Article: Information Resources Reduces Guesswork in New Product Planning and Evaluation.

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 17, 1999--

As any consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturer can attest, new product introductions are critical to profitable growth, but often carry a high risk of failure. To reduce some of the uncertainties, Information Resources, Inc. (NASDAQ:IRIC) has developed IntroCast Pre-Launch, the first interactive computer tool designed to help marketers set realistic goals for a new product launch.

IntroCast Pre-Launch can break down a total sales goal into trial and repeat components, and an annual objective into monthly targets. With such clearly defined goals, new product managers can better evaluate marketing plan options ...

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