... Insights Already a Gartner client? R&D leaders involved in new product development are frequently dissatisfied with the low proportion of innovation projects that are adopted by business partners. This research provides actions to prevent business rejection of R&D innovations. Insights at a Glance Impact ...
Analyst(s): Atul Dighe
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