Synopsys, Inc. is engaged in the electronic design automation software and related services for semiconductor design companies. The Company provides semiconductor design and verification software platforms and integrated circuit (IC) manufacturing software products to the global electronics market, enabling the development and production of systems-on-chips. In addition, the Company provides intellectual property (IP), system-level design hardware and software products, and design services for the design process and accelerate time-to-market for the customers. Synopsys provide software and services that help customers prepare and optimize their designs for manufacturing. The products and services are divided into five common groupings: Galaxy Design Platform and Discovery Verification Platform, IP and System-Level Solutions, Manufacturing Solutions, and Professional Services. In May 2009, MIPS Technologies, Inc. announced the divestiture of its Analog Business Group to Synopsys, Inc.