The Semiconductor RCFA Flow

Every chip failure is a clue. But uncovering the real reason behind it across billions of transistors, complex packaging, and layered processes requires a structured and skilled approach.

It is where Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) comes in. From capturing electrical signatures to physical teardown, RCFA is the backbone of improving reliability, reducing returns, and preventing costly design or process issues from repeating.

This edition let us explore the RCFA flow and why every semiconductor engineer should understand it.