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    Business Decision-Maker

    Evaluating quantum computing opportunities, developing strategic adoption plans, and guiding investment in emerging technology.

    8 Expertise Areas
    111 Relevant Case Studies
    14 Related Industries

    Key Expertise

    Strategic Planning
    Technology Assessment
    Risk Management
    Budget Allocation
    Innovation Roadmapping
    ROI Analysis
    Stakeholder Management
    Market Analysis

    Business Decision-Makers assessing quantum computing face a complex landscape of technological promise, market uncertainty, and strategic implications. These executives must evaluate when and how to engage with quantum computing to secure competitive advantages while managing the risks of early technology adoption.

    Unlike many established technologies, quantum computing requires business leaders to plan for capabilities that are still evolving. Decision-makers must distinguish between near-term applications possible on today’s noisy intermediate-scale quantum (NISQ) devices and longer-term transformative applications that may require fault-tolerant quantum computers. This timing assessment directly impacts investment strategies and competitive positioning.

    These executives focus on identifying specific use cases within their organizations where quantum computing might provide material advantages—whether in optimization, simulation, machine learning, or cryptography. They work with technical teams to evaluate quantum readiness, potential ROI, and implementation requirements for these applications.

    Strategic decisions about quantum computing extend beyond technology to talent strategy, partnership approaches, and intellectual property considerations. Business leaders must determine whether to build internal quantum capabilities, partner with quantum vendors, or utilize quantum services through cloud providers. They must also consider how quantum advances might affect their industry’s landscape, potentially disrupting established players or creating new opportunities.

    Effective decision-makers in this space develop staged approaches to quantum adoption with clear milestones and decision points. They create balanced portfolios of quantum initiatives spanning different time horizons, from near-term pilot projects to longer-term research collaborations. They also establish frameworks for measuring quantum success that account for both technical progress and business impact.

    As quantum computing matures, business decision-makers play a critical role in guiding organizations through the quantum adoption journey—balancing enthusiasm for quantum’s potential against practical business considerations and creating strategic roadmaps that position their companies to capture value as quantum capabilities evolve.


    Recommended Reading

    The following are a hand-picked selection of articles and resources relating to the Business Decision-Maker’s role and relevant input in the adoption of quantum computing. These include experts in the field, active practitioners, and notable perspectives.

    Executive Overviews & Strategic Guidance

    • McKinsey & Company. (July 26, 2023). “What Is Quantum Computing?” McKinsey & Company.

    • McKinsey & Company. (Feb. 16, 2024). “The Rise of Quantum Computing.” McKinsey & Company.

    • McKinsey & Company. (April 2024). “Quantum Technology Monitor.” McKinsey & Company. https://www.mckinsey.com/~/media/mckinsey/business functions/mckinsey digital/our insights/steady progress in approaching the quantum advantage/quantum-technology-monitor-april-2024.pdf

    • Hidary, J. D. (Jan.–Feb. 2022). “Quantum Computing for Business Leaders.” Harvard Business Review. https://www.hbsp.harvard.edu/product/R2201H-PDF-ENG

    • Biercuk, M. J. (March 15, 2023). “The Business Case for Quantum Computing.” MIT Sloan Management Review. https://sloanreview.mit.edu/article/the-business-case-for-quantum-computing/

    • Hurley, W. (March 2024). “Practical Quantum Computing is About More Than Just Hardware.” California Management Review. https://cmr.berkeley.edu/2024/03/practical-quantum-computing-is-about-more-than-just-hardware/

    Evaluating Quantum Readiness & ROI

    Bhoolsuwan, P. (April 10, 2024). “How to Evaluate Quantum Readiness in Your Organization.” Built In. https://builtin.com/articles/evaluate-quantum-readiness

    Singh, S. (May 30, 2024). “Exploring the Readiness of Quantum Computing for Business.” EnterpriseTalk. https://enterprisetalk.com/featured/exploring-the-readiness-of-quantum-computing-for-business/

    D-Wave. (Nov. 14, 2023). “Quantum Means Business: New Study Finds Organizations Expect Up to 20x ROI from Quantum Optimization Investments.” D-Wave Press Release. https://www.dwavequantum.com/company/newsroom/press-release/quantum-means-business-new-study-finds-organizations-expect-up-to-20x-roi-from-quantum-optimization-investments

    Byrum, J. (June 1, 2025). “Quantum Computing in Finance 2025: Industry Analysis & Investment Guide.” https://www.google.com/search?q=JosephByrum.com. https://josephbyrum.com/quantum-computing-in-finance-2025-industry-analysis/


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    Exploring quantum computing applications in banking and financial services, focusing on portfolio optimization, risk analysis, and derivative pricing. This collaboration represents one of the early significant partnerships between a quantum software company and a major global financial institution to develop practical quantum algorithms for real-world banking challenges.

    Microsoft and Ford explore traffic flow optimisation

    Microsoft Azure Quantum and Ford explore opportunities to improve traffic flow optimisation.

    1QBit and NatWest explore financial portfolio optimisation

    Explore quantum computing for financial portfolio optimisation and risk management, enhancing traditional modeling.

    IonQ and Airbus Partnership for Quantum Computing in Aerospace Applications

    IonQ and Airbus partnered to explore quantum computing applications for solving complex aerospace challenges, including aircraft loading optimization and computational fluid dynamics. This collaboration aims to leverage IonQ's trapped-ion quantum computing technology to address computationally intensive problems in the aviation industry.

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