Applied Materials, Inc. has received the prestigious 2008 Supplier Excellence Award from Texas Instruments (TI) for the outstanding contributions of Applied’s service group. The award, Applied’s fifth for service and ninth for the overall company since 1994, recognizes Applied’s high standards and commitment to excellence in supporting TI’s chipmaking business in 2008. Key to Applied’s achievement was the successful execution of a large equipment relocation project that supports TI’s efforts ...