VaST Systems, the leader in electronics virtualization, today announced that Delphi Corp. (PINKSHEETS:DPHIQ) has expanded its contract with VaST to supply virtualization solutions.

Delphi Electronics & Safety Division uses VaST’s solutions to help develop electronic control unit (ECU) software. VaST helps Delphi develop software without requiring hardware prototypes. The use of VaST virtualization solutions can bring deeper visibility and controllability to the software design process helping to net higher quality products.

"Automotive electronic systems are experiencing exponential growth in software complexity with the growing expectation of improving product quality," said Frank Winters, Delphi Electronics & Safety manager of design methodology. "VaST’s solutions help Delphi manage complexity."

"Delphi is a leader in automotive electronics and a key customer in one of our most important market segments. Delphi’s use of VaST solutions is indicative of an industry trend toward virtualized electronic system development. We are extremely pleased to provide Delphi with solutions that help them extend their leadership by delivering superior, differentiated products," said Jeff Roane, vice president of marketing at VaST.