From Prototype to Production: Scaling Semiconductor Analytics Beyond Data Science Teams

In many organisations, advanced analytics is still concentrated within small, specialised data science teams. This siloed structure creates bottlenecks that delay insights and restrict innovation. A key obstacle is the gap between data scientists and engineers—those most familiar with production realities. Without strong collaboration, valuable analysis may be slow to reach the shop floor, impacting efficiency, yield, and time-to-market.

Technical complexity also plays a role. Specialist software often demands significant training, while standard BI platforms typically lack the precision and depth required for semiconductor applications. This makes analytics inaccessible to many engineers and production experts. To overcome this, companies must democratise data access, enabling engineers to test hypotheses, run custom analyses, and prototype solutions independently.

From Prototype to Scalable Application

Moving from a one-off script to an enterprise-ready application requires a platform that ensures scalability, governance, and cross-team collaboration. Spotfire® offers a solution by enabling visual analysis, seamless integration of R/Python models, and interactive dashboards for real-time decision-making. Engineers can explore data, detect anomalies, and apply advanced models without waiting in queues for data science support.

AI-enhanced features further expand accessibility. Through natural language queries, users can ask questions like “Why did yield decline here?” and receive guided insights or chart explanations. This capability allows engineers to focus on solving problems rather than struggling with technical statistical tools. Shared analytics applications also make it possible to standardise workflows, document best practices, and automate repetitive tasks—accelerating innovation and improving communication across teams.

Business Impact of Scaling Analytics

By equipping engineers and scientists with visual analytics platforms, companies enable them to apply both expertise and creativity to problem-solving. Time saved from reduced dependency on specialised teams can be channelled into process optimisation and innovation. Reusable applications reduce duplication of effort, while accessible, actionable data empowers employees across the organisation.

Ultimately, platforms like Spotfire help embed analytics into daily decision-making, transforming insights from occasional reviews into continuous operational improvements. Combining visual data exploration, domain-specific advanced analytics, and scalable applications, these solutions enhance productivity, support innovation, and strengthen competitiveness in the semiconductor industry.

By Cole Jackson

Lead Associate at BRICS+ Consulting Group

Chinese & South American Specialist

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