Our CSO Ben Packman was delighted to contribute to this report by Capgenmini on why post-quantum cryptography tops the new cybersecurity agenda.
As “harvest-now, decrypt-later” threats increase, quantum safety has shifted from a technical concern to a C-suite priority. Regulatory pressure, evolving technology ecosystem, and competitive advantage all favor early movers.
Future encrypted: Why post-quantum cryptography tops the new cybersecurity agenda, the latest report from the Capgemini Research Institute, explores how organizations can prepare for a quantum-safe future, leveraging post-quantum cryptography (PQC) with crypto-agile architectures to protect critical assets and maintain trust.
The report’s insights are based on a global survey of 1,000 organizations with at least $1 billion in annual revenues, operating across 13 sectors and 13 countries in Asia–Pacific, Europe, and North America and in-depth interviews with 16 industry executives. Key findings include:
- - Quantum safety is rising on the executive agenda: 70% of surveyed organizations (referred to as “early adopters”) are assessing or deploying quantum-safe measures. Yet only 15% of early adopters qualify as “quantum-safe champions,” with mature governance and technical execution.
- - The threat is real – but still underestimated: 30% of surveyed organizations continue to downplay the urgency of quantum threats, risking future data exposure and regulatory penalties.
- - PQC is the preferred defense strategy: Most organizations recognize PQC as the most viable path to quantum safety. However, skills gaps, budget constraints, and tool limitations are slowing progress.
- - Pilots are underway, but complete transition remains a challenge: Around half of early adopters are running PQC pilots, often in partnership with cloud providers and specialist vendors. Yet few have a clear roadmap for enterprise-wide transition.
- - Quantum-safe champions offer a blueprint: These leaders combine cryptographic inventory management, supply chain engagement, and hardware readiness to accelerate their transition.
Link to Press Release