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The STDF Reader Add-In imports Standard Test Data Format (STDF V4) binary files into JMP, converting raw semiconductor test data into a file summary and six structured data tables https://marketplace.jmp.com/appdetails/STDF+Reader   Launch the add-in from the JMP Add-Ins menu and provide two inputs: the path to your STDF file and an output directory for intermediate files. The add-in handles the rest — it parses the binary file via Python, generates JMP data tables with appropriate column properties (including USL/LSL spec limits), and builds a JMP Project containing all data tables and analysis reports. Use the Column Switcher in the control chart report to navigate between tests, the Local Data Filter in the wafer map to select individual wafers, and the Process Screening report to identify underperforming tests at a glance. ... View more

NXP's Citizen Data Scientist Program is an initiative that delivers both statistical training and tangible results – like eliminating more than 100 tests without losing reliability coverage – to the business. In this video, Mehul Shroff, Technical Director for Intrinsic/Radiation Reliability at NXP, explains how statistical approaches in place at NXP mean cost reduction doesn't come at a cost to quality.   ... View more

For decades, testing was limited to 2% of total manufacturing costs with highly advanced automated test equipment capable of performing several different tests at the same time on multiple chips or wafers, and ultimately for different functions as part of system-level testing. Today, these testing percentages are on the rise again.  Based on run-on-error data and test time data, it is easy to obtain the optimal test order in term of test duration. By plotting a curve of test coverage over time, it is possible to study how to further reduce test duration while quantifying the impact on quality. https://marketplace.jmp.com/appdetails/Test+Time+Optimizer    With this add‑in, engineers can: - Reduce overall test time by identifying low‑value or redundant steps - Lower manufacturing costs through smarter test strategy decisions - Visualize the Test Coverage vs. Time curve to clearly see tradeoffs and optimization opportunities - Make data‑driven decisions with an intuitive JMP interface If improving throughput and efficiency is a priority for your team, this tool can make a measurable impact.   ... View more

In this on-demand webinar, discover how JMP helps semiconductor manufacturers and Tier 1 suppliers respond faster to excursions, uncover root causes, and drive improvements in yield and quality. Learn more about JMP’s capabilities in process monitoring, interactive data visualization, predictive modeling, and workflow automation – tools that streamline decisions and scale insights across operations. Key takeaways: Explore relationships, uncover patterns, and build models in one interactive JMP environment – no coding required. Accelerate excursion response and root cause analysis with JMP. Use automation to reduce manual effort and improve scalability and process transfer. Watch the webinar here: https://www.jmp.com/en/resources/on-demand/non-series/fab-data-fast-insights-analytic-workflow-for-semiconductor-engineers   ... View more

I’m sharing this success story from JSR Micro because it’s a strong example of how the right analytics strategy can create measurable impact in semiconductor manufacturing. In this case, JSR Micro streamlined its quality control and production analytics by integrating multiple data sources using solutions from JMP. Faced with disconnected production, QC, and environmental datasets, the team consolidated information to enable faster, more reliable insights — reducing batch review time from 15 minutes to just 5 minutes, and saving more than 10 working days annually. Even more importantly, they can now identify out-of-spec conditions earlier, helping prevent downstream reliability risks and strengthening customer confidence. It’s a great illustration of how structured data access and statistical tools can drive both operational efficiency and proactive quality improvement in semiconductor materials production. Check out the full story here: https://www.jmp.com/en/customer-stories/jsr-micro ... View more