Business Details
24 Years
experience
Trusted Electronic Design Services in Ottawa
Fidus Systems is a leading provider of electronic system design services with over two decades of experience delivering innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges. Our team of experts specializes in FPGA design, ASIC verification, embedded software development, and hardware engineering, serving industries such as aerospace, defense, medical, and telecommunications. We maintain strategic partnerships with industry leaders like AMD, Altera, and Microchip, ensuring access to cutting-edge technologies and early adoption of emerging tools. Our first-time-right (FTR) commitment, with a 99% success rate, minimizes project iterations and accelerates time-to-market.With a proven track record of working with Tier 1 companies, we combine deep technical expertise, advanced methodologies, and a client-centric approach to transform visionary concepts into high-performance, reliable products. Our multidisciplinary capabilities span the entire development lifecycle, from architecture definition to system integration, ensuring seamless collaboration and end-to-end solutions. Headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, with additional offices in Kitchener and Silicon Valley, we provide responsive, time-zone-aligned support to clients globally.
Services
FPGA Design
ASIC Verification
Embedded Software
Hardware PCB Layout
Signal Integrity
Thermal Design
UVM Verification
Build with AMD
Mechanical Design
Power Integrity
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- First-time-right (FTR) commitment with 99% success rate
- Decades of domain expertise in ASIC and FPGA development
- Proven track record with Tier 1 semiconductor companies
- North American time-zone for responsive project execution
- Multidisciplinary expertise spanning hardware, software, and verification
Services
FPGA Design
Our FPGA design services deliver optimized solutions for performance, power efficiency, and reliability across AMD Versal, Altera Agilex, and Microchip PolarFire platforms. We specialize in high-speed transceiver interfaces, protocol implementation, and system integration for applications in AI, edge computing, and telecommunications. Our team ensures first-time-right results through rigorous verification and validation processes.
ASIC Verification
We provide comprehensive ASIC verification using advanced methodologies like UVM and RVM to ensure design accuracy and functional correctness. Our services include testbench development, coverage closure, and protocol compliance testing for complex digital systems. With 99% first-pass success rates, we minimize project risks and accelerate time-to-market for semiconductor clients.
Embedded Software
Our embedded software solutions cover driver development, RTOS implementation, and Linux customization for ARM, PowerPC, and x86 platforms. We deliver secure boot solutions, board support packages, and real-time operating systems tailored to aerospace, defense, and industrial applications requiring deterministic performance and long-term reliability.
Hardware Design
We offer high-speed PCB design services for complex memory interfaces, RF systems, and power management solutions. Our capabilities include DDR4/5 routing, 28Gbps+ serdes design, and compliance with EMI/EMC standards. We utilize advanced tools like Cadence Allegro and Mentor Xpedition for constraint-driven layout and signal integrity optimization.
Signal Integrity
Our signal integrity experts optimize high-speed designs through pre- and post-route analysis, impedance matching, and crosstalk reduction. We specialize in 32Gbps+ transceiver designs, package-level simulations, and fiber-weave effect mitigation to ensure reliable performance in advanced FPGA and ASIC applications across telecommunications and defense sectors.
People
Alan Coady
President & CEO
Alan leads Fidus Systems' growth strategy with 25+ years in semiconductor leadership roles. He holds an Electrical Engineering degree from the University of New Brunswick and multiple networking systems patents.
Vicki Coughey
CFO & COO
Vicki brings 13 years of financial leadership at Fidus Systems, with prior experience in manufacturing and management consulting. She holds a Business Administration degree and is a Chartered Professional Accountant.
Scott Turnbull
CTO
Scott leads technical strategy with 25 years in design services. He specializes in FPGA technologies and holds an Electrical Engineering degree with telecommunications focus from the University of New Brunswick.
Colin Wood
CRO
Colin drives revenue growth with 20+ years in technology solutions. He previously led a national IT solutions company and has extensive experience with Fortune 500 enterprises.
France Todd
Director, Human Resources
France leads HR operations with 25+ years in high-tech HR strategy. She holds dual degrees in Education and Business Administration with CCP and CHRL certifications.
Questions
What FPGA services does Fidus offer?
Fidus provides comprehensive FPGA services including architecture definition, high-level synthesis, prototyping, PCB design, IP integration, and verification. We specialize in AMD Versal, Altera Agilex, and Microchip PolarFire platforms.
How does Fidus ensure first-time-right design success?
Our first-time-right approach combines rigorous verification methodologies, signal integrity analysis, and 23 years of engineering expertise to minimize iterations and reduce time-to-market.
What industries does Fidus serve?
We serve aerospace, defense, medical, telecommunications, industrial automation, and semiconductor industries with high-reliability electronic design solutions.
Can Fidus collaborate with in-house engineering teams?
Yes, we offer collaborative partnerships including knowledge transfer sessions, joint design reviews, and hands-on workshops to enhance client capabilities.
What embedded software expertise does Fidus have?
Our embedded software team specializes in ARM, PowerPC, MIPS, and x86 platforms with expertise in RTOS, Linux, secure boot, and driver development.
How does Fidus stay at the forefront of technology?
We dedicate internal resources to R&D projects and maintain strategic partnerships with leading technology vendors for early access to tools and silicon.
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