This session was developed jointly by Australian Industry Group and Quantum Australia for business owners and executives who want to cut through the hype and understand what quantum technology actually means for their industry.

Quantum technology is advancing rapidly, and its implications for sectors including manufacturing, defence, logistics, construction and critical infrastructure are real and near-term. Yet many business leaders remain uncertain about where to focus attention, what risks and opportunities are genuine, and how to engage with this emerging field now. This webinar was designed to give you a grounded, practical briefing – not a technology lecture.

The program brought together leading voices across quantum science, commercial deployment and industry adoption.

The session covered:

• Quantum fundamentals – what the technology is and isn't, and what it can actually do today
• Commercial realities – what's available now, what's coming next, and how to assess readiness and risk for your organisation
• Industry adoption – what quantum means in practice for non-quantum businesses, drawn from real-world experience

Presenters:

Fernando Guerra Alves, Manager, Strategic Partnerships Development and Projects, Quantum Australia

Dr Cathy Foley, Australia's former Chief Scientist at CSIRO quantum sensing lead

Dr Marcus Doherty, Co-Founder and CTO, Quantum Brilliance

Andrew Tingay, Global Principal, Advisory, Jacobs

Host:

James Thomson, Lead – Standards & Product Regulation, Australian Industry Group