On April 23, D-Wave Quantum Inc. and Davidson Technologies, Inc. announced that the physical assembly of a D-Wave Advantage2 annealing quantum system is complete at Davidson’s headquarters in Huntsville, Alabama. With the assembly phase now finished, installation nears completion as the system undergoes final calibration and readiness testing.
Progress with the system assembly and installation represents a major milestone in the partnership between D-Wave and Davidson and positions Alabama as a key contributor to quantum infrastructure in the U.S. The Advantage2 system will be the first annealing quantum computer hosted on-premises in the state, offering new pathways for the development of quantum optimization applications designed to support mission-critical challenges in areas including national defense. The system will eventually be housed in a secure facility developed to run sensitive applications using quantum computing technology.
The milestone will be commemorated during a private VIP ribbon-cutting event on April 23 at Davidson’s headquarters, where dignitaries at the state and federal levels are joining executives from both companies for an exclusive unveiling.
“Davidson has a legacy of applying advanced technologies to support our nation’s defense,” said Dr. Alan Baratz, CEO of D-Wave. “The installation of an Advantage2 system will enable Davidson to explore and develop real-world quantum applications—particularly in optimization—for some of the U.S. government’s most complex problems and then deploy those applications in a secure environment.”
“Hosting the forthcoming Advantage2 system onsite reinforces Davidson’s commitment to national security innovation,” said Dale Moore, president and CEO of Davidson. “This milestone is more than symbolic—we believe it represents a step-change in how quantum technology can be deployed, evaluated, and applied to defense missions that require precision, scale, and speed.”
This installation follows a multi-year agreement and technology collaboration between the two companies. Davidson is investing in internal research and talent development to better understand and deploy hybrid quantum-classical solutions for use cases such as multi-domain operational optimization, space asset management, and autonomous system coordination. The system is intended to serve also as a focal point for future collaborative research, including potential partnerships with government labs, universities, and defense agencies.
Source: D-Wave
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By Loren Blinde
April 25, 2025
