D-Wave Systems: Building a Quantum Computer Case Solution
D-Wave Systems is a start up seeking to commercialize a quantum computer. Its business model is unique: as of 2003, it had very few technical resources within the firm. Instead, it financed a string of projects undertaken at government labs and universities. In return for partial funding, these organizations gave Dwave the ownership of--or exclusive rights to--intellectual property developed in the endeavor. Geordie Rose, CEO of D-Wave, wonders how long this model is suitable in contrast to the alternative of centralizing the research in an in house facility, with all the costs this would incur.
This is just an excerpt. This case is about INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP
PUBLICATION DATE: April 26, 2004
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