IonQ has launched its new quantum operating system, IonQ Quantum OS, and a suite of hybrid services aimed at enhancing quantum computing for enterprise customers. This nearly complete rewrite of IonQ’s original operating system features a flexible architecture designed to support current and future quantum computers, including IonQ Forte.

Significant improvements in performance are highlighted by an average reduction of over 50 percent in on-system classical overhead, leading to faster solutions for quantum workloads. Additionally, cloud and network overhead for workloads submitted via IonQ Cloud has been cut by 85 percent. Enhanced error mitigation capabilities have provided up to 100 times more accuracy, strengthening the overall reliability of the system.

The IonQ Quantum OS also emphasizes security and interoperability, offering better options for enterprises to integrate quantum computing securely. It has been running commercial workloads since summer 2024 and will soon manage IonQ Forte Enterprise operations in Basel, Switzerland. Peter Chapman, IonQ’s President and CEO, noted, “We designed our Quantum OS not only to address the complex demands of today’s enterprises but to scale seamlessly as their needs evolve.” The new IonQ Hybrid Services suite facilitates the integration of quantum and classical resources for cloud-based operations, improving the development of hybrid quantum applications.

Key features of this suite include the Workload Management & Solver Service, which simplifies the transition of hybrid workloads to the cloud, and an innovative scheduling feature that streamlines resource allocation for complex workflows. IonQ has engaged with Oak Ridge National Laboratory to support the development of a quantum algorithm that enhances optimization problem-solving, marking a significant step forward in the application of hybrid quantum computing technology.

This initiative positions IonQ to meet increasing demands for advanced quantum solutions among enterprise clients, fostering innovation in an emerging technology sector.