A report comparing candidate IP blocks and suppliers against the architecture's needs, covering function, quality, maturity, cost and terms.
Analysis Work product in the Fabless startup chip lifecycle
Licensed IP can save years of work but brings cost, dependence and technical risk. The evaluation gives the founders evidence to choose wisely. Without it, IP is picked on price or familiarity, immature blocks enter the design and licence terms surprise the company later.
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