This document discusses product planning and development. It defines what a product is, including both tangible goods like cars and computers as well as intangible services. Price is identified as a major factor in buyer choice and revenue generation. Products are categorized as consumer, unsolicited, or industrial. New product development strategies include acquiring new products or developing them internally. Many new products fail due to being overpriced or having an overestimated market size. The product life cycle framework includes development, introduction, growth, maturity, and decline stages. Developing an effective strategic marketing plan requires understanding the target market, product, business objectives, and marketing budget.