This IDC study examines the semiconductor vendors that participate in the dedicated foundry marketplace. This study does not include integrated device manufacturers (IDMs), which also participate in the space. This document focuses primarily on 2007, providing IDC's perspective on the current market trends and snapshots of the positioning of the key players.

"Process technology, operational efficiency, and focus should be the top priorities for a manufacturing service business model. Maintaining a low price strategy is not viable. Maintaining or growing market share should not compromise financial goals and viability." Patrick Liao, research manager of Asia/Pacific Semiconductors Program, IDC