This document provides an overview of new product development. It discusses what constitutes a product, the different levels of a product according to Kotler, and product life cycles. It also outlines Porter's five forces model for assessing industry attractiveness. The stages of new product development are described, including idea generation, screening, evaluation, development, and commercialization. Reasons for new product failure include lack of market research, unstable specs, weak cross-functional teams, and lack of focus. Critical success drivers include having a unique product that solves customer needs, front-loading the development process with research, and executing a well-planned launch.
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