IBM Asia Pacific GM on Covid-19 and The Future of Business

The transcript discusses IBM's focus on quantum computing, cloud migration, and the future of work post-COVID-19. It highlights the importance of skills development, the impact of technology on jobs, and cybersecurity challenges in remote work. Additionally, it emphasizes IBM's commitment to diversity and empathetic leadership.

What is IBM's plan for quantum computing in the coming years?

• To create a 1000 qubit machine

• To focus solely on classical computing

• To discontinue quantum research

• To develop a 500 qubit machine

How does IBM's hybrid cloud strategy benefit businesses?

• By reducing the need for AI

• By eliminating the need for on-premise solutions

• By focusing only on public cloud solutions

• By improving efficiency and scalability

What is a key focus for the future of work according to IBM?

• Eliminating remote work options

• Investing in continuous learning and skills development

• Reducing employee training

• Focusing solely on in-office work

What is the purpose of IBM's tech accelerator program in Singapore?

• To eliminate remote work opportunities

• To focus only on hardware development

• To train professionals in AI and digital transformation

• To reduce the workforce

What is IBM's approach to the impact of technology on jobs?

• To focus on humanizing technology

• To eliminate all technology in the workplace

• To replace all human roles with AI

• To ignore the impact of technology on jobs

How does IBM address cybersecurity threats for remote work?

• By ignoring security in remote setups

• By providing enterprise-grade security solutions

• By reducing security measures

• By only securing in-office systems

What is IBM's stance on diversity in the workplace?

• To focus only on gender diversity

• To ignore diversity and inclusion

• To build diverse and inclusive leadership

• To focus only on technical skills