Jonathan Strong

A Syracuse NY software company aims to supersize the power of computing A Software-Driven Computing Breakthrough In January 2026, Syracuse-based company BQP announced the expansion of its hybrid quantum-classical computing platform designed to dramatically increase computational performance for complex simulations. The company’s software applies quantum-inspired mathematics to existing high-performance computing systems, allowing faster problem-solving without requiring quantum hardware. Founded in 2022, BQP has raised nearly $7 million, grown to roughly 40 employees, and received regional recognition for its technical progress and commercial traction. The development represents a measurable step toward near-term performance gains in computing workloads that traditionally require massive processing resources. Who Gains Control of Performance BQP’s software shifts practical computing control toward software developers and system integrators rather than hardware manufacturers alone. Organizations in aerospace, defense, manufacturing, and research gain faster modeling and optimization capabilities because simulation speed now depends more on algorithms than on new processors. Partnerships with NVIDIA, IBM, Intel, and MathWorks indicate growing industry alignment around this model. At the same time, hardware-only performance advantages diminish because software-level optimization can now deliver meaningful gains without new chip fabrication cycles. What Strategic Decisions Come Next Enterprises and government agencies must now decide whether to prioritize investment in quantum-inspired software or continue waiting for full quantum hardware maturity. Delaying adoption increases simulation costs, slows engineering timelines, and risks falling behind competitors using hybrid computing today. Prediction: Hybrid quantum-classical software adoption accelerates sharply by 2028. This outcome follows from measurable performance gains, low deployment friction, and growing institutional investment. Organizations that delay adoption face higher computational costs and slower innovation cycles as software-based acceleration becomes standard. #QuantumComputing #HighPerformanceComputing #DeepTechInnovation Credit syracuse.com 💡 When technology strategy outruns reality Major technology failures rarely come from bad engineering. They come from capital allocation, incentive structures, and leadership assumptions that persist after evidence changes. When those forces harden, technology stops being optional and starts shaping institutions. That dynamic sits at the core of When Machines Begin to Dream, my upcoming novel grounded in real technology and governance trajectories. Sign up to be notified when it’s published in 2026. I’ll keep your information private and never share it. You’ll only receive an occasional note about the book’s publication: https://lnkd.in/e_EnY4Sn

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University at Buffalo launched seven groundbreaking AI specialized degrees Key Insight: New York State’s $5 million investment in UB’s Department of AI and Society is accelerating the integration of cutting-edge AI research with real-world societal applications. Background: Governor Kathy Hochul announced funding as part of a statewide initiative to establish AI and Society departments at eight SUNY campuses. At UB, the investment supports new faculty hires, high-performance computing resources, and plans for a dedicated AI & Society Building, complementing its role in the $500M Empire AI consortium. Top Three Reasons This Matters: 1. This funding strengthens UB’s position as a national leader in AI innovation and interdisciplinary education. 2. The initiative bridges technical research with ethical, cultural, and societal considerations of AI. 3. Enhanced infrastructure will attract top talent, foster startups, and drive regional economic growth. Credit perplexity

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Explore Connecticut's thriving life science ecosystem with BioCT CEO Jodie Gillon, discussing innovation, value creation, and future goals. Danny Lieberman interviews Jodie Gillon. #LifeSciences #BioTech #Connecticut #Innovation #HealthcareIT #Startups #Pharma #this_post_was_generated_with_ai_assistance #responsibleai https://lnkd.in/eFqZiaTs

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Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance can feel complex — but it doesn’t have to be. BPM Partner Sarah A. Lynn outlines what defense contractors need to understand to stay compliant and secure.

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"By capturing a broader range of clinical information across a larger and diverse set of provider organizations, OMNY Health measures provide deeper and more representative insights than traditional disease-specific registries, positioning the company as a go-to source for researchers seeking information and data." https://lnkd.in/eFYD_uN5

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A huge thank you to Michael Altman , VP of E2E Self Care SCM at Kenvue, for visiting our Rutgers Business School EMBA cohort as a guest speaker. Mike provided us with deep insights into Integrated Business Planning (IBP). The key focus of our session yesterday was to understand the core pillars of IBP: ✅ Portfolio Management Review: Tracks innovation performance and aligns resources with strategy. Takeaway: Stage Gate Management is essential for project progression and clear go/no-go decisions.  ✅ Demand Planning: Reaches consensus on an unconstrained, assumption-based view of sales. Takeaway: Prioritize the top 20% of products that generate 80% of sales and gross profit.  ✅ Supply Planning: Synchronizes manufacturing and procurement to support demand based on demonstrated capacity. Takeaway: Monitor key asset capacity; underutilization is as detrimental to costs as overutilization.  ✅ Integrated Reconciliation (IRR): Consolidates the financial outlook and vets gap-closing proposals.  ✅ Management Business Review (MBR): Final leadership alignment on a 24-month outlook to decide on trade-offs and investments. The highlight was a group exercise Mike facilitated where we represented different functional areas: Commercial Sales & Marketing, Distribution & Logistics, and Manufacturing & Procurement. We simulated a real-world crisis—a massive 4x demand spike for Listerine during a global pandemic. The exercise helped demonstrate how these departments must pivot in unison to manage raw material shortages, optimize capacity, and ensure product reaches customers when they need it most. ✨ Key takeaways from the Session • Variable Horizons: Planning windows (typically 4–24 months) vary based on industry, product, and organizational size.  • Data-Driven: IBP leverages industry-standard metrics to eliminate bias and ensure objective decision-making.  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Success depends on continuous partnership between Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Finance.  • Execution vs. Planning: Organizations must bridge short-term execution (S&OE) with the long-term IBP window to navigate disruptions.  • Modern Tech & Data Quality: With AI integration, data harmonization and quality are now critical for reliable planning Thank you, Mike, for sharing your expertise and helping the Rutgers EMBA Class of 2027 bridge the gap between classroom theory and world-class strategic leadership! 🎓 Special thanks to Professor Joe Agresta for inviting Mike and continuously helping our cohort connect with distinguished industry leaders. This bridge between academic theory and real-world leadership is invaluable to our growth. #RutgersEMBA #SupplyChain #IntegratedBusinessPlanning #Leadership #EMBAClassOf2027

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It’s inspiring to see the latest in pediatric genetic research and patient-centered care that’s moving the field forward. 💜🧬🦓 A big highlight for me was seeing the quote from Dr. Maya Chopra, MBBS, FRACP, whose leadership in understanding and advancing care for Chopra-Amiel-Gordon Syndrome (CAGS) has had a global and personal impact. It’s amazing to see rare disease research represented in such a powerful way. 💜

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AI is transforming doctor's office visits. The The Wall Street Journal interviewed Chief Medical Information Officer and Vice President, Digital, Rebecca Mishuris on how ambient listening technology is revolutionizing medical documentation at Mass General Brigham, allowing physicians to focus more on patients and less on paperwork. As Rebecca says, giving doctors back a slice of time for their own lives has been transformative with doctors telling her, “I don’t remember the last time I was able to eat dinner with my family after clinic.” https://lnkd.in/ehscjiYd #AI #artificialintelligence #digitalhealthcare #innovation #technology

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