“The conventional process of reticle enhancement is highly iterative and time-consuming. First it's necessary to segment the design into areas to be treated in like manner. Then you iteratively move an edge, simulate the resulting image, and if that result isn't good enough, move [the edge] some more.”
“You don't just want a mask image that will give you an acceptable pattern at exact focus and dose. You want the pattern on the wafer to be acceptable over a reasonable range of focus and dose errors and variations in resist.”
“There's no question about it. He's got a sense of urgency. He's always had the toughness and competitiveness to be a leader, but now he's doing it vocally. He's helping guys out and running our team.”
“I think everything Daniel had to go through made him appreciate things more. He turned it into a learning experience, and he's been a better player and a better person because of it.”
“Our clients require a high degree of certainty in trusting us with their sensitive data and an assurance that their provider meets the highest possible standards. US clients are virtually demanding SAS 70 certification or they are not willing to work with you.”
