Emerson and Advantest Join Forces to Deliver AI-Driven Test Ecosystem Enabling Real-Time Edge Analysis and Decision Making

AUSTIN, TX (March 09, 2025) –Emerson (NYSE: EMR), an industrial technology leader delivering advanced automation solutions and Advantest America, Inc., a leader in semiconductor test equipment, announced today a strategic partnership that will transform semiconductor testing by harnessing the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). This collaboration combines Emerson’s deep domain expertise in semiconductor product analytics, algorithm development, and data management with Advantest’s cutting-edge real-time data infrastructure.

"The collaboration between Emerson and Advantest combines our strengths to create a powerful, AI-driven test ecosystem that optimizes efficiency, yields, and enables the highest standards of quality and reliability for semiconductor companies.”
— Rudy Sengupta, VP & General Manager of Test and Analytics Software, Emerson Test & Measurement

The semiconductor industry underpins today’s modern world, and with the ever-increasing demand for more end products, developed faster and with higher quality, innovation is paramount. The partnership between Emerson and Advantest is intended to usher in a new era of intelligent manufacturing, enabling real-time decision-making throughout the entire testing process. Pushing complex computing and analysis capabilities to the edge, closer to the equipment, allows for faster and more efficient test processes and enables immediate action such as re-binning and adaptive testing.

"The collaboration between Emerson and Advantest will enable smarter, faster decision-making at the edge, enabling our customers meet the demands of tomorrow’s technology."
— Michael Chang, Vice President and General Manager, Advantest Cloud Solutions

Emerson and Advantest’s partnership utilizes both companies’ strengths to deliver real-time decisioning in a responsible manner. Key benefits include:

• Optimized Efficiency and Yield: The AI-driven test ecosystem enhances operational efficiency and yield, enabling the highest standards of quality and reliability for semiconductor companies.
• Real-Time Decision Making: The companies’ strengths will enable real-time decision-making throughout the entire testing process by using the system architecture that streams the real-time data, pushes compute and analysis capabilities to the edge.
• Scalable and Flexible Solutions: The open and extensible platform supports the development, simulation, publication, and activation of an AI/ML models at the ACS Real-Time Data Infrastrucutre™, accommodating both proprietary and third-party algorithms.
• Consistent Improvements Across Test Stages: The area-agnostic solution applies the same architecture and concepts across wafer sort, final test, and system-level test, enabling consistent improvements throughout the testing process.

About Emerson

Emerson (NYSE: EMR) is a global technology and software company providing innovative solutions for the world’s essential industries. Through its leading automation portfolio, including its majority stake in AspenTech, Emerson helps hybrid, process and discrete manufacturers optimize operations, protect personnel, reduce emissions and achieve their sustainability goals. For more information, visit Emerson.com.

About Advantest

Advantest (TSE: 6857) is the leading manufacturer of automatic test and measurement equipment used in the design and production of semiconductors for applications including 5G communications, the Internet of Things (IoT), autonomous vehicles, high-performance computing (HPC), including artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, and more. Its leading-edge systems and products are integrated into the most advanced semiconductor production lines in the world. The company also conducts R&D to address emerging testing challenges and applications; develops advanced test-interface solutions for wafer sort and final test; produces scanning electron microscopes essential to photomask manufacturing; and offers system-level test solutions and other test-related accessories. Founded in Tokyo in 1954, Advantest is a global company with facilities around the world and an international commitment to sustainable practices and social responsibility. More information is available at www.advantest.com