SEMATECH DOC ID #: 02114343A-ENG

Title: International SEMATECH Semiconductor Industry Standards Conformance Guidelines: Accreditation Processes and Criteria

Author(s): Jackie Ferrell;Lorn Christal;

Document date: 12/17/2002

Descriptor(s): procedures;standards;test methods;standards conformance;

Abstract:  This document from the MFGM017 project provides criteria in
applying consistent processes for assuring competent, independent
assessment of conformance of a product to an industry standard.
Intended audiences are accreditation bodies who evaluate and
accredit third-party test service providers (TSPs) and third-
party TSPs to understand the processes for becoming accredited.
The guideline provides criteria for accreditation bodies as well
as recommended processes for third-party TSP candidate
application and evaluation. This document complements Technology
Transfers # 02114342A-ENG, ISMT Semiconductor Industry Standards
Conformance Guidelines: Overview; # 02114344A-ENG, TSP Criteria;
and # 02114345B-ENG, Assessment Processes. This version 1.0 is
subject to change and may be revised.

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guideline. The application of this guideline, in part or in
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Users of this guideline are cautioned to consider any
manufacturer's instructions, regulatory requirements, contractual
agreements, and other relevant materials in the application of
the guidance provided herein. This document may undergo further
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International SEMATECH. This document is intended as a reference
only. Guidance provided herein is not intended to represent or
imply industry standard practices or specifications.