converts to Synopsys Design Compiler Ultra for Next-Generation GPS Chips
Synopsys, Inc . announced that eRide , a leading provider of location-based technology solutions, has adopted Synopsys' Design Compiler® Ultra synthesis solution to design its next-generation "Opus" global positioning system (GPS) integrated circuits (ICs). Opus ICs are low-power, high-functionality ICs that include ultra-sensitive positioning technology to help wireless carriers reduce the costs. eRide switched to Design Compiler Ultra after an extensive evaluation that demonstrated its ability to deliver superior results over eRide's previous synthesis tool.
"Our previous synthesis solution could not meet the stringent power and area requirements of our next-generation Opus ICs. In evaluating alternate synthesis technologies, we found Design Compiler Ultra with the DesignWare library to be a superior, reliable synthesis solution easily able to address our complex design challenges," said Allen P. Chen, vice president of VLSI Engineering at eRide. "Advanced synthesis technology coupled with excellent support from the Synopsys team drove our decision to adopt Design Compiler Ultra for our next-generation Opus ICs."
The Design Compiler Ultra solution encompasses advanced technologies to concurrently optimize for timing, area and power while delivering the highest test coverage. It also includes innovative topographical technology to accurately predict post-layout timing, area, and power during synthesis. Topographical technology eliminates costly, time-consuming iterations between synthesis and layout to significantly reduce design cycle time. Design Compiler accelerates turnaround time while addressing the complex challenges inherent in complex IC designs.
"Designers rely on Design Compiler's superior technology and quality of results to complete their designs within tight schedules," said Antun Domic, senior vice president and general manager of Synopsys' Implementation Group. "Utilizing Synopsys' unique topographical technology can cut weeks of design cycle time. As the leader in synthesis technology, we continue to bring innovative solutions to market to enable our customers' success."
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