Think Earlier.

    The quantum problem starts before the quantum computer arrives. Data can outlive its encryption. Identity systems take years to replace.

    Publisher of QCI-QS1

    About Quantum Core Institute

    QCI publishes QCI-QS1, a governance standard for quantum risk. Our advisory work helps organizations establish an evidence record, assign ownership, and make documented migration decisions.

    Think earlier. Act when the evidence says to act.

    Why QCI Exists

    A governance problem that starts now

    Cryptographic dependencies are spread across systems, data flows, identity services, and suppliers. Without an inventory and assigned ownership, an organization cannot set defensible migration priorities.

    QCI-QS1 sets out the governance record, scoring method, and evidence requirements for addressing that exposure.

    The Problem We Solve

    Organizations need to identify where vulnerable cryptography is used, which data must remain protected, and which suppliers hold critical dependencies. These facts determine the order of work.

    What We Actually Do

    We publish the standard and support organizations applying it to a declared boundary. Our work includes:

    • Inventory cryptographic dependencies across systems, data, and suppliers.
    • Record decisions and exceptions with owners and review dates.
    • Prioritize migration using evidence and documented gates.
    • Report to governing bodies with a traceable assessment boundary.

    The published standard

    QCI-QS1 is available to read and use without a form or license fee.

    It defines the inventory, governance, supplier, and evidence requirements behind a Q-Risk determination.