The company was recognized for its efforts supplying Intel with storage, communications and consumer silicon solutions. Marvell and 43 additional PQS award winners were honored at a celebration in Burlingame, California on March 27.

"Marvell is much honored to receive Intel's prestigious Preferred Quality Supplier award," said Dr. Sehat Sutardja, Marvell's chairman, president and CEO. "We appreciate what is required to win this award, and continually endeavor to meet and surpass Intel's expectations in all areas. We look forward to continuing and expanding our relationship with Intel."

"Intel is pleased to recognize Marvell with Intel's Preferred Quality Supplier award," said Rob Crooke, vice president and general manager, Intel's Business Client Group. "This is a significant accomplishment, and reflects Marvell's strong commitment and consistent execution in technology, availability, quality, and customer service. Marvell's excellence as a supplier allows us to provide a steady supply of high quality, industry leading solutions to our customers."

The PQS award is part of Intel's Supplier Continuous Quality Improvement (SCQI) process that encourages suppliers to strive for excellence and continuous improvement. To qualify for PQS status, suppliers must score 80 percent on a report card that assesses performance and ability to meet cost, quality, availability, delivery, technology and responsiveness goals. Suppliers must also manage and deliver on a challenging improvement plan and a quality systems assessment. Additional information about the SCQI program is available at http://supplier.intel.com/quality/ - Marvell.