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Follow Up: Google's Goggles Come Into Focus
Wed. Feb 22, 2012 10:43 AM
Google's working on a new device, a pair of augmented reality glasses that've been all but confirmed by the New York Times. We looked at this idea a couple month…Read More
MarketStar Brand or Product Launch Strategy

Ensure your Product Launch Strategy is a Success

The first phase in introducing a new brand or product is the launch.
Having a complete product launch strategy in place is critical to your early success.

Prepare For Launch

Manufacturers face increasing pressure to go-to-market as quickly as possible. Compounding the problem is decreasing product lifecycles and heavy competition. Rushing into a product launch without properly training and preparing your retail channel can slow down adoption rates and lead to greater product returns.

If you need help…

  • Determining the type and amount of coverage you should deploy in specific markets/stores.
  • Driving interest and demand for a product before, during and after launch.
  • Educating retailers about the features, benefits and sales drivers for a product.
  • Equipping store associates with the tools and techniques to effectively drive revenue, while minimizing return rates.
  • Monitoring the reaction and feedback of a launch from both consumers and store associates.

MarketStar's unmatched experience in launching new products, brands and categories combined with our flexible, scalable retail services helps you quickly make an impact in retail while controlling your costs. By accelerating your time to launch, you benefit from sales to early adopters, beat out the competition, and ultimately increase your ability to take and sustain a leadership position within your brand category.

MarketStar can…

  • Dedicate full-time and/or flexible, project-based resources to rapidly support a launch at a fraction of the cost of implementing an internal team.
  • Prime the retailer channel prior to launch with the tools they need to sell and support new products.
  • Extend your existing coverage into additional markets/retailers to maximize launch impact.
  • Provide near real-time reporting that captures a snapshot of channel launch perceptions at the point of sale.

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