Corporate:
Intel Corporation was begun in 1968 to manufacture semiconductors, among other products, that were needed in the developing IT industry. The company grew rapidly with high demand in the IT industry.Intel has endured several turbulent market conditions, especially during the eighties. Today, it's a fortune 100 company and ranks 49th worldwide.
Activities:
Intel is a pioneer in the semiconductor industry and is a leading producer of several next generation products:- Graphic Chips
- Flash Memory
- Motherboard Chipsets
- Embedded processors
- Network Interface Cards
- Bluetooth Chipsets
- Microprocessors
Performance:
In 2005, Intel's turnover was $38.80 billion, with profits of $5 billion. At the end of 2006, Intel's market capitalization was approximately $119 billion. Fortune 500 has ranked Intel at 49th globally, on the basis of its performance in 2005.Research & Development:
Intel has an extensive global presence and a highly sophisticated research and development set up, broadly divided into:- Exploratory Research, that takes high technology to the common person.
- Platform Research, that continuously improves and simplifies technology for the end user.
- Intel initiates and participates in a number of innovations aimed at continuous improvement of solutions and services worldwide.
Assets and Infrastructure:
Intel has a worldwide presence. The company is accredited with setting up numerous high end centers throughout the world.Intel's Exploratory Research centers are located in:
- Berkley
- Pittsburg
- Seattle
Future:
Intel has positioned itself for the future with the bold statement "Leap Ahead". By this statement, Intel wants to convey that it desires to lead the future in technology and its applications. Intel is committed to greater innovation and improvement of technology.Organization:
Intel is headed by Mr. C. Barrett, ChairmanIntel's corporate office is located at:
2200 Mission College Blvd.
Santa Clara, CA 95052
USA
Tel: (408) 765-8080
Website URL: www.intel.com
