The CTO's Guide to Building a Quantum-Ready AI Strategy

McKinsey confirms quantum computing and AI are mutually reinforcing. For CTOs, the question is how to prepare pragmatically without diverting from current AI priorities.

Strategic Case

McKinsey estimates $450-850B annual value by 2035 from quantum computing. Even if timelines slip, preparatory investments strengthen classical AI today.

12-Month Roadmap

Q1: Assessment and education. Q2: Pilot experiments on cloud quantum platforms. Q3: Infrastructure planning and vendor evaluation. Q4: Board-ready strategy with use cases and investment timelines.

Mistakes to Avoid

Biggest: treating quantum as distant sci-fi. Second biggest: over-investing before technology is ready. Right approach: measured preparation with awareness, skills, experiments, and relationships.

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