Market and value chain analysis for ARM and x86 processors

Background

To support their strategic planning process, a SoC company engaged Aranca to analyze the market for ARM and x86 processors

Aranca Solution

IIn-depth analysis of the market dynamics, value chain, profit-pools and technology trends for processors in different applications

Results

Our analysis helped the client to assess its competitive position in different end-markets and define specific three-year growth plans

Ideate

Shortlist applications in computing, consumer and industrial markets

Define analytical framework and blank slides for data collation / synthesis

Desk Research

Mapping of key players in value chain

Device and processor shipments

Profit margin analysis

Technology trends by application

Primary Research

Discussions with 75 industry players across six countries

Focus on technology, new devices, business models, margin analysis

Analysis

Develop five-year market forecasts by application

Conclusions on attractive markets based on ranking matrix