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Semiconductors in the focus of
Functional Safety

We don't like half measures. Especially not when it comes to testing and certifying the functional safety of safety-relevant semiconductor elements such as SoCs, IPs and ICs.

If you also want to be on the legally safe side for a specific area of semiconductor development or need support, we at SGS-TÜV Saar are your experienced and accredited partner - far beyond ISO 26262, IEC 61508 or ISO/SAE 21434.

We offer various certification marks developed for different requirements, creating confidence for the entire supply chain in semiconductor development. These services also include IPs that fall into the field of artificial intelligence, e.g. special DSPs that accelerate the corresponding computing operations through parallel data processing.

 

Benefit from our knowledge!

Our ISO 26262 training courses on semiconductor standards

In our practical training courses - conducted by experienced trainers - we guide you step by step to your goal: the implementation of the normative requirements in your company.

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Our trainers bring this knowledge to semiconductors.

Conveying complexity stands and falls with a skillful mix of solid specialist knowledge and practical experience. Our trainers have both.

This starts with semiconductor-specific training courses that help you as a physicist, engineer or developer to correctly interpret all ISO 26262 requirements.

However, this also applies to GAP analyses to verify that semiconductor development processes comply with standards and continues with support in the form of the necessary documents (Safety Case).

Of course, we are also happy to be your trusted partner for all issues relating to semiconductor-specific safety analyses, for your process audits and for functional safety assessments. And the fact that we also address all your questions on intellectual property rights (IPs) proves once again that we have recognized the importance of trust in the entire supply chain.

 

Semiconductor consulting: Our targeted approach is your advantage.

When it comes to your specific questions about the standards landscape for semiconductors and functional safety, you can expect us to provide you with the very latest expertise. As one of the best addresses for advice on semiconductors, we are at your side when it comes to helping you make a decision. Are you not 100% sure whether an ASIL-ready automotive entry-level product is right for you? Or whether you want to start right away with a standard-compliant development process and a "Compliant" assessment and what the benefits of certification are? We have the answers!

You can rely on our consulting expertise and thus on decision-making that is optimally tailored to the needs and requirements of your company, e.g:

  • Training on semiconductor standards
  • GAP analyses for the conformity of semiconductor development processes
  • Required document management
  • Semiconductor-specific safety analyses
  • Special audit requirements and assessment.

Our semiconductor experts will take a close look and help you interpret the requirements of the standard.

We offer workshops and support to clarify standards requirements. If specific product and process developments require the involvement of a cooperation partner due to accreditation requirements in order to provide a comprehensive service, we deliver solutions within the framework of our international SGS and partner network.

 

We test concepts, products and processes.

We evaluate semiconductor processes,
concepts and products through their paces.

We leave nothing unchecked - we promise. If you need a product or development process evaluation or would like an assessment or audit to accompany your development, make a forward-looking decision with our specialists from SGS-TÜV Saar.

We are an accredited service provider for functional safety and cyber security in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO/IEC 17020 and have cross-industry expertise in semiconductors in the context of functional safety. This makes us the best possible partner if you want to put concepts, processes or products to the test. In short, you can look forward to reliable data that you can use to drive your developments forward.

GAP analyses for the conformity of semiconductor development processes with ISO 26262 and other standards (e.g. IEC 61508)

  • We support the introduction of ISO 26262 (or IEC 61508) compliant processes in semiconductor development.
  • Our experts will help you to create appropriate documents that cover the requirements of the "work products" listed in ISO 26262.
  • In doing so, we draw on many years of experience and existing templates for these work products, which accelerate the implementation of the process extension.
  • This set of templates (Safety Case Template Kit) can also be purchased separately without the associated consulting services.

 
Semiconductor-specific safety analyses

  • Our experts analyze all types of designs in detail according to standards (including ISO 26262, TR 62380, SN 29500) and evaluate possible failure modes and their impact on previously defined safety objectives.
  • If the analysis reveals that additional safety measures are necessary, we will also provide you with suggestions for suitable measures, including an estimate of the diagnostic coverage (DC).

Process audits for functional safety

  • An ISO 26262-compliant development process minimizes the risk of systematic errors during development.
  • Our auditors evaluate the underlying development process during an audit and point out any deviations from the requirements of the standard.
  • Once any findings have been eliminated, a process certificate highlights the conformity of the process with the standard and significantly reduces the effort required for an assessment in a follow-up project.

The proof of safety:
Certification for semiconductor products and semiconductor development

An audit is good - certification is often even better!

Because when it comes to semiconductors and their reliable use in the automotive environment, robotics, the automation industry or any other sector, reliability is the most important pillar of competitiveness.

If you, as the person responsible for the product or development process, want to strengthen your customer's trust in your brand, certification is the best possible instrument. Make the decision easier for your end customers and strengthen your market position.

Rely on a meaningful certificate from us, SGS-TÜV Saar; the world market leader in functional safety in the field of semiconductor certification with its global network.

  • "ASIL x ready" & "ASIL X process capability":
    • Functional safety assessments according to ISO 26262 (or IEC 61508), including certification of ICs and IPs
    • Suitability of the design for safety-critical applications
  • "ASIL x compliant":
    • Certification of full compliance with ISO 26262, including the development process and the safety culture in the company
  • Certification of tools for AI architectural design and data modeling

 

 

This is what we do for your safe semiconductor development:

Individual test marks across the entire semiconductor supply chain

Maximum agility thanks to strong and experienced teams

Excellent quality through international assessor qualification

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Functional Safety (Munich)

SGS-TÜV Saar GmbH
Benzstr. 28
D-82178 Puchheim near Munich

t: +49 89 787475 271

 

 

Functional Safety (Dortmund)

SGS-TÜV Saar GmbH
Joseph-von-Fraunhofer-Str. 13
D-44227 Dortmund

t: +49 231 9742 7300