AMD is a semiconductor manufacturer founded in 1969 that designs and markets CPUs and GPUs. In 2011, AMD reported $6.57 billion in revenue and $491 million in net income. While AMD stopped manufacturing chips in 2008 to focus on design, it acquired ATI Technologies in 2006 and SeaMicro in 2012. AMD's "Fusion" CPUs, "Southern Islands" GPUs, and strong customer base position it for an important year ahead despite risks of failure in its industry.

1. AMD
Company Profile
Kevin Chow
Presented: 4/2/2012

2. Company Basics
• Semiconductor Manufacturer
• Main markets in CPUs/GPUs

3. Financials
• 2011 Revenue: $6.57 Billion
• 2011 Net Income: $491 Million

4. Company History
• Founded in 1969 by executives of Fairchild
Semiconductor
• Acquired ATI Technologies in 2006
• In 2008, decides to stop manufacturing chips
and focuses solely on chip design

5. What’s New
• AMD Fusion
• “Southern Islands” Radeon GPUs
• Acquisition of SeaMicro

6. Secret Sauce
• Strong customer base
• Not afraid of failure

7. Final Look
• This next year will be really important