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Customer satisfaction Quote by Geoffrey A. Moore

“The number-one corporate objective, when crossing the chasm, is to secure a distribution channel into the mainstream market, one with which the pragmatist customer will be comfortable. This objective comes before revenues, before profits, before press, even before customer satisfaction. All these…” quote by Geoffrey A. Moore
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““The number-one corporate objective, when crossing the chasm, is to secure a distribution channel into the mainstream market, one with which the pragmatist customer will be comfortable. This objective comes before revenues, before profits, before press, even before customer satisfaction. All these other factors can be fixed later - but only if the channel is established.””

Geoffrey A. Moore

About This Quote

Source Book: Crossing the Chasm, 1991

Securing a mainstream distribution channel is the first priority before revenue or profit.

In simple terms: First secure market entry before profit.

Key Takeaway

Validate distribution before scaling.

Themes

market entry distribution strategy pragmatism

Mood

strategic analytical

Type

business marketing

When to use this quote

  • product launch
  • channel partnership
  • marketing plan
  • investor pitch

Key Concepts

chasm crossing early adopters

Questions to Reflect On

  • What channel fits your target?
  • How will you adapt if the channel fails?
A Different Perspective

Focusing too early on channel can delay product refinement.

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