Decision Gate 5
Proceed to Innovation Phase — Produce, deploy and support the Freeware software application?
Does Prototype Invention demonstrate sufficient value according to the preliminary assessments, SLOT analysis and justification? If yes, continue to III. Innovation Phase (Stage & Gate 6). If the decision is to not proceed, terminate project and apply KT principles.
Does Prototype Invention demonstrate sufficient value according to the preliminary assessments, SLOT analysis and justification? If yes, continue to III. Innovation Phase (Stage & Gate 6). If the decision is to not proceed, terminate project and apply KT principles.
Note: The NtK Model for Freeware contains Stages, Steps and Gates that may vary across the five sub-categories, as described in the five columns below.
| Freeware | Fee App | Freemium/>$5 | Free DIY | Fee DIY/Training |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oddly, sometimes not rigorously performed | Essential | Essential | Oddly, sometimes not rigorously performed | Essential |
Additional NtK Model Features
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