Question
Explain ‘product identification’ as the first step in idea and opportunity assessment.

Answer

An idea should lead the entrepreneur to a definite product/service which he/she can sell. So, the first step is to obtain a concept of the product or service suggested by one idea. If the product is already available in the market, then this assessment should identify the reason for re-introducing the same.

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