The cost of quality

Summary form only given, as follows. A record of the panel discussion was not made available for publication as part of the conference proceedings. This panel will focus on some of the most important issues in test-the quality and cost of test. The panelists representing major providers and buyers of silicon will debate the business aspects of the problem. What does "Quality" mean from business point of view? What is driving it? Is "Quality at any cost" the right answer? How can "Test" be a competitive advantage and value-added in the IC industry? How should IC suppliers and customers collaborate on quality and test issues? What are the new emerging areas and needs for tools and equipment?