FAQ: Use Cases

How does automated manufacturing work in the semiconductor industry?

The semiconductor industry uses automated manufacturing to integrate multiple factory systems (such as those that track lots, processes, scheduling, and distribution) to improve the accuracy and quality of data and communication.

Automated manufacturing solutions can improve productivity and quality while reducing overall costs. Among the many ways they do so is by enabling improved collaboration in one factory or across sites, providing accurate insights into equipment states for better tool management, and managing scheduling solutions using real-time data.

The manufacturing execution system is the operational backbone of many semiconductor factories and can help monitor, control, and optimize production processes in real-time. MES manufacturing software can help improve a semiconductor factory’s processes and product quality. Because of its ability to predict and analyze events, it also helps manufacturers make informed decisions more quickly.

Yes, the MES software integrates multiple factory systems (such as those that track lots, processes, scheduling, and distribution) to improve the accuracy and quality of data and communication. MES manufacturing software can help improve cycle time by providing real-time visibility, automating data collection, using predictive analytics, improving communication and collaboration, and optimizing production processes.

Among the most important ways to improve productivity in semiconductor fabs is to better manage the supply chain to identify and reduce bottlenecks, reduce planning time and improve planner productivity, and improve on-time delivery and capacity usage.