System Integrator
Tier 1
PLC Mfg.
Tier 2
Processor Mfg.
Tier 3
Supply Chain Tier Structure
IC Packaging
Tier 4
Design
Tier 5; source
Programmable Logic Controller
Memory
Chip Die
IP Design Libraries
SYNOPSYS (USA)
PCB
Processor
Packaging
Silicon Fab
BGA Contacts
Encapsulation
CADENCE (EU)
CORTUS (FR)
Plastic
Glass