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Finally, the report says enterprises must track the right metrics. Logical qubits, error rates and algorithmic breakthroughs provide a more accurate picture of progress.
A five-year reality
For decades, quantum computing was framed as a‘ someday’ technology. The report says that framing no longer holds.
The convergence of error correction, scaling and real-world experimentation has compressed the timeline.
The report says within the next five years we can expect to see:
• Early commercial applications delivering measurable value
• Rapid advances in logical qubit performance
• Widespread adoption of quantumsafe encryption
• Increasing competition among technology providers
And, looming over it all, the approach of Q-Day.
Brian Hopkins, VP Emerging Technology and Principal Analyst, Forrester, said:
" Quantum computing has hit its inflection point. We ' re no longer talking about a someday dream, but a five-year reality where hybrid quantum systems are delivering real-world solutions, investors are pouring billions into the technology and organizations face an urgent imperative to prepare for quantum-enabled security risks. The next five years will transform quantum from theoretical potential to practical utility." •
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