QWISE: Quantum-Inspired Decision Intelligence

QWISE brings together 20 years of leadership in modeling and simulation with emerging strengths in explainable AI and quantum-forward algorithms—fused into a mature, government-cleared platform designed to solve wicked problems: complex challenges with too many variables and dynamic constraints for classical systems to address.
With TRL 6 maturity in quantum-inspired computation and TRL 3 traction in quantum-native architectures, QWISE is more than a toolset—it's the bridge to operationalize next-generation intelligence today while preparing for the quantum future that’s rapidly approaching.

QWISE at TRL 5-6 with unique "bolt-on" capability - integrates instantly with enterprise data. Three pilots validated. Strategic discussions underway: CISA, DCSA, and IBM (quantum hardware bridge).
Pre-launch positioning phase: Working with Gartner Group on market strategy before campaign launch. Challenge: No DoD quantum acquisition pathways yet. Solution: Position as quantum-enhanced AI accessing existing budgets. GSA marketplace listing awaits first Letter of Interest. Platform ready, relationships warm, Gartner-designed go-to-market strategy in development. Series A enables path to $6M Year 1 revenue.

Primary: US defense/intelligence agencies requiring quantum-enhanced decision tools. Booz Allen's entry validates demand but lacks our technical depth. Target: Senior officials managing $850B defense budget, CISA critical infrastructure, intelligence operations.
Market: Quantum-AI convergence worth $30B+ by 2030. Federal AI spending $15B/year growing 25%+. Our advantage: Booz Allen focuses on consulting while we deliver proprietary quantum algorithms with bolt-on deployment.
Geography: US government first (clearance moat), Five Eyes/NATO next. 15,000 federal buyers seeking quantum advantages as complexity explodes.

Defense and homeland security lose billions through suboptimal resource allocation. While classical tools process 100 scenarios, threats require analyzing millions. QWISE evaluates 2.5M simultaneously using quantum algorithms.
Our government pilots validate demand: CISA/DHS reviewed Critical Infrastructure Protection, defense needs Indo-Pacific IO capabilities. Financial pilot confirms commercial expansion potential. CFDay's 30-year DIB presence and clearances mean immediate deployment. With $850B defense budget prioritizing AI adoption, agencies urgently need proven quantum advantages for complex operations.

Three breakthrough capabilities:
- Quantum-inspired optimization at production scale (TRL-6)
- Multi-level explainable AI for strategic, operational, and tactical decisions
- Real-time processing of messy, incomplete data

Ready today. Quantum advantage now.

For organizations facing impossible optimization challenges, QWISE makes the impossible achievable.

Direct competitors: None in quantum-enhanced explainable AI.
Adjacent players: Booz Allen (services not software), Palantir (classical only), quantum hardware firms (no applications), AI platforms (no quantum). Each missing critical pieces we integrate.
Customer alternatives today: Excel models, classical optimization (70-80% optimal), consultants. All fail at quantum-scale complexity.
Our moat: Only platform with quantum algorithms + XAI + government clearances + bolt-on architecture. Others need 5+ years to replicate. We're creating the category while competitors debate entering it.

Indisputable Advantages:
Cannot be copied (5+ years to replicate):

CF Day's Top Secret FCL + MS Gov Cloud + 30-year DIB relationships
Dr. Chaturvedi's proprietary quantum optimization methods (breakthrough efficiency gains)
Undisclosed algorithmic innovations that dramatically amplify computational power

Strong differentiators:
Only bolt-on quantum platform (days vs months deployment)
IBM partnership discussions validating approach
First-mover in quantum-AI convergence
Hidden moat: Beyond visible advantages, we've developed proprietary methods that fundamentally change performance equations. Competitors don't know what they don't know. By revelation time, we'll own the market.

SaaS pricing: $250K-$2M annually. Revenue: $6M (2025) to $265M (2029). Series A: $15M funding.
Unit economics: 85% gross margins throughout. Government base ($5.4M Year 1) provides stability while commercial scales from $0.6M to $132.5M by Year 5.
Strong fundamentals: Profitable by Year 4. 44x revenue growth over 5 years. Conservative <1% capture of $30B quantum-AI TAM.
Key metrics: Year 2 at $20M (3.3x growth), Year 3 at $55M (2.75x). Exit potential $1.5B+ based on 6x revenue multiple. Intermediate liquidity opportunities throughout growth trajectory.

Enterprise SaaS platform with annual subscriptions ($250K-$2M based on scale/complexity). Government-first go-to-market leveraging CFDay's clearances for predictable multi-year contracts targeting $5.4M government revenue Year 1.
Land-and-expand strategy drives 44x growth to $265M. Bolt-on architecture enables rapid deployment - key to achieving aggressive targets.
Dual revenue streams: Government base (90% Year 1) shifting to balanced mix (50/50 by Year 5). 85% gross margins throughout growth. Platform network effects compound as agencies share validated use cases. Gartner-designed GTM captures both defense and commercial markets.targets AI budgets while building quantum category.

We are raising $15M to accelerate QWISE’s go-to-market strategy and scale. Funds will support: (1) pilot contracts and defense market expansion; (2) recruitment of senior leadership to fast-track execution; and (3) further development of our quantum-classical simulation engine to meet DoD/IC readiness and security requirements. This investment secures first-to-market advantage and positions QWISE for rapid growth and high-exit potential.

Equity Offering:
Series A terms: Offering 20-25% equity for $15M investment. Final percentage depends on strategic value beyond capital - board expertise, customer introductions, follow-on capacity.
Current cap table clean with founders holding 80% (CFDay 40%, Dr. Chaturvedi 40%). No prior institutional rounds means investors get preferred position with strong governance rights.
Valuation justified by: $25M built-in founding value (infrastructure + IP), $6M Year 1 revenue visibility, 44x growth trajectory to $265M, first-mover in $30B+ market.
Open to discussion on board composition, liquidation preferences, and anti-dilution provisions. Seeking partners who understand long-term value creation in quantum-AI convergence. Goal: Align interests for $1.5B+ exit potential while maintaining founder control through Series B.

Market timing: Quantum computing lacks DoD Programs of Record or acquisition pathways. Mitigation: Position as AI/simulation accessing existing budgets while educating market with Gartner.
Competition: Major contractors (Booz Allen) or tech giants (Google/IBM) could leverage resources. Mitigation: Our clearances + proprietary advances + first-mover advantage create 5-year moat.
Adoption pace: Government procurement notoriously slow. Mitigation: Bolt-on architecture enables pilot-to-production in weeks not years. CFDay relationships accelerate.
Technology: Quantum hardware evolution could obsolete algorithms. Mitigation: Platform-agnostic design works with any quantum backend. IBM partnership ensures compatibility.

Alternative emphasizing strategic choice:
Deliberately avoided traditional accelerators - pursuing government validation pathways instead:

DARPA quantum computing proposal (TRL 1-3): Positions us at cutting edge
DIU SBIR/STTR submission (TRL 5-6): Fast-track to deployment

Why this matters: Accelerators offer advice; government programs provide customers, validation, and non-dilutive funding. DIU specifically designed for rapid adoption of emerging tech. These programs plus Gartner engagement give us better guidance than any accelerator while maintaining equity for investors.

Competition Victories & Validation:
Dr. Chaturvedi's track record of government adoption:

US Navy SBIR: Agent-based Modeling & Simulation (won)
US Air Force Research Lab SBIR: Semantic Search Technology (won)

Previous platforms SEAS and RWISE achieved extensive DoD and NATO deployment before market consolidation by primes (Lockheed, etc.). Key learning: technical superiority alone insufficient - need infrastructure and relationships.
QWISE applies lessons learned: Combining Chaturvedi's proven innovation (SBIR wins, 2024 NTSA Lifetime Achievement) with CFDay's prime-contractor infrastructure ensures both innovation AND market capture. Past success + strategic evolution = unstoppable combination.

Patent/IP Status:
IP Strategy: Trade Secrets > Patents
Full IP ownership secured: CFDay acquired all rights from Purdue (SEAS/RWISE) and Simulex. 100% control of quantum algorithm portfolio.
Deliberately not patenting core innovations - our proprietary methods remain secret while competitors work with outdated approaches. Patent applications pending for peripheral technologies only.
Strategic advantage: Patents expire and reveal methods. Trade secrets protected indefinitely. With TS clearances preventing competitor access and secret algorithms providing superior performance, we maintain permanent technical leadership.