Synopsys is a technology company that specializes in electronic design automation (EDA), semiconductor intellectual property (IP), and software quality and security solutions. Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Mountain View, California, with an office in Tokyo, Japan, Synopsys provides tools that automate the chip design process, enhancing design accuracy and productivity. Its offerings include software for designing application-specific integrated circuits and system-on-chip solutions, alongside consulting services. The company focuses on helping businesses manage and test their software for security and quality, addressing the growing needs of semiconductor and systems companies as they increasingly adopt in-house chip design and integrate more complex digital solutions.
Senior Vice President and General Manager, Implementation Group
Past deals in CAD
Simpleware
Acquisition in 2016
Simpleware Ltd. specializes in 3D image processing, analysis, and model generation software for applications in computer-aided design (CAD), computer-aided engineering (CAE), and 3D printing. The company's flagship product, ScanIP, is a versatile image processing platform that supports various modules for tasks such as finite element and computational fluid dynamics mesh generation, CAD integration, and material property calculations. These modules enhance functionality, allowing users to generate volume and surface meshes, import CAD models, and calculate material properties for a range of applications. Simpleware’s solutions are widely utilized across diverse fields, including life sciences, materials science, oil and gas exploration, and reverse engineering. The company, founded in 2000 and headquartered in Exeter, United Kingdom, also has an office in the United States and collaborates with a network of distributors and sales partners globally. Simpleware operates as a subsidiary of Synopsys Inc. since its acquisition in 2016.
LEDA Systems
Acquisition in 2004
LEDA Systems Inc., founded in 1995, is a leader in the field of mixed-signal and analog silicon intellectual property (IP) design and development. LEDA is a single, comprehensive source for silicon-proven mixed-signal IP. It has licensed its technology to more than 50 customers for the development, manufacture and sales of high-performance integrated circuits (ICs).
Integrated Systems Engineering
Acquisition in 2004
Integrated Systems Engineering is a privately held company provides range of TCAD tools.
Adaptive Silicon
Series A in 2000
Adaptive Silicon licenses Programmable Logic Cores for the purpose of adding programmability to system-on-chip devices. This programmability permits multiple designs to be built on a single silicon die and enables products to be re-programmed after they are built and in service.
Stanza Systems
Acquisition in 1999
Stanza Systems is a privately held company that specializes in custom integrated circuit (IC) layout tools for design and manufacturing processes. The company also offers a coding platform aimed at addressing complex challenges in coding, culture, and community. By providing innovative tools and fostering collaboration among engineers, Stanza Systems supports decision-making and enhances productivity within the engineering community.
Cadis GmbH
Acquisition in 1994
CADIS GmbH of Aachen, Germany, an innovative company specializing in digital signal processing (DSP) design. CADIS was acquired for approximately $4 million, in a strategic move to take Synopsis into the digital signal processing market with second generation technology.
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