The world of semiconductor IC design has changed dramaTIcally over the last

few years. In the earlier days, IC designs were confined to a secTIon of a

building. Today IC designs are being created by bringing together diverse

talent in mulTIple TIme zones in multiple continents across the world. Some

companies outsource portions of verification as well. Interestingly some of

these outsourcing activities are done in other countries to add to it all! No

doubt, we have all made life interesting in the Silicon Age!

Effective Functional Verificat