LSI adopts broad range of Cadence mixed signal technologies

SAN JOSE, USA: Cadence Design Systems Inc. announced that LSI Corp. signed a multi-year agreement for key Cadence mixed-signal technology. After reviewing competitive offerings, LSI chose Cadence technology for its leading mixed-signal methodologies supported by the Virtuoso custom and analog, and Incisive verification technology platforms.

“We chose Cadence because of its product portfolio, leading-edge technology, comprehensive methodology and expertise for mixed-signal design,” said John Jansen, Director of Foundry Technology of LSI. “Cadence is a leader in mixed-signal IC design solutions, and we are successfully using these on some of our most challenging projects.”

Mixed-signal chips are essential for today’s complex electronics devices and play a strategically important role in LSI’s IC product business. LSI will use Cadence technologies, including the Virtuoso IC 6.1 suite and Incisive 9.2 suite, to develop its products for the networking and storage markets.

“LSI is a truly innovative company that understands the importance of selecting the best technology to stay ahead of competitors,” said Sandeep Mehndiratta, solutions marketing group director at Cadence. “We look forward to a long-term engagement with LSI as its engineers leverage Cadence technology to create some of the most advanced products on the market.”