The quantum supply chain is currently in a nascent stage, characterized by high demand for advanced products that necessitate extensive R&D, leading to elongated lead times that impede progress. While quantum computing has the potential to revolutionize how such things as supply chain are managed, its own supply chain is still filled with uncertainty. The market is marked by a small volume of highly specialized quantum products, which faces a ”valley of death” without adequate government subsidies and support.
Traditional industries are entering the quantum domain through investments in quantum computing, sensing, and communications technologies. Their entry is shaping the quantum supply chain by integrating conventional manufacturing prowess with quantum innovation.
Stakeholders can position themselves by investing in R&D, forming strategic alliances, and adopting a multi-sourcing strategy to mitigate risks associated with the quantum supply chain. Emphasizing collaboration, both within and across borders, is crucial to building a robust quantum ecosystem.
There is a driving need for policymakers, investors, and vendors to better understand the very complex quantum supply chain. Policymakers need to make strategic decisions that can spark progress. Investors want to look out for the next big leap. And vendors need to best understand customer requirements, competitions, and other factors efforts to connect, support, and streamline the chaos of innovation into the clarity of solutions.
Global quantum supply chain report
To provide answers for this diverse audience, Global Quantum Intelligence (GQI) created an in-depth market study and report of the Global Quantum Supply Chain. We identified 744 suppliers located in 36 different countries supplying 60 different types of components, grouping them into categories such as photonics, electronics, cryogenics, mechanics, and several other areas.
As part of the study, we also interviewed several purchasers of these components to identify significant macro trends and challenges they face in obtaining a stable supply for their needs. To help our users gain a better understanding of this ecosystem, we created a framework that can help classify the components in several dimensions—including quantum pillar (computing, communication, or sensing), quantum platform (e.g., superconducting, ion trap, photonics, etc.), criticality, country of origin, size of company, and supply chain value.
To make this information available to our customers, we provide a full report on the supply chain as well as an interactive, dynamic display that allows a customer to filter and organize the data to serve their needs. Sample screen shots of the dynamic displays are shown throughout.
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