Description
The Quantum Benchmarking Initiative (QBI) is a research program aimed at determining if emerging approaches to quantum computing can achieve industrially useful operation faster than conventional predictions. The program seeks novel and innovative approaches to constructing an industrially useful fault-tolerant quantum computer and applications that can run on those machines. Key areas of interest include qubit fidelity, coherence, scalability, and control. The program also plans to seek additional robust testing and evaluation support to independently verify the performance claims of QBI performers.
Some key aspects of the program include:
* Determining the viability of purported paths toward fault tolerance in quantum computing
* Developing industrially relevant quantum computing architectures
* Providing a standardized framework for evaluating diverse quantum computing architectures
* Exploring computational workflows that include quantum compute steps
* Seeking innovative approaches to accelerate the development of industrially relevant quantum computing