New 'Smart Parka' Targets Global Online Market

New 'Smart Parka' Targets Global Online Market

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Business, Information Technology (IT), Architecture, Life Skills

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North Aware, a startup, launched the smart parka, a winter coat with innovative features like built-in gloves and a scarf. Initially funded through a successful Kickstarter campaign, the company raised $3 million from nearly 9000 backers. The coat is designed to balance fashion and functionality, appealing to a global market, especially in North America. North Aware plans to expand its online sales and eventually enter retail stores. The coat's unique features aim to prevent loss of accessories, providing convenience and warmth.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the startup that created the Smart Parka?

North Aware

Parka Pro

Winter Wear

Smart Coats

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much money did North Aware aim to raise on Kickstarter?

$50,000

$10,000

$100,000

$30,000

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What change did North Aware make in response to customer feedback about fur?

Switched to faux fur

Added more real fur

Removed fur entirely

Offered both real and faux fur

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which market is North Aware primarily targeting with their Smart Parka?

Australia

Asia

North America

Europe

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is North Aware's sales goal for 2017?

$15 million

$25 million

$10 million

$20 million

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the practical benefits of the Smart Parka's built-in features?

They help prevent losing items like gloves

They are difficult to use

They are purely decorative

They increase the coat's weight

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the scarf located in the Smart Parka?

In the sleeves

In the hood

In the lining

In the pockets