The difference between a platform and a tool
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In the world of yield management, two terms that are often used interchangeably are platform and tool, however, they are not the same.
Yield management is a critical process in ensuring that semiconductor devices meet quality and reliability standards. Here, we are going to explore the difference between a platform and a tool, using yieldHUB as an example of a platform. There are various tools (although we prefer the term capabilities) within yieldHUB.
In the market, you might find there are free or simple standalone tools that may be able to perform tasks, however, the downside is this is often designed for a single user and it usually works at a much slower pace with limited capabilities.
A platform, on the other hand, is more comprehensive and provides users with a range of capabilities and features. It is ideal for large-scale fabless semiconductor companies, however, a lot of startups are now recognizing the value that platforms can bring. This is because the quality and reliability of semiconductors are critical to a company’s success.
A platform is designed to be used by many users or teams and is often customizable to meet specific needs. In most cases, a yield management platform provides users with a wide range of capabilities in yield management, data analytics, and data visualization.
Some benefits that a platform like yieldHUB can offer include:
Customization: When you speak to our team of experts we customize a package for you so you can pick and choose which capabilities you’d like. We also offer a wide range of visuals that can help you make better decisions.
Lightening fast speed: The yieldHUB platform cleanses all your data, no matter how big, and delivers results within just a few clicks. This can help engineers save hours of work.
Cloud or on-premise: We offer customers the option to use our platform on-premise (via an on-site server) or on cloud (using AWS) which can be accessed by a web browser. A cloud-based platform can be accessed from any location. It is also incredibly secure and scalable.
A seamless user experience: What's worse than having amazing software that is too difficult to use? yieldHUB was designed to be user intuitive so anyone can learn how to use our platform and pick up where they left off. Further, most of your yield management needs can be handled in one place, instead of multiple or several tools to do different tasks.
Support and maintenance: The yieldHUB platform is being constantly maintained, tweaked, and improved so our customers get the ultimate experience. We’ve also invested in our Research & Development team, who are always working on new products and capabilities. However, most importantly, we offer our customers 24-hour support from experienced experts five days a week.
Integration: Yield management platforms should be able to integrate with other systems. This integration can provide a more comprehensive view of the manufacturing process and improve data accuracy. It can also improve the efficiency of the manufacturing process by automating data collection and analysis.
While both platforms and tools provide users with specific capabilities, there are important differences between the two. The scalability and customization of platforms make them a more versatile and powerful option.
The benefits of a yield management platform can improve the yield rate, reduce costs, and improve quality and reliability.
If you're interested in learning more about our yield management platform or you’d like a free demo, contact yieldHUB today at communications@yieldhub.com.