Asked by Katherin Mejia on Jul 01, 2024

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Which step in the new product development process is the most critical to the survival of a firm, and why?

New Product Development

The process of bringing a new product to the market, involving idea generation, design, testing, and launch.

Survival

The ability of a business or organism to continue existence and operations in the face of adversity or competitive pressures, often requiring adaptation or strategic planning.

  • Identify the most critical step in the new product development process and justify why.
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Zybrea KnightJul 07, 2024
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The product launch is the most critical step because it typically requires tremendous financial resources and extensive coordination of all factors in the marketing mix.