In recent years, wind power industry has been flourishing and in China the focus has been gradually shifted from land-based to offshore wind farms. There are many advantages for offshore wind farms, such as abundant wind energy reserves, high utilization of the wind turbine capacity, not taking...

In this paper, the admissibility of linear estimators for the multivariate linear regression coefficient with respect to an inequality constraint under matrix balanced loss function is investigated. The sufficient and necessary conditions for admissible homogeneous and inhomogeneous linear...

Purpose – This study aims to propose a hotel life cycle model and applies this model to examine the development of international tourist hotels (ITHs) in Taipei. Design/methodology/approach – In this study, a two-stage approach is proposed to examine the life cycles of 20 ITHs in Taipei....

Purpose – The purpose of this study is to identify key factors that facilitate knowledge sharing in collectivistic cultures and further help better understand knowledge management in the international context. Design/methodology/approach – Using a survey method, this study collected data...

Purpose – This article aims to discuss the binary matrix of spatial association which is suggested by Moran, and proposes a new method of the definition of the w matrix to obtain a new space‐time correlation coefficient considering the correlation of both time and space....

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to study the effect of firm-specific capabilities on performance in regional polarization. Design/methodology/approach – The study develops and tests a theoretical model relating regional economic characteristics and firm-specific capabilities to...

As a crucial element of city planning, an adequately planned logistics center for agricultural products can improve the circulation efficiency of agricultural products, thereby contributing to a convenient lifestyle of urban residents. First, this study analyzed the functional zones of urban...