Our manufacturing strategy execution continues to be flawless. The increased capacity provided by Fab 36 will contribute to our goal of doubling total production by 2008.

Leading manufacturers are tackling the tough issues of integrating plant MES (manufacturing execution systems) with plant floor devices, rationalizing disparate data sources, and electronically connecting with ERP (enterprise resource planning) and supply chain systems.

Three years ago, we made a strategic decision to put manufacturing capacity in China and develop the market.

They warned our staff that if they use these things they will face execution.

We decided to take an offensive stance relative to our pricing...in order to increase the size of our footprint in the marketplace.

I'm honored and excited to assume this new leadership role at AMD. During my time at AMD, we've overcome many hurdles to become a driving force in the microprocessor industry. Still, more challenges and opportunities are ahead of us, and I plan to help AMD capitalize on those opportunities to change the competitive dynamics of the microprocessor industry and continue our sustained growth. My new position also gives Hector more bandwidth to focus on leading the company as CEO.