TOKYO Japan March 7, 2018 – DISCO Corporation has been recognized by Intel as a recipient of its prestigious 2017 Supplier Continuous Quality Improvement (SCQI) award. The SCQI award is Intel’s most prestigious recognition and signifies an elite performance in all critical management systems supporting quality, cost, availability, technology, customer service, and sustainability. Companies like DISCO Corporation that receive this award are considered to be industry role-models that provide unparalleled supply chain support to Intel.

“Intel is very pleased to recognize the outstanding performance of our award winning suppliers in 2017,” said Robert Bruck, Corporate Vice President and General Manager of Global Supply Management at Intel. “They have demonstrated industry-leading technology innovation, accelerated ramp speeds, operational excellence, and social responsibility. Our close collaboration with these suppliers continues to be a vital part of Intel’s success in delivering the world’s best silicon solutions.”

The SCQI award distinguishes best-in-class standards of service, responsibility, and integrity. To qualify for SCQI status, Intel suppliers must exceed the highest expectations and aggressive performance goals while scoring at least 95 percent on an integrated report card that assesses performance throughout the year.Suppliers must also achieve 90 percent or greater on a challenging improvement plan and demonstrate outstanding quality and business systems.