When Will the Future be Here? Quantum Computing in Business and Data

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Current computing efforts are reaching a wall of physical limitations. There aren’t many more advancements we can make using our current technology. That’s why many countries are putting so much money into quantum computing. China alone is putting between $11 to $15 billion into researching the field.

However, even with all of the effort put into making quantum computing feasible for personal use, it’s still a long way off from widespread implementation. The possibilities presented by quantum computing are incredibly helpful for businesses and for utilizing the enormous amounts of data we have on hand.

What is Quantum Computing?

Quantum computing uses the properties of quantum physics to process, encode, and send information. It uses nanoscale elements and puts them in absolute zero. This type of technology can compared to the billions of years it would take our current computers to solve.

Everything your computer currently does is an output of code using 0’s and 1’s. This code is . They only have so much space in which to operate, and if they run out of space, they can’t function anymore.

Quantum computing works by using qubits. This is the quantum equivalent to bits, but instead of being either 1 or 0 they can be both at the same time. Quantum computers approach problem-solving in a different way than the computers we use on a daily basis. However, because of the very specific conditions that these computers need to be placed into to operate, they likely won’t be available for public consumption.  

Quantum Computing and Security

Current computer security is based on how difficult it is for modern computers to factor the outcome of two large prime numbers. This computation is often too much for it to handle.

Quantum computing will make many contemporary types of encryption useless. This impossible problem is easy for quantum computing to take on because it can instead of looking at each one on its own.

Modern encryption won’t be secure once quantum computing becomes more widespread.  However, with quantum computing, we’ll have much greater processing power with which to come up with more secure protection measures. This could lead to a to greatly increase our security measures.

Quantum Computing and Big Data

Quantum computers have far greater processing power than our binary machines currently have. The calculations use qubits to look at all outcomes at the same time to determine best approaches to problems in the business world. It enables more advances machine learning and more accurate predictive analysis.

You won’t have to hire highly specialized, and likely very expensive, experts to help you analyze your business data. With quantum computing, you can get answers in hours instead of days, months, or years.

Each new wave of data analytics technology helps businesses save time and revenue. Software relying on quantum computing can and also help business owners determine the best use for those assets.

Quantum Computing and Physical Assets

While modern-day technologies are vital to running companies across the world, quantum computing’s ability to create potential solutions to future problems is an incredible asset.

Quantum computing’s speed is a great way to bring around more accurate and responsive supply chains that can anticipate future complications. Being able to spot delays before they happen or predict future demand is a great way for businesses to before orders are placed.

Making Accurate Predictions with Quantum Computing

Predictive technology is still a foreign concept to most of the commercial world. However, the predictive aspects of quantum computing are a great way to predict stock crashes and mitigate the financial damage caused by them.

Because quantum computing helps us see we can use it to make predictions and more accurate solutions for problems that currently baffle us.

Many inefficient processes can be solved through quantum computing. Predictions don’t have to rely on educated guesses, but instead can rely on specific details. There is a ton of data at your disposal. Probably more than you have the ability to process with your current technology. Quantum computers allow you to use all of that data to improve inventory management and preventative management efforts by predict problems early enough to avoid them altogether.

Is Widespread Quantum Computing Realistic?

While the prospect of having quantum computing as a business technology is exciting, it’s still unlikely to become a reality for some time.

This shouldn’t discourage you from implementing other technologies to improve your . Small businesses especially will benefit from implementing cloud-based technologies that they can access from any location or device.

By:

Bree Brouwer

Bree has held plenty of media- and marketing-related jobs over the years now, like working as a PR and marketing assistant to a Hollywood screenwriting coach, and writing content for three different digital marketing agencies.

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