QSII Research Programs
QSII’s research programs produce implementation-ready frameworks for quantum systems. Work is conducted through chartered working groups and reviewed by the Technical Steering Committee before publication.
QSII-IP
Implementation Profiles define how quantum technologies are integrated into operational environments. Each profile addresses a specific deployment context — specifying system requirements, interface standards, security considerations, and conformance criteria that organizations can test against.
Profiles are scoped narrowly by design. A single profile addresses one deployment context completely rather than attempting to cover the full landscape of quantum applications. This keeps documents actionable and auditable.
Status
First implementation profiles are in active development through QSII worki Initial drafts are in active development through QSII working groups. Status: IN DEVELOPMENT.
QSII-WF
Workforce Frameworks define the roles, competencies, and training pathways required to field quantum-capable teams in government and industry settings. They provide a common vocabulary for job classification, hiring, and professional development across organizations.
Frameworks are developed in coordination with federal workforce bodies, national laboratories, and academic institutions to ensure alignment with existing classification systems and real operational requirements.
Status
Workforce framework development is underway, beginning with role definitions for quantum systems engineering and quantum security functions. Stakeholder input is being gathered through Roundtable sessions.
QSII-SD
Standards Development produces scoped standards drafts with defined scope statements, normative requirements, conformance criteria, and versioning governance. QSII standards are designed to be adoption-ready — written for implementers, not researchers.
All standards drafts follow a defined lifecycle: v0.x working drafts circulate within working groups, v1.0 marks publication after Technical Steering Committee approval. Change control and versioning are enforced from the first draft.
Status
Standards development is in the scoping phase. Priority areas are being identified through Roundtable sessions and working group input. First working drafts are expected to follow the completion of initial implementation profiles.
Featured Initiative · Project Quantum Bridge
Will quantum integration displace AI — and if not, what happens to the trillions being invested in AI infrastructure today? A standards-focused research initiative examining how today’s AI and compute infrastructure can transition safely into a quantum-enabled future.
Contribute
If your organization has relevant expertise in quantum systems, workforce development, or standards governance, we invite you to engage through the Roundtable or a chartered working group.