Melbourne, FL, October 19, 2005 - Plan 9, Inc. is excited to announce its participation in the IBM Solutions Partner program.  Plan 9’s Analog, Mixed Signal, and RF IC Design Services have been validated by IBM through their “Ready for IBM Technology” program.  This status is earned through demonstration of Plan 9's IC development flow culminating with working IBM silicon. This validation gives potential customers a benchmark to consider when choosing an IC design services company for their next project.  Please visit our website at www.plan9inc.com or http://www.developer.ibm.com/gsdod/solutiondetails.do?solutionId=23283&lc=en to learn more about Plan 9, Inc. and its services.