What makes International SEMATECH (ISMT) different from most midsize businesses? They certainly have an interesting history, and a unique mission. But more than that, they're a midsize business with the IT challenges of a large enterprise.

ISMT is the world's leading consortium for developing technology infrastructure to enable the International Technology Roadmap for Semiconductors. Their member companies – a virtual who's who in the semiconductor industry – include AMD, Agere Systems, Hewlett-Packard, Infineon Technologies, IBM, Intel, Motorola, Philips, TSMC, and Texas Instruments. Members cooperatively set global industry direction and accelerate technology solutions in infrastructure, lithography, materials, and manufacturing for the semiconductor industry.

In support of this mission, ISMT must provide a manufacturing proofing facility that is common to what consortium members have, while also creating and supporting a challenging workplace for both ISMT employees and consortium member assignees.

"We have assignees from member companies at ISMT for two to four years who work cooperatively on semiconductor process research", said Mike Sigman, CIO, International SEMATECH. "They are the 'best of the best' technically and come from companies that are strong IT suppliers with very high standards."

For Sigman and his staff, this translates to delivering an IT sophistication level not found at most midsize businesses, and being held to the best practices of the member companies. In addition to the onsite infrastructure, assignees have a continued need for connectivity to their own companies, and heavily utilize a secure Web-site to disseminate critical information to all consortium members.

"Our IT challenges may be greater than those found in most midsize businesses", added Sigman, "but the quality of IT support we deliver provides maximum value for our members to reach their goals".

Click here to learn more about International SEMATECH now, or speak to Mike Sigman in person face-to-face this September at Midsize Enterprise Summit.