R&d

usgb/ˌɑr ənd ˈdi/
noun

Research and development, commonly abbreviated as R&D, refers to the activities that companies or organizations undertake to innovate and introduce new products or services.

Many tech companies invest heavily in R&D to stay competitive.
Visual representation of "r&d" - Research and development, commonly abbreviated as R&D, refers to the activities that companies or organizations undertake to innovate and introduce new products or services.

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Formal

R&D funding,R&D department,R&D project

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Context

R&D is often discussed in business contexts when referring to expenses or budgets.

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The new R&D initiative was launched in the spring.
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Nuance

In many industries, R&D is a sign of a company’s commitment to growth and improvement.

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The firm increased its R&D budget to boost innovation.
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Misconception

Some may think R&D is only about science, but it also includes market research and user feedback.

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Our R&D process includes gathering customer insights to improve design.
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