D-Wave Hybrid-Quantum Application Reduces BASF Manufacturing Scheduling Time to Five Seconds
D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) and BASF have completed a proof-of-concept project employing a hybrid-quantum application to enhance production processes at a BASF liquid-filling facility. This collaboration marks a step toward integrating quantum technologies into large-scale manufacturing operations.
Key Achievements
- Production scheduling time decreased dramatically from ten hours to five seconds.
- Task scheduling and liquid tank assignments were optimized for greater efficiency.
- Lateness in production reduced by 14%.
- Setup times shortened by 9%.
- Tank unloading durations decreased by up to 18%.
Project Significance
The hybrid-quantum system demonstrated how combining classical and quantum computing can accelerate decision-making and solve complex optimization challenges that traditional systems struggle with. These capabilities are designed to alleviate operational bottlenecks across manufacturing and supply chain environments.
“This project demonstrated that the hybrid-quantum technology could support rapid decision-making, which is often difficult for classical-only optimization technology.”
D-Wave expects this proof-of-concept to become a foundation for broader deployment of hybrid-quantum applications in industrial production and logistics sectors.
Author’s Summary
The D-Wave and BASF collaboration achieved a breakthrough by cutting manufacturing scheduling time from hours to seconds, showcasing the real-world impact of hybrid-quantum computing.