Benefits of Membership
Becoming a corporate member of RISC-V International offers several strategic advantages for companies involved in the semiconductor and technology industries. These benefits collectively support companies in driving technological advancements, expanding their market reach, and maintaining a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving tech landscape. Here are four top benefits:
Access to Open-Source RISC-V Architecture
Corporate members gain access to the RISC-V open-source instruction set architecture (ISA), which is designed to be flexible, extensible, and customizable. This can reduce costs and development time compared to using proprietary architectures, allowing companies to innovate more freely and integrate cutting-edge features without significant licensing fees.
Collaboration and Networking Opportunities
Membership provides opportunities to collaborate with a wide range of industry leaders, researchers, and other stakeholders. This networking can lead to valuable partnerships, joint ventures, and collaborative projects, helping companies stay at the forefront of technology and innovation in the semiconductor space.
Influence on Roadmap and Standards
Corporate members have a voice in the development and evolution of the RISC-V architecture. This involvement allows companies to influence the direction of the ISA, ensuring that it aligns with their specific needs and long-term strategic goals. Being part of the standards-setting process also helps in aligning the architecture with emerging industry trends.
Marketing and Brand Visibility
Membership can enhance a company’s brand visibility within the industry. By being associated with the RISC-V Foundation, companies can demonstrate their commitment to open standards and innovation. This can boost their reputation as industry leaders and attract potential clients, partners, and investors interested in cutting-edge technology solutions.
MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS TO BEST FIT YOUR ORGANIZATION AND GOALS
Academic / Nonprofit / Individual
Community membership is free to academic and nonprofit entities, as well as individuals
- Community members elect 2 Directors to the Board of Directors and 1 Delegate on the Technical Steering Committee.
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Engage in 70+ technical and community committees and workgroups. Entities are eligible to lead committees/workgroups.
- Platform for blog posting. Entity logo on RISC-V website. RISC-V social media amplification.
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Event sponsorship discounts and invitation to call for speakers.
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30% Discount on paid training
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Recruiting on the RISC-V Jobs Board
Complimentary
Strategic
Strategic members are organizations that are commercializing RISC-V and have an invested perspective in RISC-V technical direction.
Everything included in Academic/Non-Profit, plus
- Strategic (and Premier TSC) members elect 3 Directors to the Board of Directors and elect 2 Delegates on the Technical Steering Committee
- Convey commercial solutions on RISC-V Exchange and company on RISC-V Ecosystem Landscape. Opportunity to engage in webinars and white papers.
- Use RISC-V Trademark for Commercialization
- Earn Commercial use of “RISC-V CompatibleTM“ designation on implementations.
- 10 Training coupons provided annually, in addition to 30% Discount on paid training
See Strategic Pricing Scale
Premier
Premier is the highest tier of membership for organizations contributing heavily to adoption and governance of RISC-V International.
Everything included in Strategic, plus
- Premier Board members name 1 Director to the Board of Directors, provide expanded leadership through Delegates on Board Committees, and participate in Board offsite strategy day(s).
- Premier members also name 1 Delegate on the Technical Steering Committee and engage in executive check-ins with RISC-V International leadership teams
- Enjoy most prominent placement in displays of membership including website, ecosystem landscape, Exchange, and marketing materials. Highlight of industry traction in presentations.
- Promoted for press and analyst opportunities; thought leadership pieces
- 30 Training coupons provided annually, in addition to 30% Discount on paid training
See Premier Pricing
PRICING
Premier
$250,000 (USD) for seats on both the Board + TSC
$100,000 (USD) for seat on the TSC
Strategic
$35,000 (USD) 5,000+ employees
$15,000 (USD) 500 – 4,999
$5,000 (USD) Up To 499
Strategic Startup
$2,000 (USD) <10 employees & company is <2 years old
Community Organization
$0 (USD) Academic/Nonprofit Entities
Community Individual
$0 (USD) Individuals. Individual members may not use the RISC-V trademark for commercial purposes. Individual members do RISC-V related work but their organization does not or their work is separate from their day-job and they want to contribute to RISC-V technologies. Learn more about the requirements.
Join RISC-V International
Becoming a member of RISC-V International allows companies to actively influence the development of an open, royalty-free instruction set architecture, driving innovation in custom processor designs. Membership also provides access to a global community of experts and resources, fostering collaboration and accelerating product development.
