Qualcomm, Inc. is a major player in the telecommunications industry, specializing in the design, development, and marketing of CDMA systems and software. The company's communication systems, which include integrated circuits and software for wireless voice and data transmission, as well as multimedia functions, account for 83.8% of its net sales.
Qualcomm also generates 16.2% of its revenue from licensing agreements with manufacturers who use its CDMA technologies. Geographically, the company's sales are primarily concentrated in Asia. China and Hong Kong represent 63.6% of net sales, followed by Vietnam at 13.7%, South Korea at 7.2%, and the United States at 3.3%.
With its diverse product offerings and strong international presence, Qualcomm plays an important role in the global telecommunications industry.