Industry Research and Statistics–Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the SEMI® Book-to-Bill report?
The SEMI Book-to-Bill report is calculated by taking a three-month moving average of North American headquartered equipment manufacturers bookings divided by a three-month average of billings for the same period of time. North American equipment suppliers represent approximately 50 percent of the worldwide equipment market. A book-to-bill above one represents an expanding market while a book-to-bill below one represents a contracting market.
2. Where can I find the Book-to-Bill report release dates?
The semiconductor equipment monthly Book-to-Bill ratio is released by SEMI at 3 PM PST on the following dates.
3. Does SEMI have historical Book-to-Bill data or historical semiconductor equipment market information?
Yes, SEMI does have historical Book-to-Bill Report and Worldwide Semiconductor Equipment Market Statistics reports available. If you are interested in purchasing historic information please go to the following link where you can see a listing of the historical reports.
To place an order, enter the proper information for the report you are seeking. All orders are received the following evening by SEMI and you should receive the information file by the following business day.
4. Does SEMI collect market statistics on semiconductor equipment sold into China?
Yes, SEMI does collect market statistics on the semiconductor equipment market in China. This reporting began with the 2004 Worldwide Semiconductor Equipment Market Statistics report. Data includes billings and three-month average bookings for new (not used) equipment. For more information please click here.
5. How can I find out about existing and planned semiconductor wafer fabrication facilities?
SEMI markets a product called World Fab Watch. World Fab Watch is a database listing over 800 fabs worldwide, as well as new fabs expected to be built in the near future. For more information please click on the following link.
6. How many data collection programs does SEMI have?
SEMI currently has seven data collection programs for the following segments: Semiconductor Capital Equipment, Mass Flow Controllers, Silicon Wafers, Polysilicon, Electronic Gases, Photoresist and Photoresist Ancillaries, and Leadframes.
7. Does SEMI charge a fee to participate in a data collection program?
No. As an industry association, SEMI administers these programs as a service to its member companies. In exchange for providing data, participants receive the aggregate report free of charge.
8. How can my company participate in SEMI Market Statistics Program?
It is easy. If your company manufacturers semiconductor equipment or materials, all you have to do is call the nearest SEMI office. Within weeks you'll have access to valuable market intelligence that will give you a strategic advantage.
9. My company is very cautious about sharing revenue data with any organization. How can SEMI ensure my company’s data remains confidential?
When SEMI planned and implemented the Market Statistics Program, we researched all available options to build a program that has security as its cornerstone. SEMI uses a third party accounting firm, David Powell, Inc., to manage market statistics data collection. We continue to evaluate the security of the program.
10. Who will have access to my company’s data?
Individual company data is not available to any agency or company, including SEMI. David Powell, Inc. assigns each participating company a code number that is issued on all correspondences. Company names do not appear with data, and all data is submitted to David Powell, Inc. Confidentiality is guaranteed, and market share information for program participants is never published.
11. Is it possible for another company to extrapolate my company’s actual figures from the market reports?
No. A minimum of three companies must report into each product and market category. Additionally, if any one participant accounts for more than 75 percent of sales in a single category, the report will not be published.
12. Are checks and balances used to identify inconsistent data?
Yes, if David Powell, Inc. identifies a potential problem, the participant company will be contacted for clarification. Individual company data is neither audited nor corroborated.
13. Who should I contact to get data on the semiconductor device market?
Please contact the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) for this information by going to the following website: www.sia-online.org
14. Does SEMI conduct custom research projects for its member companies?
No, SEMI does not provide such services, but you can contact any one of our analysts and they will be able to direct you to other industry sources.
