The Chances of Success for a New Product Are Significantly

The chances of success for a new product are significantly increased if

A) the company sets goals that both flexible and adaptable.
B) objectives are set for the product itself and target market segments are identified for it.
C) at least 25 percent of the initial budget includes advertising and promotional expenditures.
D) all initial production, distribution, and promotion are done in-house where management can exert the greatest quality control.
E) the firm outsources those elements of production, distribution, or promotion in which it has the least expertise.