IBM Quantum access: What Is Flex Plan? And Its Benefits
IBM's Quantum Flex Plan enables project-based research. With the latest IBM Quantum access package, you can conduct high-impact quantum computing research at your own speed and scale.
We are thrilled to introduce the IBM Quantum Flex Plan, a new access model that simplifies and expands IBM Quantum hardware trials. Flex Plan allows academics and organisations to study quantum computing projects without monthly quotas. Flex Plan lets users conduct high-impact research at their own pace. Simply buy the capacity you need. Like the IBM Quantum Premium Plan, you may try new systems and tools right now.
Balance flexibility and scalability on IBM Quantum systems
IBM introduced cloud-based quantum computing nine years ago on May 4, 2016. IBM's cloud services provide access to the world's most powerful quantum computers. These are IBM Quantum access plans.
The goal has always been to make quantum computing accessible to as many people as possible, therefore the developers extended their Open Plan to enable free access.
The Premium Plan offers subscription-based economy of scale, while the Pay-as-you-go Plan costs by seconds. Who are willing to commit longer and need more access than a free-tier subscription can provide. However, everyone knows that quantum computing research and development may be project-based for some customers. Certain situations demand capability in spurts, such as while preparing for a major conference submission or throughout a research cycle.
Researchers from companies, academic institutions, and other organisations may investigate quantum use cases before committing to a multi-year strategy.Researchers are aware that individuals may spend a considerable portion of their year without quantum resources. However, they know they will want the same top-notch quantum equipment, software, and services as the IBM Quantum Premium Plan when the time comes.
These are Flex Plan subscribers.
Flex Plan, what?
Flex Plan is a quantum computer project-based access paradigm. Businesses, organisations, and academics needing fast IBM quantum computer access will love it.
Flex plan advantages
On day one, maximise your potential.
Start at $30,000.
Premium users can use utility-scale quantum computers.
Exclusive access to advanced software and support.
New release priority.
The Flex Plan is pre-paid and utilised as needed during the contract.
For whom is Flex Plan?
Developers, research teams, and corporate clients with compute-intensive quantum workloads use IBM Flex Plan. It lets consumers employ pre-paid minutes year-round to better allocate purchased time to their project's peak moments for testing.
Flex Plan customers may be academics from companies researching quantum applications or concentrated teams piloting significant workloads in chemistry, machine learning, and optimisation.
Faculty may utilise Flex Plan to teach quantum computing at scale and match funding cycles or levels.
Greater quantum impact
Due to the Flex Plan, more clients may use IBM's quantum systems and tools, whether they're starting out or planning for big changes. It makes IBM Quantum more accessible and adaptable to satisfy quantum community needs while improving Pay-As-You-Go and Premium access options. Flex Plan is thought to accelerate quantum innovation in academia, start-ups, and industry by offering access at your study pace and scale.