In the Context of New Product Development,the Inability of a Firm

question 44

Multiple Choice

In the context of new product development,the inability of a firm to satisfy customer needs can be attributed to:

• A)upfront intelligence efforts that prevent further development.
• B)a failure on the part of the firm to stick close to its core competencies.
• C)excessive competition from inappropriate quarters.
• D)a decline in the sales of old products compared to the sales of new products.

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Definitions:

Deviant Corporate Behavior

Actions by companies that go against societal norms or ethics, often illegally for financial gain.

Deviant Activities

Behaviors that violate societal norms or laws, ranging from minor infractions to serious crimes.

Causes and Costs

Causes and costs refer to the underlying reasons behind events or actions and the associated expenses or consequences that result from them.

Ambiguity in Laws

Situations where laws are unclear, open to multiple interpretations, or vague, leading to legal uncertainties and challenges.