Question

The ________ stage of the product development process often requires the design of after-sales processes such as maintenance, warranties, and repair processes that occur after the customer owns the product.

A) final product definitionB) product design and evaluationC) manufacturing system designD) technology selection for product developmentE) product marketing and supply chain preparation

Answer 1

the answer is E) product marketing and supply chain preparation

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

The correct option is E,product marketing and supply chain preparation

Step-by-step explanation:

This last stage in product development process addresses the issues in last stage in the customer's purchase decision process, post-purchase evaluation.

In order for customers to perceive the product as been a perfect fit for their needs, their issue around maintenance , repair and warranties must be adequately addressed which is a justification for them to come back for repeat business.

Also, it is noteworthy that the consumers are not only purchasing the physical products but also the services after purchase known as augmented or extended product