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Some Problems in using Diffusion Models for New Products

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  • Irwin Bernhardt

    (University of Waterloo)

  • Kenneth D. Mackenzie

    (University of Kansas and University of Waterloo)

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This paper analyzes some of the problems involved in using diffusion models to formulate marketing strategies for introducing new products. Though future work in this area appears justified, there are many unresolved problems which limit application. First, there is no theory for adoption and diffusion processes. Such a theory is outlined in this paper. Secondly, the present models are too restrictive and do not include the variables that a marketing manager has at his disposal. Six models which remove some of the theoretical and methodological restrictions are therefore presented. The marketing implications of the assumptions in the models are discussed.

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  • Irwin Bernhardt & Kenneth D. Mackenzie, 1972. "Some Problems in using Diffusion Models for New Products," Management Science, INFORMS, vol. 19(2), pages 187-200, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:inm:ormnsc:v:19:y:1972:i:2:p:187-200
    DOI: 10.1287/mnsc.19.2.187
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    1. Scott A. Shane & Karl T. Ulrich, 2004. "50th Anniversary Article: Technological Innovation, Product Development, and Entrepreneurship in Management Science," Management Science, INFORMS, vol. 50(2), pages 133-144, February.
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