An issue of Board Perspectives focused on why the board should care about quantum computing — what it is, when it will become a reality and what steps companies should take to stay on top of this evolving technology market. Since then, use cases for quantum computing continue to emerge. One of the most misleading phrases found in articles about quantum computing is something like, “When quantum computers are available.” It turns out that quantum machines are not only available now but also powerful enough to tackle practical problems.

This issue of Board Perspectives suggests four ways boards can start planning for quantum computing.