| The Indian semiconductor
industry today represents every aspect of the semiconductor
lifecycle, from cutting-edge EDA and VLSI design
companies to an evolving manufacturing eco-system.
The ISA membership profile stands testimony to this
versatility. ISA members have a presence in all
the major industry segments across design and manufacturing,
including the eco-system of venture capitalists,
academic institutions and legal firms. The increase
in the membership of ISA is a reflection of the
growth of the semiconductor industry itself.
In the past one year, ISA created value for its
members through a range of activities that it
organized. From management talks and technology
updates for senior management to discussions on
issues of interest to the industry and the market,
ISA members had a power-packed events calendar.
The interest in India as a destination for semiconductor
design and manufacturing was evident from the
participation of delegates from around the world
at the ISA Vision Summit 2007.
Besides fostering growth, ISA has been committed
towards creating a viable eco-system for the industry.
The Semicon Policy 2007 that the Government of
India announced recently has been a step in this
direction. With adequate incentives, the industry
will be able to build the right capabilities to
join the big league and participate in this huge
economic opportunity.
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To build a robust and viable semiconductor
industry in the country, ISA has been working towards
creating a talent pool that is wide and highly scalable.
ISA has taken on the task of bridging the divide
between industry and academia through several focused
initiatives. The semiconductor industry thrives
on innovation and ISA’s talent initiatives
are geared towards that.
In the years ahead, ISA would continue to play
a pivotal role in the growth of the industry and
strengthen talent and continue to build a competitive
advantage for the country. Moreover, we expect
to offer our members an even more rewarding experience
through our round-the-year activities. The active
involvement of the industry and the active participation
of the Executive Council ensure that our initiatives
are highly valued. ISA has profited immensely
from the direction of its Chairmen Rajendra Kumar
Khare (outgoing) and S. Janakiraman (incoming).
The ISA Secretariat provides the support to execute
our initiatives successfully.
Going forward, we look to increased participation
from industry. The Government of India has recognized
the need to nurture the industry through various
incentives. With the support of the industry and
the Government, we at ISA are committed to take
the Indian semiconductor industry to the next
level. This is the time for India and we are here
to make it happen.
Like Jack Welch says, “Control your own
destiny or someone else will.”
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