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Microsoft Launches Quantum Ready Program for BusinessMicrosoft Launches Quantum Ready Program for Business

Company marks International Year of Quantum with initiative aiming to encourage leaders to explore quantum opportunities

Berenice Baker, Editor, Enter Quantum, co-editor AI Business

January 15, 2025

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Microsoft has launched “Quantum Ready,” a program aiming to equip businesses with the necessary tools and insights to navigate the emerging era of quantum computing.

This initiative aligns with the United Nations' designation of 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ2025), underscoring the global significance of quantum advancements.

In a recent blog post, Microsoft emphasized the urgency for organizations to prepare for the transformative potential of quantum computing. The company cited research that found that only 12% of business leaders feel equipped to assess quantum opportunities, indicating a pressing need for strategic readiness in this domain.

The Quantum Ready program focuses on four key areas:

  • Hybrid Applications: Encouraging the development of applications that integrate quantum and classical computing to address current business challenges and future opportunities.

  • Strategic Skilling: Providing workforce training to bridge the quantum expertise gap, as 76% of leaders report that lacking quantum skills hinders innovation.

  • Quantum-Safe Security: Offering guidance on adopting new cryptographic standards to ensure long-term security in anticipation of quantum advancements.

  • Future-Proof Investments: Assisting businesses in aligning their quantum strategies with industry-specific needs to ensure sustainable and relevant investments.

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Microsoft plans to help organizations identify high-value use cases and develop custom strategies tailored to their sectors through workshops, forums and industry reports, a collaborative approach designed to accelerate quantum adoption and foster a culture of innovation.

Microsoft is partnering with the American Physical Society and other institutions in IYQ2025, which aims to raise awareness about quantum innovations and their potential impact across various industries.

About the Author

Berenice Baker

Editor, Enter Quantum, co-editor AI Business, Informa TechTarget

Berenice is the editor of Enter Quantum and co-editor of AI Business. She has over 20 years of experience as a technology journalist, having previously worked at The Engineer and Global Defence Technology.

Before that, she worked as an IT consultant, fuelling her passion for technology and innovation. She graduated with one of the country's first-ever IT degrees so long ago it coincided with Tim Berners-Lee inventing the World Wide Web.

Berenice lives in north London with her cat Huxley. In her spare time, she enjoys going to music gigs, museums and galleries, dabbling in art and playing guitar (badly).

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