# Software Teams Address Post-Quantum Migration Gaps

A research review finds that post-quantum cryptography (PQC) tools and standards are not yet supported by integrated migration practices across software development, deployment, and ongoing maintenance. Much of the available evidence comes from controlled, conceptual, or prototype settings, leaving practical implementation and validation needs unresolved. The signal identifies no specific solicitation, award, budget, or procurement timeline.

- Contractors may find demand for lifecycle-oriented migration planning, practical developer training, testing and assurance, and validation in realistic deployment environments.
- Procurement teams evaluating PQC-related services can distinguish offerings that address the full software lifecycle from those limited to tools or prototype demonstrations.
- The research points to implementation and evidence gaps, rather than a confirmed procurement opportunity or mandatory migration deadline.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Information Technology
**Topics:** Cybersecurity
**Published:** November 06, 2026

### Government Entities
- National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

### Sources
- [Software Developers Face Gaps In Migrating To Post-quantum Cryptography](https://quantumzeitgeist.com/sok-post-quantum-cryptography-software-developers) - Quantum Zeitgeist