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Intel Corporation

The Basic Story Regarding Intel and Information Systems

Intel is expanding its business focus but has traditionally been the world leader in the microprocessor segment of the Semiconductor Industry. One could categorize Intel today as being the major company in the PC component business while recognizing that it is also in other segments of the industry. The complexity and miniturization of its products and pressures because of the increasingly shorter product cycles leads to the conclusion that Intel must be a major user of computer-based design systems. The same can be said for the importance of manufacturing systems. A lively argument could be made as to whether engineering design or manufacturing systems are more important to Intel's success as a business. It has obviously made its name through the design of microprocessors that are the de facto standard in the PC industry. If it was not able to realize high yield levels in manufacturing the microprocessors it would not achieve the profit margins that are so critical to sustaining its competitive position in the market.

Design and manufacturing systems have been a traditional strength of Intel. Andy Grove would confirm this and third on his list of competitive systems would be Intel's global network. The ability to link efforts around the world is critical for Intel to function as a multinational company. Its busines and administrative systems have not been of the same high standard as its design and manufacturing systems. This is definitely changing as Intel understands the importance of these systems and the role that they play in establishing and maintaining on-going relationships with its customers.

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