PDF Solutions (NASDAQ:PDFS), headquartered in Santa Clara, California, is a technology company that provides data-driven solutions for the semiconductor manufacturing industry. Founded in 1991, the company specializes in software and services designed to improve yield, productivity and profitability for semiconductor fabricators. Over its history, PDF Solutions has positioned itself as a partner to foundries, integrated device manufacturers (IDMs), assembly and test operations, offering tailored data analytics and engineering expertise.
The company’s flagship offering, the Exensio platform, aggregates and analyzes data from process equipment, metrology and inspection systems to identify yield-limiting defects and process excursions. Complementary solutions, such as InSight Metrics and PVDX tools, enable customers to perform advanced root-cause analysis, track key performance indicators and optimize critical process steps. PDF Solutions also provides professional services, including fault-diagnosis consulting and custom software integration, to ensure seamless deployment and adoption within complex manufacturing environments.
PDF Solutions serves a global customer base across North America, Europe and Asia, with regional offices in major semiconductor hubs such as Taiwan, South Korea, Japan, China and Germany. Its engineering and support teams work closely with clients to address the unique challenges of leading-edge process nodes and emerging packaging technologies. By combining domain expertise with scalable analytics platforms, PDF Solutions aims to help manufacturers accelerate ramp-to-volume, reduce scrap and lower overall production costs.
