Quantum Computing Is Already Here for Some Federal Agencies. What Comes Next?

The Quantum Technology Already in Use by Federal Agencies Today

Some federal agencies are already hard at work on projects that employ quantum computing.

The Department of Energy, for example, recently announced its Quantum Genesis initiative, which will deploy the “world’s first fault-tolerant, scientifically relevant quantum computing capability.” Meanwhile, the Federal Aviation Administration is looking to industry partners to help shore up its defenses against quantum threats.

CDW is working with mission owners at the Department of the Navy to solve large logistical problems with quantum computing. Shipbuilding, supply chain management and wartime acquisition readiness are, at their core, enormous optimization problems that quantum is well-equipped to solve. This could look like forecasting complex supply chains, mapping new routes if a conflict disrupts them or sustaining operations under pressure.

While larger federal agencies and departments are already getting started on using quantum computing in their workflows, many other federal entities who may benefit from quantum are missing out on the technology due to lack of infrastructure or expertise.

For Federal Agencies, ‘Quantum Readiness’ Means Infrastructure Readiness