A Guide to the Quantum Threat and a Logical Next PQC Strategy

When:  Jun 2, 2026 from 17:15 to 19:30 (AEST)
Associated with  Melbourne Chapter
The audience will walk away with a comprehensive understanding of the quantum threat and a logical approach for a PQC strategy for their organisation
Here are the key takeaways from the PQC-MAP session:
  1. Strategies for Executive Buy-In
    Moving PQC from a purely technical IT problem to an executive-level priority can be a major hurdle. Attendees will gain specific tools to help senior leadership understand Post Quantum readiness through the lens of risk management and business continuity. This includes understanding the "Harvest Now, Decrypt Later" threat, which provides a compelling reason to act immediately rather than waiting for Quantum supremacy to be achieved.
  2. A Blueprint for "Crypto-Agility"
    The audience will learn that PQC is not a "set and forget" software patch but a fundamental shift in cryptography management. The session highlights an approach that identifies how to transition to systems that are crypto-agile, so that organisations can adopt cryptographic algorithms with minimal disruption as new threats emerge or standards evolve.
  3. Practical Discovery and Risk Prioritisation
    The panel provides a clear methodology for applying the "Query" and "Categorise" phases. Attendees will learn the importance of automated tools to inventory hidden cryptography in source code and network traffic and the application of a risk-based lens to their systems, to assist in prioritising PQC transition activities.
  4. Technical Migration Best Practices
    Beyond the theory, the session offers technical insights into refactoring libraries and implementing NIST-approved standards like ML-KEM. The audience will understand the performance trade-offs, such as increased latency and key sizes, and how to conduct rigorous integration testing to ensure interoperability.
  5. Transitioning to Continuous Observability
    The final takeaway is the importance of a shift from project-based security to continuous resilience. Attendees will understand that the post quantum era will require on-going monitoring of their cryptographic landscape to ensure their cryptographic posture matures alongside the evolving threat landscape and advances in Quantum computing technology.
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Location

BDO Australia
Level 25/35 Collins St
Melbourne, Vic 3000Level 25/35 Coll