Intel’s CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, is spearheading a cultural overhaul in chip development, mandating that the A0 version of a chip, immediately following its first tape-out, must be primed for mass production, attaining a maturity level akin to formal production standards. To realize this objective, he insists that design teams minimize defects and meticulously scrutinize designs, defect remediation, and IP modules prior to tape-out. Tan underscores the necessity for the A0 version to succeed on its inaugural attempt; only if the B0 version achieves this milestone can employees retain their positions, with failure resulting in termination. Historically, Intel has frequently necessitated numerous iterations to rectify defects. For instance, the Xeon Sapphire Rapids encountered around 500 defects and underwent the release of multiple stepping versions. Nevertheless, for sizable CPUs employing cutting-edge processes, attaining first-time success with the A0 version presents an extraordinary challenge.