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Which growth strategy involves the least risk and focuses on increasing market share within an existing market?

  • Product development
  • Diversification
  • Market penetration (correct)
  • Market development

A company that is expanding into new geographical regions, while still offering the same product, is an example of which growth strategy?

  • Product development
  • Product substitution
  • Market development (correct)
  • Market penetration

The introduction of new products to an existing market is characteristic of which type of growth strategy?

  • Market penetration
  • Market development
  • Product development (correct)
  • Market diversification

Which of the following is NOT a typical measure used in market penetration strategies?

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In the context of market development, why may minor changes be needed to an existing product?

<p>To better align with new customer needs and local regulations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a core objective of a product development strategy?

<p>To launch a new product in an existing market (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is product substitution typically implemented as part of a product development strategy?

<p>By replacing older products with newer ones (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which combination of strategies would be considered more risky to implement?

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Which growth strategy poses the highest risk to a business?

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What is the primary characteristic of unrelated diversification?

<p>Entering new markets with completely new and unconnected products (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the cornerstone concepts for a company's strategy process according to the framework?

<p>Vision and mission (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the framework, what is the leading question that defines the strategic direction and business model components?

<p>On which markets and customer segments should the company focus, with which products and services? (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the focus of the 'Markets + Customer' component within the strategic direction?

<p>Describing customer segments and sales channels, and target regions and industries (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of analyzing the product portfolio within the strategic direction?

<p>To determine attractive 'white spots' and options for growth (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of strategic directions, what is the focus of 'prioritized strategic directions'?

<p>Setting targeted sales volume and identifying prerequisites for success (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key distinction between market volume and market growth?

<p>Market volume refers to the potential market size, while market growth indicates the rate of market expansion. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of a Market Requirements Specification (MRS)?

<p>To outline what the target market needs and guides product development. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the materials, what is the main difference between a market specification and a product specification?

<p>Both describe requirements from the user's viewpoint, with only the detail of the description changing. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who typically creates the technical specification document?

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What is the fundamental difference between a requirements specification and a technical specification?

<p>The requirements specification defines 'what' the customer wants, while the technical specification outlines 'how' to implement it. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Market Requirements Specification (MRS) primarily bridge?

<p>The gap between market research and technical execution. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT typically a part of the MRS content?

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Why is it important to conduct a market analysis within the MRS?

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What is the purpose of the 'product positioning and benchmarking' section of the MRS?

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What role does benchmarking play in portfolio strategy?

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Which of the following best describes how benchmarking data is determined?

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How can customer behavior be useful in product development?

<p>It can help identify patterns and groupings which reveal what customers are looking for, or not looking for, in a product. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a requirements diagram help achieve in product development?

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What is the primary difference between a roadmap and a strategy, according to the content?

<p>A strategy outlines how you approach your goals, while a roadmap is a plan on what to accomplish. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does understanding customer issues benefit the sales department?

<p>It allows them to better act within the company by understanding customer needs, and is used as feedback. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is defined as a key external aspect for managing products?

<p>Opportunities &amp; Risks (Growth and Potentials). (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the provided content, what is the definition of quality?

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What is the primary purpose of benchmarking in the context of portfolio strategy?

<p>To identify strengths and weaknesses of the current solution compared to competitors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the 'scope of delivery'?

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In functional requirements, what does a 'Range' indicate?

<p>A target value and a rejection value, where the rejection value defines a K.O. criteria (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of functional requirement, if not met, leads to termination of the project?

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Which of the following is a key characteristic of non-functional requirements?

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What does the 'overall system architecture' include?

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What does the user requirement have to consider?

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What is a characteristic of a 'rejection' requirement?

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Why is correcting errors in a late project stage more expensive than early revisions?

<p>Because the errors are more complex to correct at later stages. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of a traditional, non-flexible project approach?

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What is the primary purpose of using daily scrum meetings in a flexible project approach?

<p>To summarize the previous day's work, plan the next steps, and ensure adaptability. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text imply about how customer satisfaction is obtained?

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Why is it important for sales staff to understand which features are particularly relevant to customers?

<p>To recognize when the customer's requirements have changed, and to differentiate from competition. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In companies focused on project business, what additional roles does the sales employee often assume?

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How can completely new products be identified according to the text?

<p>By changing perspective and focusing on the user. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the suggested relationship between technology and user needs when developing new products?

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Flashcards

Diversification (Innovation)

A growth strategy involving entering new markets with entirely new products, services, or offerings. It involves a company venturing into uncharted territory with no prior experience.

Vision/Mission

The overall long-term goals and objectives of a company. It serves as the foundation for the strategic process.

Strategic Direction & Business Model

This involves identifying the specific markets and customer segments a company should target, along with the products and services that will be offered.

Markets & Customer

Describing target regions, industries, customer segments, and sales channels.

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Product Portfolio

Describing the product range and technology to be offered.

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Related Diversification

Expanding the product range with new products that are similar or related to existing offerings.

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Unrelated Diversification

Expanding into totally new markets and product areas with no connection to previous products.

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Market Volume

The total potential demand for a product or service in a market.

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Market Growth

The rate at which the market volume is expanding or shrinking over time.

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Market Penetration

A growth strategy focusing on selling more of existing products to current customers and finding new customers in the same market. Example: A local bakery introducing new flavors of its popular croissants to its existing clientele.

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Market Development

A growth strategy involving introducing the company's current products to new markets. This could mean expanding geographically or targeting new customer segments. Example: A successful local coffee shop opening branches in nearby towns or cities.

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Product Development

A growth strategy that involves creating and launching new products or services for the company's existing market. Example: A clothing brand launching a new line of sustainable and ethically produced garments.

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Diversification

A growth strategy that involves entering new markets with completely new products or services. This is the riskiest growth strategy, as it requires developing both new products and new markets. Example: A car manufacturer venturing into the electric vehicle market with a brand new model.

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Necessary Measures for Market Penetration

In Market Penetration, this involves actions like price reductions, increased sales efforts, and targeted marketing campaigns designed to attract more customers within the existing market.

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Necessary Measures for Market Development

In Market Development, this involves adapting the existing product to the needs of the new market. This might include slight adjustments to the product itself or changes in marketing strategies.

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Necessary Measures for Product Development

In Product Development, this can involve extending the product range by creating new versions or variations of existing products, or even replacing old products with entirely new ones.

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Necessary Measures for Diversification

In Diversification, this involves a combination of strategies for both new products and new markets. It requires research and development, marketing, and possibly adapting the product to fit the specific requirements of the new market.

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Benchmarking

A process that compares a company's products, services, or processes to those of its competitors to identify areas for improvement.

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Product Positioning Theory

The process of understanding how customers perceive a product and positioning it in the market to appeal to the target audience.

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Strategy

A high-level strategic document outlining the intended direction and goals of a product or business.

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Road Map

A detailed timeline or plan that outlines the steps needed to achieve a specific goal or outcome.

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Product Quality

The ability of a product to meet or exceed customer expectations and needs.

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Customer Satisfaction

The overall experience and feelings customers have about a company and its products.

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Quality

The degree to which a set of inherent characteristics meets requirements.

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Quality Management

A systematic approach to ensure that products and services consistently meet quality standards.

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Market Requirements Specification (MRS)

A document that describes what a product should do from the user's perspective. It focuses on the target market and outlines the desired features and functionalities.

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Technical Specification

A detailed document that outlines how the product will be built, including technical specifications and implementation details. It focuses on the technical aspects of development.

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Product Specification

Document that defines the desired features and functionalities of a product from a user's perspective. It focuses on what the product will accomplish.

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Market Specification

A document that defines the desired features and functionalities of a product from a user's perspective. It focuses on the user's journey and the problem the product addresses.

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Market Research

The initial stage of product development where the market and customer needs are analyzed.

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Target Market Analysis

A process of identifying and assessing potential users of a product. It includes understanding their demographics, needs, and behavior.

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Scope of Delivery

A list of the main features and functionalities of a product that are intended to be delivered.

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Product Positioning & Benchmarking

A comparison of the proposed solution with existing products in the market to identify strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for differentiation.

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Functional Requirements (Essential)

The essential qualities that must be present in the solution to achieve its intended purpose. These are non-negotiable and must be met.

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Functional Requirements (Desire)

Requirements that are highly desirable but not essential for the solution's core functionality. They can be considered optional features or enhancements.

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Non-Functional Requirements

Requirements that relate to the user experience and system performance, rather than specific functionalities. They focus on how the solution works and how well it functions.

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Overall System Architecture

A visual representation of the solution's architecture from the user's perspective. It shows the interactions between different parts of the system and other related systems.

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Operational Environment

A description of the environment in which the solution will operate, including the systems it interacts with and the users who will use it.

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Cost of Late Changes

Fixing errors late in a project is much costlier than revising early on. Early revisions save money.

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User Experience (UX)

The user's perception of a product's usefulness and usability. It prioritizes the user's experience and satisfaction over technical features.

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Kano Model

A model that categorizes product features based on their impact on customer satisfaction. It helps companies prioritize features that matter most.

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Scrum

A project management framework that emphasizes adaptability, collaboration, and quick iterations in short cycles called sprints.

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Waterfall Model

A traditional project management approach where tasks are executed in a linear sequence, from start to finish.

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Flexibility

The ability of a system or product to accept and adapt to changes during development, without significant rework.

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User Focus

The practice of focusing on the user's needs and perspectives when developing products or services.

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Technology Follows the User

The process of creating products and services that are driven by technology advancements, but with a focus on meeting the user's needs.

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Study Notes

Product Management

  • Product management involves understanding customers so well that the product sells itself. It also coordinates related activities.
  • Planning, managing, and controlling products and services are key tasks.
  • Product management is necessary for overall product success, identifying and solving problems through market, production, and communication.

Product Manager Responsibilities

  • Product managers are market and user experts.
  • Understanding the business is crucial.
  • Goal is to achieve product-market fit.
  • Analyzing data effectively and putting it into context.
  • Determining the product strategy and direction.
  • Developing the product vision and value proposition.

Company Environment for PMs

  • Product management is not a solo effort.
  • Coordination between departments is vital, focusing on customer needs.
  • Product requirements are determined by customer needs.
  • Interaction with multiple departments is important, though this may not have the power of a CEO.

Product Manager Roles

  • Strategic Product Manager
    • Understands market trends and makes decisions.
    • Develops portfolio plan.
  • Technical Product Manager
    • Builds product team.
    • Manages delivery.
    • Manages control of projects.
  • Product Marketing Manager
    • Builds product team.
    • Creates plans and talks to the market.

Product Management Organization

  • Company structure reflects priorities.
  • The main task of product management varies depending on the company's structure or organizational location.
  • Good organizational affiliation can provide advantages and disadvantages to product management.

Company Mindsets

  • Sales-driven, visionary-driven, technology-driven, and product-driven are different approaches
  • Companies have different styles of driving their product success.

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