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Publications
- February 2024
- HBS Case Collection
Horizon Quantum Computing
By: Paul A. Gompers and Billy Chan
Abstract
In 2023, the Singapore-based startup company Horizon Quantum Computing was on the cusp of fast expansion and the founder faced the challenge to decide where to open the second office outside Singapore. To make a choice from the list of 10 countries, the founder had to consider the likelihoods of acquiring and competing for talent, developing business partnerships with quantum computer hardware makers, gaining market access for its upcoming product, among other issues. This case study also explores Singapore’s startup ecosystem and its years long efforts in building a growth environment for deep tech companies.
Keywords
Business Plan; Entrepreneurship; Entrepreneurial Finance; Disruptive Innovation; Business Offices; Business Startups; Talent and Talent Management; Decision Choices and Conditions; Partners and Partnerships; Expansion; Information Technology Industry; Telecommunications Industry; Singapore; Asia
Citation
Gompers, Paul A., and Billy Chan. "Horizon Quantum Computing." Harvard Business School Case 224-049, February 2024.