Epinions Recent Reviews for smca

Surge vs UPS

Sat, 26 May 2001 10:23:17 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author smca - Buying a surge protector is second nature, but deciding to plunk down the cost of a UPS (Uninterruptible Power System) takes a second thought. Here are some elements to consider and a few things that are important to know about both.

It is...

Ciboney for romance and relaxation!

Wed, 6 Sep 2000 14:46:14 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author smca - Ciboney resort is simply outstanding! (And if you pay attention you can even get free upgrades in your accomodations!)

No place I have ever been has the helpful, courteous, wonderful and attentive staff that I experienced at Ciboney. The food...

A Useful Paradigm, but lacks strong analysis

Thu, 30 Mar 2000 14:38:45 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author smca - We've all heard of viral marketing on the web. Gladwell does a reasonable job of presenting a framework of how a trend / disease / advertising campaign / etc can breach the 'tipping point' breaking out and spreading rapidly. While there is no reason to...

They Might Be Giants: Buy FLOOD and LINCOLN...the rest are a bit more 'out there'

Fri, 19 Nov 1999 14:45:48 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author smca - FLOOD and LINCOLN are IMHO the best of They Might Be Giants. Clever and intriguing music -- who else writes songs about nightlights (Birdhouse in your soul)?

I was first introduced the They Might Be Giants by my son (who at the time was about...

Archived Autos & Motorsports Reviews: Sweet machine -- From a Loyal Rider

Fri, 19 Nov 1999 13:27:48 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author smca - BMW's motorcycles are easily in the same class with their cars -- top notch. It says a lot that there is a nodding mutual respect between Harley riders and BMW riders -- and for many Harley riders I've spoken with they've indicated that a Beemer is...

Fascinating theory, but be wary of conclusions

Tue, 16 Nov 1999 15:18:07 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author smca - Fundamentally, the Fourth Turning argues four generational types drive similar political and social cycles to occur about every 80 to 100 years. They warn of a 'crisis' foretold by these cycles around 2010-2020.

This book is the follow up to...

Tips to Enhance Your Trip to Bermuda

Thu, 11 Nov 1999 20:30:24 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author smca - I've been to Bermuda several times, and love it more each time...BUT you need to know a few tips to really enjoy Bermuda!

First, you CAN go there on the cheap! (Skip down if you are not going on the cheap)

Usually the most expensive part...

Most Intelligent Coffee Maker Going

Thu, 11 Nov 1999 13:10:41 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author smca - I've had the B&D thermal carafe coffee maker for years...and swear by it. Why? Intelligence and simplicity and great coffee. No warming element to scorch the coffee and suck up unneeded electricity.

How is this coffee maker different /...

One of the most quoted sources in e-business today

Wed, 10 Nov 1999 14:50:48 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author smca - If only every magazine could achieve the intelligence, depth and coverage of Business 2.0. This magazine is a tremendous resource to anyone in any aspect of e-business.

Cutting edge business models ... the straight facts on acquisitions and...

Premium Prices for Inferior Service

Wed, 10 Nov 1999 12:02:47 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author smca - As a consultant I travel a lot . . . even if clients are paying I try to avoid Delta (though living in the South that is not always possible).

Let's put air travel in perspective first. The air travel system is designed around a huge...

Unqualified Recommendation -- Great Music, Great Singers, funny musical

Tue, 9 Nov 1999 17:53:00 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author smca - Faust is Randy Newman's somewhat twisted version of the classic tale in a musical.The cast on this CD is All Star and superb.

Faust is the story of a bet between God and the devil. But in Newman's version God's a little arrogant and not...

One of the most influential and important books on strategy in the 90's

Tue, 9 Nov 1999 14:48:24 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author smca - Competing for the Future has garnered well deserved praise from virtually everyone. It is arguably one of the best strategy books of the 1990's.

What separates this book from others?

Competing for the Future examines the dynamics of...

Franklin Rex 3: Great Substitute for a Daytimer

Tue, 9 Nov 1999 13:27:49 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author smca - The Rex-3 is a great substitute for those ring-bound daytimers. I've used it for 3 years and given them as business gifts.

I'm an independent consultant and live and die on my notebook computer. The ability to pop the Rex-3 into the PCMCIA...

An Easy Read with Some Good Insights

Tue, 9 Nov 1999 12:56:48 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author smca - Ross Perot says this is his favorite book, but don't let that steer you away from it. It's light reading with some good insights.

The fact is, as the author acknowledges, that neither Attila nor any of his Huns ever wrote anything that...

Required Reading for all Business Executives

Tue, 9 Nov 1999 12:13:47 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author smca - Competitive Advantage is Porter's follow up book to Competitive Strategy. A professor at Harvard's graduate school of business, Porter is always thoughtful, insightful, often groundbreaking and always fascinating.

Why is this book required...