The OECD published “Building Business Readiness for Quantum Computing: Key Barriers and Support Mechanisms” on March 23, 2026, as Digital Economy Papers No. 383. The 37-page paper examines how businesses are preparing to use quantum computing for commercial applications.
According to the publication, the study defines quantum readiness as an exploratory, capability-building process and describes the practical steps firms take to develop it. It draws on the experience of public and private organizations based in 10 countries that support business engagement with quantum computing.
The analysis identifies four key barriers to business adoption: limited technological maturity; unclear use cases and business implications; high costs of access and staff training; and shortages of talent combining quantum computing expertise with industry-specific knowledge. The paper also examines how these barriers are being addressed through support mechanisms, including networking and collaboration platforms. The OECD stated that the findings provide actionable insights for policymakers and industry actors on how to strengthen readiness efforts and enable wider business engagement with quantum computing.