Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched the Quantum Embark Program, a new advisory service designed to help customers prepare for quantum computing. This emerging technology harnesses the unique qualities of quantum mechanics and has the potential to revolutionize industries by solving problems that are beyond the ability of even the most powerful classical computers. The program aims to provide expert-led guidance to customers as they embark on their quantum journey, with no long-term commitments required.
The Quantum Embark Program comprises three standard modules: Use Case Discovery, Technical Enablement, and Deep Dive. These modules are designed to empower customers to identify relevant quantum applications, develop an understanding of the state of the art, and make informed decisions about future resourcing and their long-term quantum roadmap.
Companies such as Westpac and Vanguard Group have already begun working with AWS through the Quantum Embark program to explore the potential of quantum computing. Nick Munro, Head of Innovation & FinTech at Westpac, and Bimal Mehta, Head of AI Engineering at Vanguard Group, have praised the program for providing a structured approach to learning about relevant quantum computing concepts and identifying practical use cases.
Embracing the Future of Computing: AWS Introduces Quantum Embark Program
Quantum computing is an emerging field that leverages the unique properties of quantum mechanics to solve complex problems beyond the capabilities of classical computers. As this technology continues to evolve, businesses and organizations are eager to understand its relevance to their most critical use cases and make informed decisions about when to engage with it. However, navigating this journey can be time-consuming, costly, and cumbersome, requiring customers to cut through industry hype and strike a balance between near-term exploration and long-term investment.
To address these challenges, AWS has introduced the Quantum Embark Program, a new advisory service designed to help customers prepare for quantum computing by providing expert-led guidance throughout their journey. With no long-term commitments required, customers can get started in as little as a few weeks.
The Quantum Embark Program: A Structured Approach to Quantum Adoption
The Quantum Embark Program is built around three standard modules delivered by the Amazon Advanced Solutions Lab: Use Case Discovery, Technical Enablement, and Deep Dive. Customers can work through all three modules or choose which ones best suit their needs, depending on their prior experience with quantum computing.
Use Case Discovery
This module kicks off the customer journey by focusing on tangible opportunities. AWS experts conduct use case discovery workshops to help customers identify potential applications of quantum computing in their business. The outcome is a document that equips internal champions and senior leadership to determine the value of taking the next step in their quantum journey.
Technical Enablement
Customers who are ready to move forward begin with hands-on experience through a technical enablement workshop. This private, two-day workshop introduces attendees to the basics of quantum computing, including how quantum computers perform calculations, leading quantum programming frameworks, and practical exercises using prebuilt examples specific to their industry.
Deep Dive
The Deep Dive module is designed for customers who have completed the Use Case Discovery and Technical Enablement modules or have prior experience with quantum computing. This module emphasizes building practical expertise in targeted applications, including mapping algorithms to quantum programs, benchmarking performance across different devices, scalability, and systems integration.
Real-World Applications: Customer Testimonials
Several organizations have already benefited from the Quantum Embark Program. Westpac, Australia’s oldest bank, is exploring the potential of quantum computing for transformative effects on their business and customers. “We adopt a long-term perspective by exploring emerging technologies early,” says Nick Munro, Head of Innovation & FinTech at Westpac. “The Quantum Embark program has helped us identify practical use cases for quantum computing and quantum-inspired solutions in financial services.”
Vanguard Group, one of the largest retail mutual fund managers worldwide, is also leveraging the Quantum Embark Program to stay ahead of the curve in financial technology innovation. “Working with expert guidance from AWS has provided us with a structured approach to learn about relevant quantum computing concepts and research findings,” says Bimal Mehta, Head of AI Engineering at Vanguard Group.
Getting Started with Quantum Embark
To get started with the Quantum Embark Program, customers can navigate to the Amazon Braket console, select Quantum Embark on the homepage, fill out a simple request form, and provide a brief overview of their current level of quantum experience. A member of the AWS quantum team will then reach out with next steps.
As businesses and organizations continue to explore the potential of quantum computing, the Quantum Embark Program offers a structured approach to adoption, enabling them to make informed decisions about this emerging technology and stay ahead of the curve in their respective industries.
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