Conversations surrounding quantum computing often lead to many puzzled looks. The concept of quantum computing sounds too complicated for many. IBM defines it as using “specialized technology—including computer hardware and algorithms that take advantage of quantum mechanics—to solve complex problems that classical computers or supercomputers can’t solve, or can’t solve quickly enough.”
So how does quantum computing fit within the supply chain?
Erik Garcell, head of technical marketing at quantum computing software firm Classiq, joins Talking Supply Chain host Brian Straight to discuss the role quantum computing will play in the supply chain in the years ahead.
“It hits a number of different sectors because quantum computers are really good at solving certain classes of problems,” Garcell said. “It’s really good at solving things like a system of linear equations and optimization problems and optimization problems are everywhere in supply chain.”
At the moment, quantum computing is quite expensive, but Garcell sees the cost coming down in the years ahead and more companies using the technology, especially around planning applications.
Hear more from Garcell on what quantum computing can do today, and what might be possible in the years to come.
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