A survey conducted by Wakefield Research in collaboration with D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) has unveiled a strong belief among business leaders in the potential of quantum computing to deliver substantial returns on investment (ROI) within the first year of adoption. According to the findings, 27% of surveyed decision-makers anticipate an ROI of over $5 million from quantum optimization, while 46% expect between $1 million and $5 million. This optimism underscores the growing recognition of quantum computing as a transformative tool for solving complex optimization problems that classical computing struggles with.
The survey, which involved 400 business leaders from North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region in May 2025, also found that 81% of respondents believe they have reached the limits of classical computing's capabilities for optimization. This sentiment is driving interest in quantum computing, with 53% of participants planning to integrate it into their workflows and another 27% considering it. Industries such as logistics, supply chain, manufacturing, planning and inventory, and R&D are identified as areas where quantum optimization could be particularly valuable.
Further emphasizing the potential impact of even modest improvements, 88% of surveyed leaders stated their organizations would go above and beyond for a mere 5% enhancement in optimization. The survey's findings suggest a pivotal moment for quantum computing's adoption in the business world, as companies seek to overcome the limitations of classical computing and unlock new efficiencies. For more details on the survey, visit https://ibn.fm/YPAsc.
