Policy areas
Focus areas of research and analysis
Infrastructure, access and supply chains
Key policy questions
- What investments and partnerships are needed to develop resilient and scalable quantum infrastructure that supports both research and commercial applications?
- What are the critical infrastructure requirements for scaling quantum technologies?
- How can policymakers ensure fair and equitable access to quantum facilities, tools and expertise across different countries and regions?
- What strategies can secure and diversify quantum technology supply chains against disruptions and dependencies?
- How should governments and international bodies coordinate to balance national security concerns with the benefits of open collaboration in supply chain development?
Robust, well-resourced infrastructure and resilient supply chains are foundational for the successful development of quantum technology. Developing reliable quantum technology infrastructure such as advanced fabrication facilities and specialised cryogenic systems requires significant investment and technical expertise. However, access to these resources presents logistical challenges and often remains concentrated in a few countries, raising concerns about global inequities. Supply chain vulnerabilities pose risks of disruption and dependency. Policymakers face the challenge of balancing national resilience with international collaboration to build secure, resilient and sustainable supply chains. Addressing these and other related issues will be vital to ensuring broad participation while safeguarding stability and trust. Several national quantum strategies across the globe lay out concrete goals and plans to address these challenges, with approaches ranging from investments in key infrastructure to mapping and monitoring supply chain criticalities and risks, and developing resilience policies.
Note: During the initial pilot phase of our work, QTOPS is concentrating on quantum technology education, skills and workforce development. Over time, our activities will expand to cover additional policy areas, including infrastructure, access and supply chains. Watch this space for future updates.
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