Blockbusters : The Five Keys to Developing GREAT New Products
Author: Gary S. Lynn, Richard R. Reilly
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ISBN: 0060084731
Publisher: HarperBusiness (01 October, 2002)
Sales Rank: 198,413
Average Customer Rating: 5 out of 5
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Rating: 5 out of 5
A rare book combining "how-to" with real world examples
Blockbusters is one of those rare business books that once you start reading, you just can't stop. I read this book in maybe 2 sittings, because each chapter created a strong curiosity to learn quickly, "what is the next key step." I couldn't wait to finish so I could go into my company and begin implementing some of these steps.Like most business books, Blockbuster has theory, but backed by solid data and many years of research; however, unlike other business books, it written in a very practical manner, particularly for the working business profressional.
The authors, Drs. Lynn and Reilly, seem to have a very good understanding of what goes on inside companies when teams work together to design and launch new products. In my opinion, they were able to successfully identify the key areas that all business leaders must be aware of if they are to be successful in product launches. The case histories of real product successes, both industrial and consumer, showed me the power of having a solid product development process.
I highly recommend Blockbusters to senior management or anyone that is involved in the new product development process, whether the products are consumer, industrial, or services.
Rating: 5 out of 5
Great for MBA students
It is difficult to find a well-written book that addresses the real-world application of New Product Development and "blockbusters" - Drs. Lynn and Reilly solved this problem! Whilst their work is based on in-depth surveys and an extensive analysis, they convey the success factors to practitioners in an easy-to-read and understandable format. "Bottom-line" information is found here.
My MBA students (New York) are intolerant of all theory and no practical application - they love this book!
Rating: 5 out of 5
A Must for Product Developers
Every year companies spend spend hundreds of thousands and even millions of dollars guessing what it takes to create just one hugely successful product. A large portion of that money could be saved if new product development teams would read Blockbusters and take its message to heart. The real world examples evaluated by Lynn and Reilly include high and low tech "blockbuster" products created by well-funded corporations and a struggling garage start-up. The authors teach five keys to success that are shared by all. Well worth buying and reading thoroughly. Similar Products
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