Inside the Strategy Room 287. IBM Chairman, President, and CEO Arvind Krishna on setting bold ambition and driving growth through innovation
Jan 22, 2026
Arvind Krishna, CEO of IBM with over 30 years of experience, dives into transformative growth strategies at IBM. He reframes volatility as an opportunity, discusses the significance of AI advancements for business, and highlights the potential of quantum computing, likening its evolution to the rise of GPUs. Arvind shares insights on fostering a culture that embraces calculated risks to drive innovation, while detailing IBM's shift towards software and portfolio optimization. His vision emphasizes the importance of talent and leadership in navigating change.
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Quantum Uses New Math, Solves New Problems
- Quantum uses different mathematics than CPUs and GPUs, unlocking problem classes GPUs can't solve.
- Early use cases include bond pricing and portfolio optimization, opening new markets.
Move To Post‑Quantum Cryptography
- Start migrating to post-quantum cryptography now to protect stored and transit data.
- Treat it like a multi-year engineering program similar to a Y2K-style remediation.
Quantum Is Additive To AI For Now
- In the next decade quantum will be additive to AI, solving deep compute problems AI can't yet handle.
- Full replacement or tight integration between quantum and AI likely lies beyond 10–15 years.