The OECD report analyses the state of development of quantum computing, identifying constraints and opportunities for businesses.
The OECD paper Building Business Readiness for Quantum Computing examines how businesses are preparing for the commercial use of quantum computing, defining “quantum readiness” as a gradual process of building skills, awareness and organisational capacity. Drawing on data from other studies, it notes that the sector has already begun to generate economic returns, with global revenues estimated at between USD 650 million and USD 750 million in 2024, and that interest among large companies is translating into concrete initiatives, with more than 100 proof-of-concept projects under way across Fortune 500 companies. However, quantum computing remains a technology that is still under development and must overcome four main obstacles: limited technological maturity, the difficulty of identifying concrete use cases and business implications, high costs of access and training, and a shortage of professionals combining quantum expertise with knowledge of application sectors. In this context, the report suggests that businesses should begin preparing and positioning themselves competitively now, rather than waiting for technology to reach full maturity.
Author: OECD
Publisher: OECD
Publication date: March 2026