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Concept Testing

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Consumer Packaged Goods

Concept Testing

Consumer Packaged Goods

Concept Testing Survey for Consumer Packaged Goods

Concept Testing Survey for Consumer Packaged Goods

A new flavor, formulation, or packaging idea is a bet on production and shelf space — this cut tests it before either commitment is made.

A new flavor, formulation, or packaging idea is a bet on production and shelf space — this cut tests it before either commitment is made.

Template overview

Template overview

What is this template and why does it matter?

It shows shoppers a new product concept — flavor, formulation, or packaging — and measures appeal and purchase intent before it's produced. It matters because reversing a CPG production run is far more expensive than reversing a survey question.

What questions should I ask?

Overall appeal, purchase intent, uniqueness versus competing products, price expectations, and fit with the existing product line.

How many questions should it have?

6–10 per concept tested.

When / how often should you send it?

Early in development, before committing to sourcing or production.

What does a strong result look like?

A clear top concept validated in a realistic shelf context, not just a rating on a written description. Corvane Predict and Orchestra test the actual visual mockup in a simulated shelf, which is a stronger signal than concept text alone.

Example Survey Questions

Example Survey Questions

Use these questions as a starting point for your research.

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How appealing is this new product concept to you? (1–5)

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How likely would you be to buy this if it were on shelf today?

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How is this different from what's already available?

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What would you expect to pay for this?

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How well does this fit with the rest of the [Brand] product line?

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Start your research with a template built for the decision you’re making.

Start your research with a template built for the decision you’re making.