Manufacturing IT leaders are under pressure to do more than maintain systems—they’re expected to drive innovation, efficiency and competitive advantage. Yet when it comes to emerging technologies like quantum computing, the gap between potential and practical application can feel massive. This playbook, developed by Manufacturing Dive and D-Wave, cuts through the noise. It provides a grounded, real-world look at how advanced computing, specifically quantum, can be applied to solve complex manufacturing challenges, from optimization to supply chain resilience. The playbook highlights: Where quantum computing fits within the manufacturing IT stack High-impact use cases, including production optimization and logistics How to identify problems that are well-suited for quantum solutions What it takes to move from experimentation to implementation
