Tech Scouting Semiconductor Packaging
A leader in the chip packaging market requested that the IP portfolio be assessed against other market challengers to ascertain their research plans. The study offered comprehensive information regarding competitors and highlighted the advantages and segments that required enhancements. It also estimated the future R&D required for better performance.
Client Background:
The client is a technology provider with a significant market share in the chip packaging market. To maintain its dominance in the market, the client focuses on the development of advanced packaging solutions.
Engagement Objective:
The study was conducted to assess the client’s IP portfolio with respect to two of its competitors. The objective is to understand the competitors’ research direction and future strategies. The following questions were answered in the study:
- What is the IP distribution in different packaging technologies?
- Does the client possess any advantage over its competitors?
- Which technology segment needs strengthening to gain a competitive edge?
- Is there any drastic deviation in the research activities of the client as compared to its competitors?
- Is there any deviation in the client’s filing strategies from those of its competitors?
Client Impact:
The study benefited the client by providing them with a comprehensive comparison of the focus areas with respect to its competitors. This enabled the client to determine its strength and points of vulnerability with respect to its competitors. Based on the identified white spaces, clients can channel greater resources to improve their research and development in that area.
