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|Physical dimensions
|4.9"W x 3.1"H x .7"D (12.5 x 7.8 x 1.8 cm)
|Display size, WxH
|3.81"W x 2.25"H (9.7 x 5.7 cm); 4.3" diag (10.9 cm)
|Display resolution, WxH
|480 x 272 pixels
|Display type
|WQVGA color TFT with white backlight
|6.2 ounces (176 g)
|removable, rechargeable lithium-ion
|Battery life
|up to 4 hours
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|Inkluderer livstidskartoppdateringer
|3D-visning av bygning (viser bygninger i 3D)
|nüMaps Guarantee
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|Sier gatenavn (f.eks. "Sving til høyre i Storgata om 500 fot").
|Stemmeaktivert navigasjon (bruk enheten med talekommandoer)
|Kompatibel med FM-trafikk
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|Junction view (displays junction signs)
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|XM®-kompatibel for USA
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|Fartsgrenseindikator (viser fartsgrensen for de fleste hovedveier i USA og Europa)
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Vondelpark is a short stroll from Hotel Aadam Wilhelmina, and other popular attractions like Stedelijk Museum are within a mile (2 km). The 24 rooms at this hotel include coffee makers, Select Comfort beds, and premium bedding. Located centrally in Amsterdam, it's also close to Concertgebouw and Van Gogh Museum.
Start your day off with breakfast, available for a fee.
Hotel Aadam Wilhelmina's 24 soundproofed rooms provide coffee makers, safes, and phones. Guests can expect free WiFi and cable TV. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, and Select Comfort beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Desks are also available.
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- Walking distance to Vondelpark
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Hotel Aadam WilhelminaKoninginneweg 167-169 Amsterdam 1075 CN
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Hotel Amenities
Hotel Aadam Wilhelmina features tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and express check-out. High-speed wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Victorian hotel also offers a safe deposit box at the front desk and a television in a common area.
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- Total number of rooms - 24
- Number of floors - 4
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Express check-out
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Multilingual staff
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Year Built 1950
- Smoke-free property
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- Television in common areas
- Free WiFi
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Room Amenities
Hotel Aadam Wilhelmina offers 24 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
- Premium bedding
- Soundproofed rooms
- Phone
- Daily housekeeping
- Private bathroom
- Hair dryer
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- Iron/ironing board (on request)
- In-room safe
- Desk
- Coffee/tea maker
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- Individually furnished
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- Free WiFi
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The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Golfing nearby
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- Water skiing nearby
- Scooter/moped rentals nearby
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Check-in time ends at 11:30 PM
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age is 16
Special check-in instructions:
Check-out time is 11 AM
Payment types
- Pets not allowed
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- No onsite parking is available. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same hotel / stay dates).
No rollaway/extra beds available
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No elevators
A refundable deposit of EUR 20 for room keys will be charged at check-in and refunded on check-out.
- A 5 percent city/local tax will be charged
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This apartment is in the North Philadelphia West neighborhood in Philadelphia. Nearby parks include Fotterall Square, Reyburn Park and Connie Mack Stadium.
1637 W Susquehanna Ave has a Walk Score of 88 out of 100. This location is Very Walkable so most errands can be accomplished on foot.
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1637 W Susquehanna Ave has excellent transit which means transit is convenient for most trips. Car sharing is available from Zipcar.
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Good for: Families. Children`s Programs. Seniors.
Regions:Western Caribbean, Southern Caribbean
Good for: Families. Overall Service. Teens.
Regions:Western Mediterranean, Panama Canal
Good for: Teens. Children`s Programs. Seniors.
Regions:Singapore, Malaysia, Phuket & Port Kelang,
Good for: Teens. Children`s Programs. Families.
Regions:Hawaii, Alaska, South Pacific
Good for: Families. Group. Overall Service.
Regions:Toyko To Taipei, Australia, Asia
Good for: Teens. Children`s Programs. Families.
User Reviews
I'd like to preface my review with some context. This was my first cruise, as cruising is not personally my ideal type of vacation. I prefer going somewhere and having time to explore -- maybe city- or country-hop if I can. But I'm not typically into tours or rigid itineraries. Still, I love tropical environs, water and sailing, and am ok with resorts in general even though they're not as authentic as the places surrounding them. So I tried to go into the cruise with a fairly open mind. In the end, I have decided that cruising is not for me. On the other hand, there are some people that love cruises. So the things that bothered me might not apply to everyone else. But I will try to be thorough and specific, so at least others can get a sense of what I experienced during 6-Night Western Caribbean Cruise on the Independence of the Seas with Royal Caribbean.
As a quick summary, I found that there wasn't enough time to spend in the better port stops (Grand Cayman and especially Falmouth, Jamaica) and the other was completely artificial and run bythe cruise line (Labadee, Haiti). Even in the stops that had some authentic culture, sights, and activities, Royal Caribbean tried to dissuade people from leaving the port area complexes where they take a cut of sales from vendors and luxury shops. They claim the towns and countries can be dangerous. If that was the case, why bother going? Why get off the ship? It's just a money grab. On that note, there were LOTS of upcharges from the alcohol packages to the souvenir cups and the added-fee restaurants that were totally generic and not much better quality than the regular dining hall. The food quality and preparation in the dining hall and buffet were pretty atrocious – most dishes were mediocre at best, and some were appalling. There was also a lack of variety in foods, with one exception being the Singapore-Style Curry Noodles%u2026unfortunately, while they tried to offer an ethnic taste, they were comically bad (they tasted like ketchup, French dressing, and sadness). In general, the foods were bland, drab, and not particularly fresh. Exceptions were some of the pastas and the steak. The ship, while large, felt confining. It was like we were confined to what Royal Caribbean felt like giving us as a vacation, rather than getting to enjoy ourselves and make the most of the time and the places we visited.
Now to get more specific%u2026
I'll start with the positive:
*The staff members on the ship were incredibly friendly, warm, interested, and caring. They were the absolute best part of the trip. Whether in the dining hall, bars, lounges, or pools, they made us feel welcomed and taken-care of. They helped us enjoy the cruise as much as possible, and are a huge credit to Royal Caribbean for hiring and training them. They're truly outstanding.
*The ship was well-maintained, clean, modern, and generally had a nice feel to its layout and in its venues.
*There was one night with a stand-up coming guest performer – the show was great, although she might not have thought the crowd was into it due to rough seas at the time. I wish there were more established artists with some broad appeal.
*Grand Cayman, while small, had some deliciously fresh seafood and lots of outdoor activities like snorkeling.
*Falmouth, Jamaica was a very vibrant place. The produce was so incredibly fresh and diverse. The people were friendly and hospitable. The mountains and sea were beautiful. The history was interesting and complex. The foods were tasty (we went on a culinary walking tour). Plus it's close to Montego Bay and Ochos Rios. I wish we could've stayed at port for a night so we had more time to enjoy this stop.
*Onboard activities were fun, and facilities were nice – this applies to pools, hot tubs, the surf simulator, rock wall, etc. The time on the boat was generally enjoyable when we weren't in rough seas or having a mediocre meal.
*The alcohol package made things that much better – we got the ultimate package, which paid for itself after 4 or 5 drinks a day. That was a good call for us.
And now for the negative:
*Most importantly, Labadee was horrible, inauthentic, and a waste of a day. The entire complex was set up by Royal Caribbean, and is fenced-in from the rest of Haiti. If you were to judge from Labadee, Haitian food must be burgers, hot dogs, and the "Labadoozie" frozen drink. True story: one guy tossed part of a burger to one of the stray dogs on the beach – the dog sniffed the burger and wouldn't eat it! The beaches were crowded, and most of them were rocky with coral chunks. The ones that had nicer sand were near the boat, and smelled like fuel. We were not allowed to experience any of what actual Haiti had to offer in terms of culture and sights. Yet from the beaches at Labadee, we could only be teased by the beautiful rolling hills that lay beyond the resort area's fence. And as a resort, it was poor – everything had an upcharge whether it was a floating mat or a cabana. And the facilities were dirty and run-down (stank bathrooms). They do let some Haitian residents work in the complex, which I guess is a decent job. But it's not a good experience for tourists. Except for the landscape, there's no reason to bother leaving the boat here.
*Premium amenities and services were very expensive, for example massages and spa services. Royal Caribbean tried to squeeze more money out of passengers every chance they got.
*The "cold" water in the stateroom was tepid and undrinkable. Of course, even with a drink package you could only get one bottle of water at a time.
*The mini fridge was barely cool. So you kindof need a beverage package for a cool drink.
*The curtains in the promenade stateroom were see-through and provided no privacy unless we used the blackout ones, which eliminated the view and any light from outside. They should've been sheer to let in light, but not prying eyes. It basically defeated the purpose of having the promenade window.
*The food quality was very poor, and dining options were few and unsatisfying. I actually touched on this more specifically above. Everything tasted frozen (ok, it's the best way to get food to last for 6 days), but was not prepared in a way that brought out any of its flavor. Things were bland, and drab. There were only a few ethnic foods, most of which were terrible. The sushi bar at the buffet was very disappointing (they had a variety of bad rolls, when they probably should've just had a decent California roll and called it a day). Everything was soggy. When we got off the boat, we'd always crave veggies and fresh foods. They should probably simplify the menu to more reliable things, and consider cheap foods that can hold up well and make people happy%u2026why not have a decent lo mein or burrito bar? And the two premium restaurants were totally not worth it -- $25 per person for generic "Italian" food or $35 for a lousy steakhouse. They should consider getting a chain or established chef to set up a restaurant – if they can source some decent-quality food that a real chef would accept.
*The drinks were a price gouge%u2026but they have you by the balls. You can bring on wine, but not even a large-format beer. Basically if you enjoy drinking, you have to pay out the nose.
*WiFi was expensive and unreliable – if you expect dial-up speeds, you will be sorely disappointed.
*There were incessant announcements on the PA loudspeaker system to announce "important" information like longitude/latitude, pre-scheduled port stops we already knew about, and opportunities to spend money at the overpriced duty-free and jewelry shops. These woke us up if we dared to relax during our "vacation," and were obnoxious in content and volume. They woke us up at 6am on debarkation day even though many of us were not allowed off the ship until 10. Awesome!
*The island stops were too short, and Royal Caribbean tried to mislead passengers that the only safe areas were the ports, where all shopping basically went back to the cruise line. I don't see the point of taking a ship somewhere beautiful in the Caribbean, but not getting time to actually experience these places. For people who enjoy the cruising experience aboard the ship, why bother stopping? It seemed like a lose-lose proposition for me.
*Finally, while they're truly amazing people, the cruise staff are overworked, and abused by Royal Caribbean. While the option to work with a cruise line might be a better career choice than staying in their home countries, they should be treated fairly on par with American employment laws and not treated so horribly. It is depressing to see, and I felt ashamed that my family did business with Royal Caribbean. It was typical to learn that some staff members worked 15-17 hour days with no days off. And they are penalized without-pay if they happen to get sick. Sure, it's just business. But I think a company should be judged not only by how profitable they are, but also by how decently they treat the people who work with them to help them succeed. For the absolute best part of this company, the staff was not properly appreciated by Royal Caribbean.
I hope some of this might help people make their cruise related decisions in the future – the bottom line is that if you already like cruising, you probably will enjoy this ship and itinerary with a few exceptions. And if you're not sure about the cruise experience, there are some downsides that are probably worth being warned about in advance.
Overall, the most important thing I can say that should apply to everyone is that Labadee was, in my opinion, the absolute worst part of the trip--and a waste of time and money. Even if you're gung-ho about taking a cruise with Royal Caribbean, I'd urge you to check out an itinerary that avoids this lame excuse for either a resort or a genuine port stop. I looked through their port brochure, and am intrigued by some other places they serve such as Puerto Rico and St. Maarten.
Happy travels!
I want to start my review on a positive note. The ship was clean and well kept. The crew was professional and very friendly and helpful. The entertainment was very good, and the Legend of the Seas singers and dancers were awesome. The Legend of the Seas singers and dancers put on some spectacular shows. The best part of the cruise.
The reason for my poor experience and the reason I cannot recommend the cruise is the Windjammer Cafe Buffet. We suffered with pancakes that made noise when they hit your plate, with scrambled eggs so loose they were swimming in water, and spare ribs so dried out and over cooked that they literally broke my dental bridge.
I didn't know whom to report to when I discovered that the dried out meat had broken my bridge so I didn't say anything until I was asked to fill out a mid-cruise survey. The only response I got from customer service was that I didn't report it at the time of the incident and I never showed my broken bridge to any of the crew. They didn't believe me!! They might just aswell have called me a liar to my face! I don't think that is how you treat a 3 time customer who is retired with plenty of time to do more cruises. I decided to write my story in a review on the RCCL web site. RCCL pulled my review and refused to print it and suggested I contact customer service. I was provided with an email link and sent my story to customer service again. That was over a week ago, and I am still waiting to hear from RCCL.
Bad buffet in the Windjammer Cafe, bad treatment of longtime customer, bad follow-up by cutomer service makes me give this cruise a poor experience.
My cruising background includes 35 cruises of which 23 were with RCI. The Quantum of the Seas is not ready for passengers and needs a lot of work. It seemed to me that RCI was focused more on maximizing their bottom line than catering to their passengers. I had the sense that the the ship was "Stuffed" with venues much like trying to fit 10 lbs. of goods into a 5 lb. bag.
Dynamic dining was frustrating and stressful at times. After weeks of trying to link 8 people for dinner at various restaurants, we were told no reservations existed by Customer Service. Their reply (Which we heard frequently, was "There's nothing we can do") They suggested we go to every restaurant we reserved and confirm reservations.
The service was very slow since assistant waiters were eliminated and the waiter fumbled around trying to enter our orders into an ipad.Some meals took 2 hours or more and we missed several shows because of it. Virtually every restaurant we visited was missing one or more of their menu items. There are 4 complimentary restaurants and at least 7 that you had to payfor. The coastal Kitchen is reserved for Pinnacle & suite guests.Izumi and Jamies were my favorites.
The menus were small and never changed and if there were 5 meal choices and they were out of stock for 2 meals, you were given a choice of 3. When showing up for our reservation on time we stood in a line and at times were given a light up pager like you would get in a highway chain restaurant. We then would wait an additional 20 minutes to 1/2 hr. to be seated.
The food was OK, but nothing really stood out. Some cuts of meat were not up to the old RCI standards. The Windjammer would constantly have empty tables not cleared off and omelet lines were non existent due to the light up pagers we were give. If I knew it would take 1/2 hr. to get an omelet I wouldn't have ordered it.
Was pretty much useless and seemed overwhelmed. There were frequently long lines. "There's nothing we can do" is a phrase I never want to hear again when paying in excess of $3000.00 for an 11 day cruise.
The Rip cord, Waver runner, Bumper cars, and North star were very good. The downside was waiting in line to make reservations. The robot bartenders were boring after 3 minutes and a waste of space due to the limited hours they worked and the breakdowns.
Mamma Mia was the highlight of the cruise and rivaled the Broadway version. The other shows left me confused. Starwater reminded me of Cirque Du Soliel with a floating Cellist and a singer who floated in the air. She sang a song that lasted at least 20 minutes while the dancers waved her dress up & down for lighting effects ??? The show had to be cancelled twice due to rough seas in the Caribbean.
Many usual shipboard activities were missing. Mostly because the venues were too small. Trivia as usual was won by back to back cruisers who had the answers to all the questions. No parties on the pool deck, Quest, Belly flop contests Etc because the venues were too small.
There were limited venues for dancing. The music hall and Boleros which were usually standing room only and the 270 was beautiful but only seemed to play what I'll refer to as "Elevator music".
The diamond lounge was standing room only and we were redirected to other bars and had to wait up to 1/2 hour for a drink due to being understaffed.
The ship is beautiful but the design emphasis seems to have been in technology and ignored practicality and common sense. (It doesn't take a brain surgeon to realize a children's pool doesn't belong next to the smoking section. And I'm a smoker )
I am sure many first time cruisers tech people and young people will enjoy this ship, but if you like interaction with the same waiter every night and the smooth flow of getting in & out of a restaurant in a reasonable time, you would be better off sticking to ships with traditional dining.
We go on vacation to relax and unwind, but this vacation was WORK and caused stress when the technology went awry. In 35 cruises this is the first negative review i have written It by far was my worst cruise. I felt like I was in Disneyland with all the standing in line and reservations. If Dynamic Dining is the future of RCI, I will sadly have to choose other Cruise lines.
I never got on board to see the ship. After the hour wait to check in, my wife made the fatal mistake about being honest that she had a cold. On the health declaration form, she checked "yes" to having a runny nose and coughs. We were ushered to the side of the check-in room and waited over an hour for a nurse to arrive. All the nurse did was check her temperature. She registered 99.7F.
Despite the form saying explicitly that you would not be denied boarding unless you are proven to be communicable, we were refused boarding. I am a scientist and an academic writer. In no respected scientific way would you prove communicable causation by showing someone to be one degree Fahrenheit higher than normal. In fact, the norm of 98.6F is just an average. Depending upon the surrounding conditions and the state of the individual, the norm could vary by as much as one degree. Again, 98.6F is not a fact; it is an average. Some people run normally at 99F or higher.
When we pleaded with the medical staff that she was only one degree over theaccepted norm, they said that they don't deal in "only." I'm sorry but half the people would fail the test because their norm is higher than 98.6F.
The moral of this story is that honesty does not pay. Among the 2000 in line, we witnessed dozens of people sniffling and hacking--and yet only two people, including us, answered "yes" to their question. Now doing a brief review online, I see that everyone lies about their health conditions--and I see why.
After being told that we would not be permitted to board, we had to wait THREE HOURS for them to retrieve our luggage. After three hours, they only apologised that they could not retrieve them.
Here we were stranded in Baltimore under freezing rain with nothing but the clothes on our backs. For me, this included a t-shirt, shorts, sandals and a light windbreaker. They were kind enough to let us stand in the lobby, with the doors wide open, while they called us a cab.
To recap, we arrived at the port just after noon. By the time the ordeal was over, it's close to 5 pm. Expecting a rich meal on board, we had nothing to eat all day and we were left hungry, cold, and stripped of all our belongings.
After booking and adjusting our flight itinerary, this debacle cost us $1500.
Thanks Royal Caribbean for ruining our vacation, putting us through five hours of torture, and leaving us in the cold. This must be the basis of some sort of lawsuit and I'll search for a lawyer soon.
However all staff on "Rhapsody of the Seas" were fantastic from everyone in Guest Relations department to F&B to Housekeeping to all the great shows on board. But I would like to point out 2 crew members who were exceptional and delivered the highest quality of service I have ever encountered. They tried their best for us with the loss of our luggage and we were never neglected. Most importantly they empathized with our situation and therefore made our misery much more manageable. The 2 crew member were Baris Beyosmanoglu and Bhiri Ramsarup from Guest Relations. They gave us things to get by such as laundry service, formal hire, toiletry pack and helped track down our
We will cruise again and Royal Caribbean will be our first choice from now on.
We got on the Liberty of the seas December 26, 2013 and we had fun. It would be nice if it was a 7-day cruise but, it was a 4-night cruise. Here is how it was like.
Hotel/Embarking: We stayed at a hotel. It was the Comfort inn. The hotel was okay but the food wasn't okay. My parents told me not to eat the boiled eggs because they were rubbery. Embarking was okay but the lines were long.
Activities: We had alot of fun. The hzo zone and pool was fun. The pools were freshwater. The promenade was pretty nice to see. The florider was amazing. We didn't do the flowrider but, we watched.
Children's Club: My sister had alot of fun. She met some friends. We brought other kids and they had fun.
Cozumel: We did an island tour. We loved it. We visited the ruins, did the Tequila tour, and more. We had two vans. The problems are on one van, it had the "B-word" on the back.
Cabin: We booked a balcony and we loved it. The doors were okay and the bathroom was great.
Service: The service wasgreat. The dining room treated our cousins 3-year old (now 4) really nice. The staff in cafe promenade was nice.
Food: The food was good. Nothing went wrong in the dining room. The fries tasted good. I was not sure about the cheese plate but, I will try it again.
The entertainment was good. We did the Micheal Jackson experience and it was the best. The 70s party was good. We had alot of fun.
Overall: We will recommend this ship to our friends because it was the best ship we been on. It would be good for a B2B cruise.
Our 11th cruise, 2nd on Royal Caribbean, was a great cruise. We were impressed with the ship which had a recent refurbishment, and the ease of getting around the ship. Our cabin was a balcony on Deck 8, Mid-Ship, # 8336 which was very smooth when sailing and very quite. We left out of Galveston as we are able to drive to the port in about 1 1/2 hours from our home in S/W Louisiana. We have booked this same ship for another cruise in November, 2014.
We sailed the Eastern Caribbean 2 years ago and this was the largest, best entertainment, best food, we've had on any cruise. I don't have any complaints at all. We sailed on Carnival, and 4 other RCCL ships before this cruise, and then Disney with the family, and I recently got back from Carnival's Fantasy out of Charleston. I've enjoyed every cruise! But, for the first time, we've decided to go back on the Freedom of the Seas and do the Western Caribbean next month. We loved the Promenade Stateroom to people watch and see what was happening on the Promenade. We spend very little time in any cabin on any ship, but the Promenade cabin was greatly enjoyed by my wife. So when picking out a cruise, I want to make sure she's happy, because as we all know, when someone isn't happy, that someone can make you unhappy!
We just had to sail on one of biggest ships in history and have an experience that would be very different, and it was. We went to the Bahama's, St. Thomas, and St. Maarten. We have been to these ports many time but wanted to experience the ship so I won't talk about the ports. First, embarkation was amazingly easy. They have a terminal with the capacity to check-in a massive amount of people. RCL didn't just try to use the old system but instead effectively planned for the 6000 passengers that would descend in a short period of a few hours.
In each port they also had 30 by 30 foot portable classrooms on each dock with multiple security stations rather than try to run people through metal detectors on the ship entrance. This worked great and avoided the crunch at the gangway entrances. Again, somebody was thinking. Debarkation was also smooth and very quick. It's the fastest and earliest we have ever gotten off a ship. There was a long line at customs but it moved quickly and took, maybe, fifteen minutes. Don't hesitate on scheduling a flight outof Ft. Lauderdale a noon to 1:00pm, you'll make it with plenty of time. We played it "safe" and ended up sitting around the airport all day.
Now about the ship. Our balcony cabin was on the 11th deck in the back overlooking the Boardwalk. Normally I don't like rear cabins because there is so much engine/propeller vibration. That was not a problem at all as it was very smooth and we rarely even felt this huge ship move. The inside cabins on the Boardwalk were great as they are sheltered from the wind. The inside balconies on Central Park often had a lot of wind as do the outside balconies. We used our balcony more than we ever have before. This ship itself is overwhelming.
The jogging track is one of the best at sea and is only 2.4 laps to a mile. Beware of a few people who think this is a nice place for a leisurely stroll and will walk side by side blocking the runners. On one occasion we saw one runner take a spill twice because of people who blocked the track. Some people are just oblivious to what is going on.
Entertainment was amazing, the best shows at sea. We saw a shortened version of Hairspray which was of touring company quality. The ice show was excellent. They had Clint Holmes, a Las Vegas regular, fly in and give a fantastic performance. The Aqua/Diving Show was very entertaining and very unusual. Be sure and book your reservations well in advance for these shows as there isn't enough seating for all the passengers.
The food in the dining room was good, not fabulous, but equal to all other cruise ship standard. This isn't a negative comment because it was good and we gained 5 pounds during the week. We "discovered" the Solarium for breakfast. It has the healthy food and was never crowded. It is for adults only and made for a very relaxing breakfast. It became our hide-away area. During "sea days" the dining room has a nice buffet with a great salad bar. They have the best chopped salad bar you will ever find. Every sea day we ate here. There is also a little Cafe in Central Park that has the best French dip sandwiches on a fresh roll. Now for the negatives. The Windjammer buffet was a nightmare. It seemed smaller than the buffets on some of RCL's smaller (but still large) ships. We ate there only 3-4 times. It was super crowded and congested. To RCL's credit they stopped people at the door and wouldn't let them in until there was a table available and then they seated the people otherwise it would have been a disaster. One time we saw the line go out both doors and wind down the stairway. A ship this size needed a huge buffet or two separate buffets. This lack of preparation and planning made this a huge negative. If you eat most meals at the buffet, avoid this ship.
The second thing that bothered me was during the karaoke night when the passengers could sing with the band. I think they called it "live karaoke." It only lasted one hour and should have been done every night. With 6000 passengers the talent was unbelievable, however, there were crew members who did four of the songs during this brief hour. One crew member did two songs. Given the short time frame that meant there were passengers who didn't get to perform. The crew should not be taking away from passenger participation. I wanted to tell the cruise director about this but he was impossible for me to find.
So, how would I rate this cruise overall? Half way through I decided I didn't like the huge ship. We took a wonderful cruise on the small Ryndam earlier in the summer and I loved that ship. But, I have to admit the ship did begin to grow on me. It was congested at times but you have to think of it as a big city vacation and not a relaxing country vacation. I would sail on the ship again, but only if it was a special itinerary and the ship just happened to be going there. Overall, it was a unique experience and I'm glad I did it this once, but I prefer a smaller ship.
Whats the allure of the worlds largest ship? In a word, entertainment. Of the four cruise lines Ive sailed with, no one does it better than Royal Caribbean.
The fare served up on the stages of Allure of the Seas is a refreshing departure from the usual shipboard shows and are worth the effort of scheduling your trip around them.
Allures full production of the musical Chicago was great fun, and the voices were strong and clear. How neat is that"a Broadway-quality show for free! And if you get to the theater super early, you can even get the best seats in the house.
Then there was Ocean Aria, a diving and acrobatic show thats so compelling you wont want to take your eyes away for a second. Adonis-like acrobat brothers wrap their bodies around each other in poses where you cant tell where one body ends andthe other begins. Divers from 90 ft. high fly into the air and amazingly, land gracefully and securely into the Allures tiny theater pool.
Inside the ship, on the ice rink, professional skaters"one a veteran of Disney on Ice"twirl, jump, spin and lift, while on a moving vessel, no less. The Monopoly theme lent itself well to playful and colorful sets and costumes.
The singers from Chicago re-emerged in Blue Planet, which had everything thrown in"acrobatics, singing and dancing"all in a celebration of nature. I wont give it all away, but it included a trampoline, large rings and a human tree.
This comes on top of onboard surfing, ice skating, zip-lining, rock climbing and miniature golf. And then there are the three neighborhoods; their personalities ebbing and flowing by the hour. Theres the Promenade, the hub of the ship and venue for parades, dance classes and the best people-watching; Boardwalk, where you can ride a full-size carousel over and over again for free or eat foot-high pink cotton candy for a cost; and Central Park, an oasis of real foliage and fake bird sounds.
Exciting, yes. But it does steal the show from the real leading lady"the mysterious, fascinating and ever-changing sea.
Not as Alluring
The Allures weak spot is the food. Some dinner dishes in the Main Dining Room were good (memorable was the shrimp on Italian-theme night), others were disappointing (Chicken Marsala was rendered as fried chicken with a nearly invisible sauce).
But what we noticed"and missed"was the absence of beef choices, particularly compared to competing cruise lines.
We found that among the free dining options, the Windjammer buffet was often the best choice. Not only did it have a wider variety (shrimp crackers, anyone?), but some standout spicy Asian choices. It was a nice break from the usually bland and unimaginative dining room dishes.
Aside from the food, the other area where the ship doesnt compare well to, say, the Caribbean Princess, is the staterooms. While okay on size, the Allures cabins offered less in the way of storage space. The closets are tight and night tables have open slots, which make them minimally useful.
Another downside is that the balcony chairs dont recline, which makes seaside napping a challenge (but nothing that a glass of wine cant cure!).
The Bottom Line
But, hey, you cant be good at everything.
This may seem heretical, given all that the Allure and Oasis have going for them, but I wouldnt recommend these ships for first-time cruisers. Because youll be permanently spoiled, and forever searching for the carousel and ice skating rink on every other ship.
My top tip: to really appreciate Chicago, stream or rent the movie version before your trip. And dont forget to reserve all your shows online well in advance of your cruise. You can gamble and try and get in once on board, but be forewarned"the lines for standby outside the shows were substantial.
For photos and more musing on Caribbean cruising, see musingaboutcruising.blogspot.com.


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A review of RFID technology and its managerial applications in different industriesXiaowei Zhu | Samar K. Mukhopadhyay | Hisashi Kurata
Volume 29, Issue 1, January 2012, Pages 152-167
Radio frequency identification (RFID) is an emerging technology that is increasingly being used in supply chain management. RFID technology plays an important role in supporting logistics and supply chain processes because of their ability to identify, trace and track information throughout the supply chain. The technology can provide suppliers, manufacturers, distributors and retailers precise real time information about the products. This accurate knowledge of the inventory would result in lower labor cost, simplified business processes and improved supply chain efficiency. If properly used, it has the potential to cut ordering lead time and cost on inventory control, increase the accuracy of inventory information, help avoid stockouts and boost the number of inventory turns. In this paper, we provide an overview of the current state of RFID applications in different industries and its impact on business operations. We provide extensive literature survey and develop a framework for future research areas in this field. © 2011 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
Green supply chain management innovation diffusion and its relationship to organizational improvement: An ecological modernization perspectiveQinghua Zhu | Joseph Sarkis | Kee Hung Lai
Volume 29, Issue 1, January 2012, Pages 168-185
Drawing on diffusion of innovation and ecological modernization theories, we identify three types of industrial manufacturers, namely early adopters, followers, and laggards, based on the adoption of green supply chain management (GSCM) practices among Chinese manufacturers. Test results indicate that differences exist between the three types of GSCM adopters in terms of their environmental, operational, and economic performance. Understanding how Chinese manufacturers adopt GSCM practices and if this adoption affects their performance contributes theoretical advancement to the diffusion of innovation theory. Practically, the results provide managerial insights for manufacturers to benchmark for environmental management practices and performance improvement. © 2011 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
A conceptual model for the process of IT innovation adoption in organizationsMumtaz Abdul Hameed | Steve Counsell | Stephen Swift
Volume 29, Issue 3, July 2012, Pages 358-390
In this paper, we develop a conceptual model for IT innovation adoption process in organizations. The model utilizes Diffusion of Innovation (DOI) theory, Theory of Reasoned Action (TRA), Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB) and a framework that contains characteristics of innovation, organization, environment, chief executive officer (CEO) and user acceptance. The model presents IT adoption as a sequence of stages, progressing from initiation to adoption-decision to implementation. The study presents a model with an interactive process perspective which considers organizational level analysis until acquisition of technology and individual level analysis for the user acceptance of IT. © 2012 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
Performance effects of IT capability, service process innovation, and the mediating role of customer serviceJa Shen Chen | Hung Tai Tsou
Volume 29, Issue 1, January 2012, Pages 71-94
Few academic studies have investigated how information technology (IT) capability and service process innovation can create performance gains for firms through customer service. We propose that customer service is a significant mediator through which IT capability and service process innovation influence the performance of a firm, and that IT capability is also a critical factor that facilitates service process innovation. Empirical support for our argument was derived from data collected from 174 firms in the Taiwan IT industry. The results suggest that managerial initiatives should be directed at developing IT capability and service process innovation and leveraging them to facilitate customer service to attain superior firm performance. Furthermore, greater IT capability would lead to a higher degree of service process innovation. © 2011 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
Technology roadmapping for technology-based product-service integration: A case studyYoungjung Geum | Sungjoo Lee | Daekook Kang | Yongtae Park
Volume 28, Issue 3, July 2011, Pages 128-146
Today, since a single product is no longer sufficient to cope with the dynamic market environment, firms are trying to provide the integrated offering of products and services. However, despite the importance and utility of product-service integration, a limited approach has been conducted regarding the planning of the strategic management of integrated offering. To deal with this issue, this paper firstly suggests the concept and typology of technological interface in product-service integration. Based on the technological interface, a generic structure of product-service integrated roadmap is developed. Extended from the generic structure, this paper finally proposes the typological configurations of integrated roadmap according to the technological interface and investigates the usage, characteristics, and roadmapping processes. © 2011 Elsevier B.V.
Implementing an RFID-based manufacturing process management system: Lessons learned and success factorsE. W T Ngai | D. C K Chau | J. K L Poon | A. Y M Chan | B. C M Chan | W. W S Wu
Volume 29, Issue 1, January 2012, Pages 112-130
A growing number of organisations are using radio frequency identification (RFID) technology to improve their manufacturing processes. A case study approach is used to explore the development of an RFID-based manufacturing process management system in a garment factory in China. The results indicate that both technology push and need pull factors influence the garment factory's intention to adopt RFID technology. The technology push factors include relative advantage, compatibility, complexity, extendibility and the cost of the technology, whereas the need pull factors include competitor and customer pressure. We identify eight factors for the successful implementation of an RFID-based manufacturing process management system, namely, vendor selection, organisational motivation, cost/benefit evaluation, top management support, user involvement, the extent of progress supervision, staff competence and training, and policy, structure and operating process compatibility. This in-depth case study details the organisation's experience and identifies the challenges it faces and important issues in the development and implementation of the system. Implications for academics and practitioners are discussed. © 2011 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
External technology acquisition and product innovativeness: The moderating roles of R&D investment and configurational contextKuen Hung Tsai | Ming Hung Hsieh | Erik Jan Hultink
Volume 28, Issue 3, July 2011, Pages 184-200
An increasing number of studies in technology/innovation management contribute to the understanding of the relationship between external technology acquisition and product innovation performance. On the other hand, the meta-analytic reviews of new product development literature indicate a positive impact of product innovativeness on product innovation performance. However, existing research has not examined the link between external technology acquisition and product innovativeness. This study, therefore, aims to fill this gap of knowledge by investigating the external technology acquisition - product innovativeness relationship and examining the moderating roles of R&D investment and configurational context on this link. Based on a panel sample of 105 high-technology firms over a six-year period, a least squared dummy variable s model reveals interesting results. First, external technology acquisition has a positive impact on product innovativeness. Second, R&D investment increases the effect of external technology acquisition on product innovativeness. Lastly, firm size exhibits a negative effect on the contribution of external technology acquisition to product innovativeness. However, firm age positively impacts the relationship between external technology acquisition and product innovativeness. In addition, this study reveals a positive effect of product innovativeness on firm growth. © 2011 Elsevier B.V.
Technological distinctive competencies and organizational learning: Effects on organizational innovation to improve firm performanceMaría Teresa Bolívar-Ramos | Víctor J. García-Morales | Encarnación García-Sánchez
Volume 29, Issue 3, July 2012, Pages 331-337
This paper analyzes how top management support of technology influences the generation of technological skills, technological distinctive competencies and organizational learning. The research also examines the effects of technological distinctive competencies and organizational learning on organizational innovation and reflects how all of these variables impact organizational performance. The results of our empirical analysis, based on a sample of 201 Spanish technological firms, suggest that: (1) top management support positively influences the generation of technological skills, technological distinctive competencies and organizational learning; (2) technological distinctive competencies and organizational learning positively affect organizational performance, directly and indirectly through organizational innovation. © 2012 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
Complementary effects of clusters and networks on firm innovation: A conceptual modelDevi R. Gnyawali | Manish K. Srivastava
Volume 30, Issue 1, January 2013, Pages 1-20
We develop a conceptual model that explains how a firm's cluster and network complement each other in enhancing the firm's likelihood of technological innovations. We identify critical innovation catalysts-awareness and motivation - and innovation barriers - resource constraints, organizational rigidity, and uncertainty. Our conceptual model explains how various factors in the cluster such as competitive intensity, social interaction intensity, and cluster vitality and network factors such as resource potential, acquisition orientation, co-development orientation, and network vitality impact innovation catalysts and barriers and subsequently the firm's likelihood of generating incremental and breakthrough innovations. We discuss several promising avenues for future research. © 2012 Published by Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
Toward integration of products and services: Taxonomy and typologyYongtae Park | Youngjung Geum | Hakyeon Lee
Volume 29, Issue 4, October 2012, Pages 528-545
Integration of products and services has been receiving increased attention from both practice and academia, but there is no common systematic framework that can accommodate various concepts. In response, this paper first defines an umbrella term, "integrated product-service" (IPS), that encompasses all related concepts. An extensive literature review is conducted, allowing the production of a taxonomy of IPS, called the IPS dichotomy. As a typology of IPS, the IPS cube, comprising eight cells, is also proposed along with practical examples. This paper is expected to lay a foundation for further advances in the field of integration of products and services. © 2012 Elsevier B.V.
Innovation capability and corporate growth: An empirical investigation in ChinaJie Yang
Volume 29, Issue 1, January 2012, Pages 34-46
This study examines the antecedents of firm innovation capability in high technology firms in China and its effect on long-term corporate growth. It explores the growth-driven core competence of a firm by employing a knowledge-based view. The analysis of firm innovation capability indicates that firm innovation capability is related to long-term corporate growth. The results of this study support this link and the findings stress the importance of innovation intent and infrastructure to a firm's innovation capability. © 2011 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
Building an organizational capability for radical innovation: The direct managerial roleDonna J. Kelley | Gina Colarelli O'Connor | Heidi Neck | Lois Peters
Volume 28, Issue 4, October 2011, Pages 249-267
Our research examines practices for managing project leaders as a component of an organization's capability for radical innovation. Our qualitative analysis of 246 interviews in twelve industry-leading corporations suggests that managers use performance-based assessment to select project leaders with demonstrated experience and skills for innovation, as well as passion that extends beyond a single project toward an awareness of its broader contribution to the organization's growth objectives. The managerial role includes concurrent hands-off/hands-on involvement, which balances autonomy and accountability with guidance. Additionally, downside/upside management involves removing the negative consequences associated with failure while providing recognition for the project leader's efforts. © 2011 Elsevier B.V.
When should organizational change be implemented? the moderating effect of environmental dynamism between dynamic capabilities and new venture performanceHao Jiao | Ilan Alon | Chun Kwong Koo | Yu Cui
Volume 30, Issue 2, March 2013, Pages 188-205
The purpose of this study is to explore the moderating effect of environmental dynamism on the relationship between dynamic capabilities and new venture performance using the rapidly changing environment in China as a case. Using a sample of 115 firm observations, we applied the partial least squares structural equation modeling approach to model these relationships and found that opportunity-sensing capability and reconfiguration capability have significant impacts on new venture performance. Additionally, each of these capabilities has a stronger impact on new venture performance at higher levels of environmental dynamism. We conclude that dynamic capabilities are more effective in implementing organizational change at high degrees of environmental dynamism. © 2013 Published by Elsevier B.V.
The evolution of university-industry linkages - A frameworkCarolin Plewa | Nisha Korff | Claire Johnson | Gregory MacPherson | Thomas Baaken | Giselle Camille Rampersad
Volume 30, Issue 1, January 2013, Pages 21-44
This qualitative study extends literature on research commercialization by examining the dynamic nature of university-industry linkages (UIL). Thirty in-depth interviews conducted in Australia and Germany/the Netherlands provide evidence of the different phases through which UILs evolve and respective measures of success. Communication, understanding, trust, and people are universal drivers, yet managers must consider the variations in the nature of these factors to ensure successful UILs. This study equips managers involved in technology transfer, innovation, and commercialization with critical insights into developing effective relationships. The proposed conceptual framework also uncovers notable theoretical and managerial implications and offers some key research directions. © 2012 Published by Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
New organizational designs for promoting creativity: A case study of virtual teams with anonymity and structured interactionsC. M. Chang
Volume 28, Issue 4, October 2011, Pages 268-282
Companies organize teams to enhance creativity and innovation. Creativity refers to the generation of new and novel ideas, whereas innovation encompasses both idea generation and the commercialization of these ideas to add value to the enterprises. Standard teams are those, wherein participants meet face-to-face to develop new ideas and/or to commercialize them. Asynchronous virtual teams are those which allow participants to interact via digital means without face-to-face meetings. Asynchronous virtual teams are especially convenient for participants at global locations. The objective of this paper is to outline a third kind of teams, the virtual teams with anonymity and structured interactions (VTASIs), in which participants remain anonymous, follow a modified Delphi brainstorming process, communicate with one another asynchronously via electronic means, apply a set of streamlined idea generation strategies (the Combinatorial Heuristic and Normatively Generic Method), and conduct multiple rounds of structured interactions under the guidance of a knowledgeable team leader. Individual team member works alone, yet interacts indirectly with all others in a group setting. After having briefly reviewed the factors that are known to constraint the performance of both the standard and asynchronous virtual teams, this paper describes a study conducted in Spring 2009 Semester at University at Buffalo, involving eight VTASI teams of a total of 72 graduate engineering students who worked on generating new ideas for improving four specific projects. Key results are discussed. For global operations, the asynchronous virtual teams represent an improvement over the standard teams in terms of reach, costs, and execution. The VTASI teams advocated in this paper represent yet a further improvement over the Asynchronous virtual teams, and hold promise to be the most effective among the three types of teams in promoting creativity. © 2011 Elsevier B.V.
A real option theoretic fuzzy evaluation model for enterprise resource planning investmentChew Jian You | C. K M Lee | S. L. Chen | Roger J. Jiao
Volume 29, Issue 1, January 2012, Pages 47-61
The high failure rate of ERP implementation is due to a common pitfall that ERP projects are often enacted as merely investment into installation of IT infrastructure, rather than systematic planning of operation changes, business process re-engineering and a paradigm shift for the operation and management. To manage ERP investment in a changing environment for high payoff, this paper adopts a real option theoretic method. Fuzzy payoff valuation is introduced to deal with uncertainties in order to minimize the risk of failure. The proposed ERP evaluation model is geared towards small and medium enterprises. A case study is presented to validate the proposed fuzzy real options. The results indicate the potential of modeling ERP investment as "Expand", "Contain" and "Abandon" options in different scenarios. The fuzzy real option model bestows a novel ex-ante cost analysis for justifying ERP investment in the implementation cycle. © 2011 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
The role of deliberate and experiential learning in developing capabilities: Insights from technology licensingUlrich Lichtenthaler | Miriam Muethel
Volume 29, Issue 2, April 2012, Pages 187-209
We discuss the interdependencies between deliberate and experiential learning in developing a dynamic technology licensing capability, which was termed 'desorptive capacity' in earlier conceptual work. We use new three-year lagged data from two surveys of 79 firms to examine the role of dedicated licensing employees and prior licensing experience in developing firms' sensing, seizing, and transforming capacities in technology out-licensing. The findings emphasize capabilities' multidimensionality and critical trade-offs due to interdependencies between deliberate and experiential learning in developing capabilities. Besides interdependencies with experiential learning, deliberate learning strengthens sensing and seizing capacity, but it negatively affects transforming capacity based on inertia. © 2011 Elsevier B.V.
Key personality traits of engineers for innovation and technology developmentJeanine M. Williamson | John W. Lounsbury | Lee D. Han
Volume 30, Issue 2, March 2013, Pages 157-168
Focusing on new roles of engineers for technological innovation and internal entrepreneurship, we examined the personality traits of 4876 engineers versus 75,892 non-engineers. Engineers scored higher on Tough-Mindedness and Intrinsic Motivation; but lower on Assertiveness, Conscientiousness, Customer Service Orientation, Emotional Stability, Extraversion, Image Management, Optimism, Visionary Style, and Work Drive. All but four of these traits were positively related to engineers' career satisfaction. Overall, the results are not encouraging for the new roles of engineers such as intrapreneurship. Findings were discussed in terms of occupational profiling of engineers as well as career planning, selection, training, and professional development of engineers. © 2013 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
Modes of technological leapfrogging: Five case studies from ChinaDezhi Chen | Richard Li-Hua
Volume 28, Issues 1-2, March 2011, Pages 93-108
This paper examines the current literature on management of technology (MOT) and stresses the importance of keeping up with the speed of the technological change and the emerging new global paradigms of the business environment. The focus is on the concept and mode of technological leapfrogging, which is an important element of the technology strategy of firms. Based upon the principles of MOT, nine propositions grounded on document-analysis and case study are proposed. Five typical cases of technological catching-up have been selected to illustrate the mode of technological leapfrogging to validate our work. All the case examples have taken place in China. We established "technological leapfrogging" through the analysis of technological innovation theory, and the study of individual and comparative cases, as well as model matching and competitive test of the nine propositions. © 2010 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
Critical success factors in managing modular production design: Six company case studies in Hong Kong, China, and SingaporeAntonio K W Lau
Volume 28, Issue 3, July 2011, Pages 168-183
Many researchers have explored the advantages of modular product design, its design methods and its effects on product performance. Modular design is, for example, required for product platform, mass customization and postponement in order to achieve greater product variety and differentiation. However, a few empirical studies explicitly examine how to coordinate modular product design in a managerial way. This paper addresses it by conducting multiple case studies with six companies which have successfully adopted modular product design for five years. Seven critical factors are explored in the management of modular product design. These are pre-defined product advantage, selectively used design rules, module definition, system integration, technological newness, internal communication, and supplier and customer involvement. While most of the literature studies the technical dimension of modular design within a firm, this study focuses on the managerial side across the supply chain. It gives new insights on how to manage modular product design and proposes future research opportunities. © 2011 Elsevier B.V.
Connecting external knowledge usage and firm performance: An empirical analysisHari Bapuji | David Loree | Mary Crossan
Volume 28, Issue 4, October 2011, Pages 215-231
Prior research suggests that firms create breakthrough innovations by using external knowledge, but it also underscores the difficulties firms face in acquiring and applying external knowledge. In this paper, we combine these insights to examine the conditions under which external knowledge usage will either enhance or erode firm performance. In particular, we argue that high external knowledge usage has a negative effect on performance when firms enter multiple new product markets, but a positive effect on performance when firms using external knowledge have higher absorptive capacity. We find general support for our hypotheses, which we test using patent citation data from the global integrated circuit manufacturing industry. Our findings have important implications for managers of firms making strategic decisions about their firms' product portfolios and the degree to which they use external knowledge. © 2011 Elsevier B.V.
Small firms in multipartner R&D alliances: Gaining benefits by acquiescingSara Thorgren | Joakim Wincent | Håkan Boter
Volume 29, Issue 4, October 2012, Pages 453-467
This study highlights how smaller firms gain advantages through exchange strategies in alliances. Based on a sample of 141 firms involved in multipartner alliances governed by cooperative exchange norms, our findings support the hypothesis that smaller firms are more likely than larger firms to comply with cooperative exchange norms. This finding is especially valid for firms in manufacturing industries and can positively influence new product development. This study is a starting point for additional research investigating how, when, and why firms can benefit from engaging in multipartner alliances, even if they are a relatively small player. © 2012 Elsevier B.V.
Integration capabilities as mediator of product development practices-performanceWilliam H A Johnson | Roberto Filippini
Volume 30, Issue 1, January 2013, Pages 95-111
The use of integration practices, both internal (where various functions work together) and external (links with customers and suppliers during development), are espoused in the new product development (NPD) literature. However, empirical findings in the literature suggest adoption of integration practices does not necessarily lead to positive performance. We introduce the concept of integration capabilities to explain the relationship between use of integration practices and NPD performance. We tested a mediation model using data from 141 Japanese and American firms and found that effects of both types of integration on time and product performance were mediated by the integration capabilities developed. We also found differential effects of the type of integration. The findings demonstrate that developing superior integration capabilities are needed for companies to meet and exceed product development expectations in terms of both product and time performance. Simply, a company may utilize integration practices but if it does not utilize them in such a way as to generate real capabilities, the use of integration practices may not lead to positive performance effects. © 2012 Published by Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
Investigating the use of information technology in managing innovation: A case study from a university technology transfer officeGiselle Rampersad | Carolin Plewa | Indrit Troshani
Volume 29, Issue 1, January 2012, Pages 3-21
This study investigates the use of information technology to manage innovation. It is based on a case study on the adoption of an innovation application, which provides an interface between R&D, marketing and administration functions of innovation development. Drawing on qualitative evidence including a focus group and 16 in-depth interviews, this study contributes by integrating technology acceptance constructs to innovation process performance and marketing literature, as well as by investigating technology acceptance in an innovation context. Implications are discussed for organizations engaged with R&D or innovation process management and suggestions for research directions are offered. © 2011 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
Testing an organizational innovativeness integrative model across culturesAviv Shoham | Eran Vigoda-Gadot | Ayalla Ruvio | Nitza Schwabsky
Volume 29, Issue 2, April 2012, Pages 226-240
Most previous within-discipline research on innovativeness as an organizational trait does not account for cross-disciplinary perspectives, leading to incomplete findings. This paper develops an integrative model of organizational innovativeness, based on research in several disciplines to identify antecedents to, characteristics of, and outcomes of organizational innovativeness. Cross-sectional, questionnaire-based data from Israeli, Lithuanian, and Slovakian public organizations were used to test the model. Market and learning orientation enhanced organizational innovativeness, whereas internal politics and centralization reduced it. Organizational innovativeness enhanced two individual-level outcomes (satisfaction and commitment), as well as innovation performance, which, in turn, improved overall organizational performance. © 2012 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.


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I went to my first OB appointment on Monday where they did an ultrasound since I lost a baby at 14 weeks in April. The sac measured 4 weeks 2 days. The sac looked normal, but there was fluid surrounding the sac (blood). The ultrasound tech asked me if had had any bleeding. I said no. She got the doctor and she said that I need to come back in two weeks for another ultrasound to see if I would absorb the blood and go on to carry a healthy baby, but she wouldn't be surprised if I started bleeding before then. Meaning I would be having a miscarriage. I tried not to get too excited when I found out I was pg, but I am so heartbroken. I know I should think positively and hope that on the 10th we see a heartbeat, but I don't have a good feeling about this...I just feel like I am waiting to start bleeding and cramping. I just wish I knew something for sure. I am not sure what the odds are for having a healthy pregnancy after seeing the gestational sac surrounded by fluid. I guess I just need to pray and wait. Prepare myself for the worst, but hope for the best!
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|Burnham Road
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Burnham Road is a street in the settlement of Epworth governed by Epworth Civil Parish council which is within the electoral area of Axholme Central Ward in the administration area of North Lincolnshire Council located in the Yorkshire and the Humber Euro Region of the UK.
Burnham Road is located 142.93 miles North from the centre of London, 12.89 miles East from the centre of Doncaster, 23.41 miles North West from the centre of Lincoln and 28.18 miles East from the centre of Sheffield.
Burnham Road is approximately 2.75 miles from the coastal tidal high water mark) and is 12 metres above sea level
Postcodes for Burnham Road
|The Central point of Burnham Road is approximately 12 Metres above sea level
Hotel information updated 09/10/2016
|Neuhaus - epworth
|Neuhaus offers pet-friendly accommodation in Epworth, 46 km from Sheffield. The unit is 37 km from Lincoln. There is a dining area and a kitchen. There is a private bathroom with a bath or shower.
|, DN9 1BZ, Epworth
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|Wesley Guest House - epworth
|Star Rating:
|4 Stars
|Renovated to a very high standard in 2003, this charming 4-star guest house offers superb bed and breakfast accommodation, free Wi-Fi and free on-site private parking.
|16 Queen Street, DN9 1HG, Epworth
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|Red Lion Coaching Inn - epworth
|Star Rating:
|2 Stars
|Set in Epworth, 46 km from Sheffield, Red Lion Coaching Inn features free WiFi access and free private parking. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant.
|Market Place, DN9 1EU, Epworth
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|The Reindeer Inn - sandtoft
|The Reindeer Inn is set in the hamlet of Sandtoft, and close to lovely countryside. This family-run hotel features a garden, restaurant and a bar.
|Thorne Road,, DN8 5SZ, Doncaster
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|The Stables at Owlett Hall - crowle
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|4 Stars
|Situated in Crowle, The Stables at Owlett Hall offers self-catering accommodation with free WiFi. It provides free private parking. There is a seating area and a kitchen complete with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave.
|2 Church Lan2, DN17 4LQ, Crowle
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Local Council Details
|Within the area of North Lincolnshire
|Visit the Council's Website
|Civic Centre
Ashby Road
North Lincolnshire
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|Telephone Number: 01724 296 296
|Within the electoral area of Axholme Central Ward -
|Within the Westminster Parliamentary Constituency of Brigg and Goole
|The Member of Parliament is Percy, Andrew
|Within the area of Epworth Civil Parish Council
Water and Drainage Details
|Severn Trent Water
|Visit Severn Trent Water's Website
Recent House Sales in Burnham Road
|Aldwark Lodge Burnham Road
|Sale Price: £300,000
|Sale Date: 26/09/2014
|1 Burnham Road
|Sale Price: £97,000
|Sale Date: 17/08/2012
|Source: Land Registry Price Paid Data accessed via API
Population Statistics
|ONS Area Code: E01013241
|Ons Area Name:North Lincolnshire 020A
|Average Age : 49.14
|Population: 1520.00
|Male Population: 724.00 (47.63%)
|Female Population: 796.00 (52.37%)
|Number Claiming Benefits: 7 (0.46%)
|Source: Office of National Statistics 2011 Census Data
Neighbourhood Policing
|Police Force:
|Find a Local Neighbourhood Watch Scheme
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|Policing Links:
|Victim Support
Recent Crime in the Area
|Source: data.police.uk accessed via API
Map of Crimes Committed Near Burnham Road
Random Street
Williams Close
Location Details
Burnham Road
|OS Reference: 478077, 403416
OS Grid Reference: SE781034
|Latitude and Longitude: 53.521359046494, -0.82221544959269
|Approximate distance to the Coast: 2.75 miles
Ordnance Survey Landranger Map Series for Burnham Road
|Map Number: 112
|Map Name: Scunthorpe
|North Lincolnshire
|East Midlands
Nearest Railway Stations
|Crowle Rail Station is 7.59 Kilometers away (4.72 miles)
|Althorpe Rail Station is 9.30 Kilometers away (5.78 miles)
|Thorne South Rail Station is 12.58 Kilometers away (7.82 miles)
|Scunthorpe Rail Station is 13.52 Kilometers away (8.4 miles)
Nearest Airports
|Robin Hood Doncaster Sheffield Airport is 13.21 Kilometers away
|Humberside Airport is 32.22 Kilometers away
|Leeds Bradford International Airport is 67.39 Kilometers away
|East Midlands Airport is 84.37 Kilometers away
Nearest Ferries
|Hull Ferry Terminal is 43.98 Kilometers away
Nearest Motorway or Major Trunk Road
|Burnham Road is approximately 2.73 miles from the M180
Nearest Motorway Junctions
|Junction: M180 J2/A161 - 5.33 Km Away
|Junction: M180 J3/M181 - 8.43 Km Away
|Junction: M180 J1/A18/A614 - 11.94 Km Away
Health Clinics
|South Axholme Practice
|South Axholme Practice, High Street, Epworth, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN91EP
|Distance: 0.47 Kilometers
|Telephone: 01427 871380
|Mathew J
|Shelley House, King Edward Street, Belton, Doncaster, South Humberside, DN91QN
|Distance: 3.89 Kilometers
|Telephone: 01427 872757
|Trent View Medical Practice
|Trent View Medical Pract, 45 Trent View, Keadby, Scunthorpe, South Humberside, DN173DR
|Distance: 9.18 Kilometers
|Telephone: 01724 788000
|The Misterton Group Pract
|The Misterton Group Pract, Marsh Lane, Misterton, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN104DL
|Distance: 9.29 Kilometers
|Telephone: 01427 890206
Nearest Libraries
Epworth Library
|Chapel Street, Doncaster, DN91HQ
|Distance: 0.21 Miles
|Visit Website
Haxey Library
|The Memorial Hall, Doncaster, DN92HH
|Distance: 2.34 Miles
|Visit Website
Misterton Library
|Wharf Road, Bassetlaw, DN104EE
|Distance: 5.60 Miles
|Visit Website
Nearest Tourist Attractions
Historic House
|Attraction Name: Epworth Old Rectory
|Distance: 1.35 (km)
Nature Reserve
|Attraction Name: Haxey Reserve
|Distance: 1.36 (km)
Nature Reserve
|Attraction Name: Belton
|Distance: 2.47 (km)
|Attraction Name: Owston Ferry The Old Smithy and Heritage Centre
|Distance: 4.21 (km)
Nearest Schools
South Axholme Academy
|Distance: 0.19 Kilometers
|Type: Secondary
|Address: Burnham Road, Epworth, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN9 1BY
|Telephone: (01427) 872121
Epworth Primary School
|Distance: 0.55 Kilometers
|Type: Primary
|Address: Birchfield Road, Epworth, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN9 1DL
|Telephone: (01427) 872345
Haxey CofE Primary School
|Distance: 3.43 Kilometers
|Type: Primary
|Address: The Nooking, Haxey, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN9 2JQ
|Telephone: (01427) 752294
Belton All Saints CofE Primary School
|Distance: 3.68 Kilometers
|Type: Primary
|Address: High Street, Belton, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN9 1LR
|Telephone: (01427) 872391
Broadband Speed (megabits per second)
|Speed: Less than 2 Mbps
|Average Speed: 6.8
|Median Speed: 7.4
|Maximum Speed: 8.1
|Next-generation access (NGA)?: N
|Number of Connections: 17