Decide whether to invest in R&D
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This question evaluates a data scientist's competency in data-driven decision-making, financial modeling, product strategy, and cross-functional leadership by requiring synthesis of customer insight, NPV and cost analysis, cannibalization effects, operational risks, brand positioning, and a staged rollout plan.
As the owner, would you invest in developing a Vegan burger now? Justify with a decision narrative covering customer insight, financials (NPV including fixed/variable costs and cannibalization), operational feasibility and risks, brand positioning, and a staged roadmap (R&D, pilot, scale/kill) with timelines, KPIs, and exit criteria.
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