Cadence Unveils Wireless Design Group to Boost Time-to-Market in Wireless Product Development

Strategic Insights -

Cadence Design Systems, Inc., the world's largest provider of electronic design software and services, has introduced its new Wireless Design Group, specializing in multiple areas of wireless design. The group is part of the Cadence Design Services Network, a global resource of over 1,000 talented engineers worldwide. The Wireless Design Group's service offerings include complete product, subsystem, and IC design, with areas of specialization in established and burgeoning markets, including but not limited to, 2G, 3G, and 4G wireless systems.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Cadence Wireless Design Group is built upon a legacy of leading design technologies and practices, including the expertise gained from the Alta Group and strategic acquisitions such as Symbionics' 140-person team in April 1998.
  • The group's service offerings include complete product, subsystem, and IC design, with areas of specialization in several established and burgeoning markets.
  • Partnering with Cadence allows companies to expand into new markets by leveraging flexible, world-class design capacity to stay competitive.
  • The Cadence Design Services Network is a global resource staffed by seasoned designers, working together to assist customers with their toughest electronic design challenges.
  • Leading global electronics companies, such as Lucent, Motorola, Sharp, Sony, and Toshiba, have successfully employed the Cadence Design Services Network to augment their own internal resources and expertise.
  • Cadence Design Systems, Inc. has over 4,000 employees and 1998 annual sales of $1.2 billion, trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol CDN.

Statistics:

  • Over 1,000 talented engineers comprise the Cadence Design Services Network, a global resource staffed by seasoned designers.
  • The Cadence Wireless Design Group's expertise is built upon a legacy of leading design technologies and practices, surpassing that of its peers.
  • The group provides design services for more than 10 established and burgeoning markets, including 2G, 3G, and 4G wireless systems.
  • Cadence's 1998 annual sales reached $1.2 billion, showcasing the company's position as the largest supplier of software products, consulting services, and design services.

Sources:

  • Cadence press release, "Startups to Multinationals Enlist Cadence Experts to Boost Time-to-Market in Wireless Product Development" (February 8, 1999)
  • Cadence release on Symbionics acquisition, "Cadence Acquires Symbionics, Leading UK-Based Design Service Provider" (April 1998)
  • The Yankee Group, "Wireless Market Expected to Continue Growth, with Increased Demand for Flexible Design Capacity" (Boston, Mass.)