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In which stage of the product life-cycle are sales at their peak?

  • Maturity (correct)
  • Introduction
  • Decline
  • Growth

What is the primary objective during the growth stage of the product life-cycle?

  • Maximize market share (correct)
  • Create product awareness
  • Reduce expenditure and milk the brand
  • Maximize profit while defending market share

Which customer group is typically associated with the introduction stage of the product life-cycle?

  • Laggards
  • Middle majority
  • Early adopters
  • Innovators (correct)

What characterizes the decline stage in terms of profits?

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How does the number of competitors change throughout the product life-cycle?

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What is the primary focus of customer-centered new product development?

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Which of the following best describes team-based new product development?

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Which step is NOT included in the new product development process?

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What is the role of systematic new product development?

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What is a characteristic of the product life cycle?

<p>Sales and profits fluctuate based on market demand (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of developing new products through a firm's own research and development efforts?

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Which of the following is NOT an external source of new product ideas?

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What is the role of crowdsourcing in new product development?

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What factor is crucial for companies to understand when developing new products?

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Which stage is important in managing the new product development process?

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How do marketing strategies typically change during a product's life cycle?

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What is the significance of understanding competitors in new product development?

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Which of the following is a goal of developing successful new products?

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What are the three parts of a marketing strategy statement?

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What is the primary purpose of business analysis in product development?

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What is a key benefit of test marketing?

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Which of the following is an alternative to standard test markets?

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What factors should be considered while commercializing a new product?

<p>When and where to launch, such as location and market scale (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which approach is NOT part of managing new product development?

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What is a common drawback of test marketing?

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What does product development involve?

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What is the primary focus of advertising during the Growth stage of the product life cycle?

<p>Build engagement and interest in the mass market (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key strategy for sales promotion in the Maturity stage of the product life cycle?

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Which stage comes immediately before the Decline stage in the product life cycle?

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Which of the following is NOT a consideration for companies regarding socially responsible product decisions?

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What type of adaptations does McDonald's make in major global markets?

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In the Introduction stage, what is a primary objective of product promotion?

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Which of the following considerations is related to product quality in socially responsible product decisions?

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In which phase of the product life cycle is heavy sales promotion typically used to entice trial?

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What is a significant challenge for international marketers regarding product introduction?

<p>Finding what products and services to introduce and in which countries (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which strategy can companies consider for their international product offerings?

<p>Deciding on how much to standardize or adapt the products and services (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are service firms leading in international expansion?

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What is an important aspect of socially responsible product decisions?

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Which stage does marketing strategy NOT change during a product's life cycle?

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What is a primary consideration in the new product development process?

<p>Defining the steps in the product development process (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is NOT typically considered when internationalizing a product?

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What can be a result of poorly managed product adaptation in international markets?

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Flashcards

Business Analysis

The process of examining projected sales, costs, and profits for a new product to ensure it aligns with company objectives.

Product Development

The development of a product concept into a tangible and marketable offering. It involves transforming the idea into a real product.

Test Marketing

A controlled introduction of a product and its marketing plan into a realistic market environment to assess customer response and market potential.

Controlled Test Market

An alternative to traditional test markets that involve smaller, more controlled settings to evaluate a product and its marketing plan.

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Simulated Test Market

An alternative test market approach that simulates real-world marketing conditions using computer models and consumer panels.

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Commercialization

The process of introducing a new product to the market. It involves deciding when, where, and how to launch the product.

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Customer-Centered Product Development

A product development approach that prioritizes the needs and preferences of customers throughout all stages of the process.

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Team-Based Product Development

A product development approach that encourages collaboration and cross-functional teamwork to ensure a holistic and integrated approach.

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New Product Development Strategy

The process of creating new products through internal research and development.

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Understanding Consumers, Markets, & Competitors

A critical aspect of new product development that requires understanding customer needs, market trends, and competitor offerings. This involves finding what customers want, determining if there is a market for it and if there is competition.

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Delivering Superior Value

The goal of new product development. Products must provide value to customers to be successful in the market.

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External Sources of Ideas

External sources of new product ideas that stimulate innovation. Examples include analyzing competitor offerings, seeking insights from distributors and suppliers, and directly listening to customer feedback.

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Crowdsourcing

A process where companies engage a broad network of individuals to contribute ideas and solutions. This crowdsourcing approach can lead to unique and innovative product developments.

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Open-Innovation

An innovative approach that encourages collaborations with external parties to develop new products. By going beyond internal R&D, companies can leverage external expertise and generate new ideas.

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New Product Development Process

A systematic process that involves creating new products by going through various stages, from idea generation to market launch. Companies use this process to manage the product development journey and navigate the challenges of bringing new products to market.

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Stages of Product Development

The most crucial stages in the New Product Development Process. These stages help companies assess the feasibility of new products, refine their concepts, test their viability, and ultimately launch new products to the market.

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Introduction Stage

The stage where a product is introduced to the market, characterized by low sales, high costs per customer, and potential losses.

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Growth Stage

The stage where product sales increase rapidly, costs per customer decrease, and profits start to grow.

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Maturity Stage

The stage where product sales peak, costs are optimized, and high profits are achieved.

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Decline Stage

The stage where sales decline, costs remain low, and profits drop.

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Customer Groups

The different groups of customers who adopt a product at different stages of its life cycle, characterized by their risk tolerance, innovation adoption, and influence over other customers.

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Customer-Centered New Product Development

A new product development approach that prioritizes understanding and meeting customer needs and desires throughout the process.

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Systematic Product Development

A process that ensures a systematic and organized approach to new product development, involving the collection, evaluation, and management of new product ideas.

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Product Life Cycle

The period during which a product sells in the marketplace, consisting of stages like introduction, growth, maturity, and decline.

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Introduction Stage Marketing Strategies

The focus is on building product awareness and enticing early adopters to try the new product.

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Growth Stage Marketing Strategies

The emphasis is on increasing consumer engagement and interest in the product, expanding to a wider market.

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Maturity Stage Marketing Strategies

The focus is on maintaining market share and defending against competitors by highlighting brand differences and benefits.

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Decline Stage Marketing Strategies

The objective is to reduce marketing efforts to a minimal level to maintain loyal customers and maximize profitability.

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International Product Selection

The process of determining which products and services to introduce in different countries, taking into account local needs, preferences, and market potential.

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Standardization vs. Adaptation

The strategic decision to either keep a product or service consistent across different countries or customize it to meet local needs and preferences.

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Product Standardization

The challenge for international marketers to determine how much to standardize or adapt their product offerings for global markets.

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New Product Idea Generation

The process of finding, assessing, and refining new product ideas that address customer needs, market trends, and competitive landscapes.

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Study Notes

Chapter 8: Developing New Products and Managing the Product Life Cycle

  • This chapter covers developing new products and managing the product life cycle.
  • Key objectives include explaining how companies find and develop new product ideas; listing and defining steps in the new product development process; describing stages of the product life cycle; and discussing additional product issues, such as socially responsible product decisions and international product and services marketing.

Objectives Outline

  • Objective 8.1: Explain how companies find and develop new product ideas. Internal and external sources are crucial.
  • Objective 8.2: List and define the steps in the new product development process and the major considerations in managing this process.
  • Objective 8.3: Describe the stages of the product life cycle and how marketing strategies change during a product's life cycle.
  • Objective 8.4: Discuss two additional product issues: socially responsible product decisions and international product and services marketing.

New Product Development Strategy

  • Developing new products requires research and development.
  • Companies need to understand consumers, markets, and competitors.
  • Superior value delivery to customers is paramount.

Idea Generation

  • Systematic search for new product ideas is crucial.
  • Internal sources include internal social networks and intrapreneurial programs.
  • External sources include distributors, suppliers, competitors, and customers.
  • Crowdsourcing and open-innovation programs can be effective.

Idea Screening

  • Screening new product ideas is essential to identify strong options quickly.
  • Methods include using committees and the R-W-W framework (Real, Win, Worth Doing).

Product Concept

  • A product idea is a potential product offering.
  • A product concept is a detailed version in consumer-understandable terms.
  • Product image is how consumers view a product.

Concept Development

  • A new product is developed into alternative concepts.
  • Each concept's appeal to customers is assessed.
  • The best concept is selected.

Concept Testing

  • Testing new product concepts with target consumers is critical.
  • Companies present concepts symbolically or physically to determine customer responses.

Marketing Strategy Development

  • Initial marketing strategy for a new product is defined.
  • Elements include target market, value proposition, sales goals, market share targets, profit goals, and budget allocation.
  • Long-run sales and profit targets, plus marketing strategies, are also established.

Business Analysis and Product Development

  • Business analysis reviews sales, costs, and profit projections to see if they meet company objectives.
  • Product development turns the concept into a usable product.

Test Marketing

  • Tests the product and marketing plan in realistic market settings before full launch.
  • This allows marketers to assess the reaction to the product and its marketing efforts.
  • Starbucks' mobile payments app is an example of quick test marketing to assess the app and correct issues before broader rollout.
  • Alternatives to standard test markets include controlled tests and simulated tests.

Commercialization

  • Introducing the new product into the market is the last step.
  • Considerations include the launch location (single location, region, nationally, or internationally).
  • The timing of the launch is also a crucial factor.

Managing New Product Development

  • Requires a customer-centered, team-based, and systematic approach.

Customer-Centered New Product Development

  • Focuses on understanding customer needs and solving their problems.
  • The LEGO Group is an example of a company that practices customer-centered development.

Team-Based and Systematic New Product Development

  • Various company departments cooperate and overlap steps in the product development process.
  • Innovation management systems manage new product ideas efficiently.

Product Life Cycle

  • Stages of the product life cycle include: development, introduction, growth, maturity, and decline.

Additional Product Issues

  • Socially Responsible Product Decisions: Companies must consider ethical and regulatory standards, product safety, warranties, and public policy issues related to product acquisition or discontinuation.
  • International Product and Services Marketing: Companies must determine the degree of standardization or adaptation needed for world markets when expanding globally.

Summary

  • New product development includes the entire process from idea generation through commercialization.
  • This requires a customer-centered, systematic, and team-based effort to create superior value for customers.
  • Understanding the stages of the product life cycle—from introduction to decline—is crucial for effective marketing strategies.
  • Socially responsible actions and international product marketing demand considerations for effective global expansion.

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Test your knowledge on the stages of the product life cycle, including sales, objectives, and customer groups. This quiz also covers new product development processes and strategies such as crowdsourcing and systematic approaches. Ideal for marketing and business students.

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