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Quantum Technologies:Key Opportunities forAdvanced Manufacturingand Supply Chains W H I T EP A P E RO C T O B E R2 0 2 5 Contents Foreword3 Executive summary4 1What is the quantum imperative?5 2Where do quantum technologies create value?7 2.1Innovations in product design and R&D82.2Enhancing precision and productivity in factory production122.3Achieving agility and security in supply chains16 3How can leaders scale quantum adoption?20 3.1Building quantum readiness and platforms20 3.2Enabling quantum innovation through policy, standards and22organizational readiness Conclusion24 Appendices25 Contributors27 Endnotes29 Disclaimer This document is published by theWorld Economic Forum as a contributionto a project, insight area or interaction.The findings, interpretations andconclusions expressed herein are a resultof a collaborative process facilitated andendorsed by the World Economic Forumbut whose results do not necessarilyrepresent the views of the World EconomicForum, nor the entirety of its Members,Partners or other stakeholders. ©2025 World Economic Forum. All rightsreserved. No part of this publication maybe reproduced or transmitted in any formor by any means, including photocopyingand recording, or by any informationstorage and retrieval system. Quantum Technologies:Key Opportunities forAdvanced Manufacturing and Supply Chains Foreword Kiva AllgoodManaging Director,World Economic Forum Adam BurdenSenior Managing Director,Accenture Jeremy JurgensManaging Director,World Economic Forum Kris TimmermansSenior Managing Director,Accenture Advanced manufacturing and supply chain leadersare at a pivotal moment. Emerging quantumtechnologies present unique opportunities totransform operations and build resilience in anincreasingly complex global landscape. The challengelies not only in harnessing these technologies butalso in identifying the strategies and enablers thatwill unlock their full potential. By exploring actionablepathways, organizations can drive innovation,enhance precision and secure a competitiveadvantage through quantum advancements. of quantum technologies across industries andinform policy development. This report comprisesthe insights of manufacturing experts, technologyleaders and policy stakeholders, gathered throughroundtables, interviews and cross-sector dialogues.It highlights early case studies, readiness pathwaysand key enablers, from policy and standards to talentdevelopment, that will shape the future of quantum inindustrial ecosystems. We extend our sincere gratitude to all contributors tothis report. We hope it serves as a valuable resourcefor decision-makers seeking to navigate the quantumfrontier and unlock new opportunities for advancedmanufacturing and supply chain systems. The World Economic Forum and Accenture havebeen collaborating through the Quantum ApplicationHub and Industry Track to accelerate the adoption Executive summary Evolving quantum technologies are reshapingmanufacturing and supply chains, creatingopportunities that require strategic foresight. This white paper provides a pragmatic overviewof quantum’s relevance to industrial operations,showcasing early case studies with measurablebenefits such as efficiency gains, cost savingsand improved resilience. It outlines readinesspathways to help leaders transition from explorationto execution and stay ahead in a competitivelandscape. For deeper technical insights, readersare directed to complementary resources from theWorld Economic Forum on quantum fundamentals,1the quantum economy2and quantum security.3 Manufacturers and supply chain leaders arefacing unprecedented disruption fuelled by rapidtechnological advancements, global volatilityand evolving customer demands. Quantumtechnologies are emerging as a transformativeopportunity, unlocking groundbreaking capabilitiesin simulation, optimization, precision sensing andsecure communications. These innovations arereshaping product design, factory operations andsupply chain adaptability. Start building readiness now Quantum is real and relevant Early implementations are deliveringmeasurable impact. Talent, partnerships and pilot programmesare essential to stay competitive. Hybrid platforms offer low-risk entry Security is urgent Cloud-based quantum tools enableexperimentation without major investment. Quantum-safe cryptography is critical to protectindustrial systems from future threats. What is thequantum imperative? Quantum technologies are unlockingnew industrial capabilities where classicalsystems fall short. The manufacturing and supply chain sector isexperiencing its most turbulent period in decades,with disruption now being the norm rather than theexception. In 2024, global supply chain disruptionsrose by 38% year-over-year, driven by extremeweather, geopolitical tensions and labour strikes.4The Panama Canal drought cut transit capacityby 33%, delaying shipments by up to two weeksand adding an estimated $1.1 billion in annua