A new strategic plan outlines pathways to achieve practical quantum advantage using neutral atom-based processors. This document, which merges hardware development with theoretical advancements, addresses the definition and verification of quantum advantage, as well as the design of algorithms capable of delivering it. The proposal emphasizes the importance of scaling system size, improving qubit encodings, and exploring atomic platforms beyond current performance thresholds.

Future directions for neutral atom quantum processor hardware include continuous qubit reloading and fast readout. Opportunities offered by scalable integrated photonic control technologies are also explored. These hardware advancements are complemented by the need to develop new quantum error correction techniques and quantum circuit compilation, crucial elements for system reliability and efficiency.

The plan also considers the possibility of networking multiple neutral atom quantum processors to form a distributed quantum computing network. This strategy aims to overcome the inherent limitations of individual systems and open new possibilities for solving complex problems. Collaboration between hardware and theory is fundamental to realizing the potential of this technology in quantum computing.