Strategic Implications
lFailed Product Introductions are Expensive
lMaximize Fit with Customer Requirements
nIn Addition to Speed of Development..
–Quality Matters (TQM, etc…)
–Features Matter (Match Customer Demands)
lMaximize Ability to Produce
nProduction Costs Matter
–Impact on Price & Profit
nAbility to Execute Production Ramp up Matters.
–Satisfy Demand