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This study aims to examine the contribution of business ethics and the implementation of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) to the business sustainability of the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise (MSME) Depot Air Barokah in Medan City. Using a case study approach, the research explores how ethical practices in service, honesty in product quality, and social concern for the environment and surrounding community can build consumer trust and enhance business competitiveness. These ethical and social dimensions are seen as essential components in sustaining long-term business operations, especially in competitive markets. Data were collected through interviews, direct observations, and supporting documentation, and were analyzed using a descriptive qualitative method to provide a comprehensive understanding of the enterprise's practices. The results indicate that the application of ethical and socially responsible business practices has a positive impact on customer loyalty, brand image, and the operational sustainability of Depot Air Barokah. Therefore, MSMEs that consistently uphold business ethics and implement CSR not only achieve economic benefits but also foster harmonious relationships with consumers, stakeholders, and the broader community.

This research analyzes the effectiveness of Wismilak Diplomat's sponsorship of the 2024 Presidential Cup Sapi Sono and Karapan Sapi cultural events as a marketing strategy to increase brand awareness and brand image in Madura. Using qualitative methods with a case study approach, this research examines the impact of sponsorship on audience engagement and brand perception through branding elements, interactive activities and digital media. The research results show that culture-based sponsorship has a positive impact on brand awareness and image, especially through direct interaction with the audience and broad media exposure. However, there are challenges in optimizing digital media and the effectiveness of branding elements at event locations. Therefore, more adaptive and innovative sponsorship strategies are needed to increase the impact of culture-based marketing in the future.

The ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict has become one of the most complex issues in global geopolitics, with far-reaching impacts on world security, economy and stability. This research aims to analyze the root causes of conflict, resolution efforts that have been made, as well as the effectiveness of conflict management based on historical and academic approaches. This research uses a qualitative method with a literature study approach to explore information from various credible sources. The research results show that this conflict was triggered by the long history of relations between the two countries, especially since the collapse of the Soviet Union, followed by the annexation of Crimea in 2014 and military invasion in 2022. Even though various diplomatic efforts and economic sanctions have been implemented, tensions still continue due to the incompatibility of geopolitical interests between Russia and Western countries. This study highlights the need for a multilateral approach based on international mediation to create sustainable peace. It is hoped that this article can contribute to academic understanding regarding international conflicts and strategies for resolving them.

This paper discusses efforts to prevent plague disease in Indonesia through port fumigation. Using a descriptive qualitative method, the research revealed pest vectors on the MT. STRAITS DIGNITY ship and fumigation implementation challenges. It concluded that fumigation is the most effective method for pest control, with recommendations for ship crews to maintain cleanliness and Port Health Offices to conduct routine sanitation checks to minimize disease spread risks.

One topic that is often discussed in marketing management is service quality. Service quality is an indicator of the service provided by the service provider to the service recipient. Service quality is also an early indicator of customer satisfaction. The aim of this research is to find out what types of service sectors have been researched in the marketing sector, especially service quality in Serang City. This service quality research method uses qualitative methods originating from journals that have been previously researched with research questions including year of publication, field of service studied, dimensions of service quality used, and research methods. It is hoped that the results of this research can intensify research in Serang City, especially service quality related to marketing management. Considering the limited data available and the breadth of the service quality sector for the size of Serang City.

This research aims to analyze the operational risks faced by Rumah Makan Ondo Batak Grill, a famous culinary business on Jl. Weaving Factory No. 45, Sei Putih Tengah, Medan Petisah District, Medan City, North Sumatra. The qualitative method used in this research is data collection techniques by conducting direct observations and interviews with the owner of the Ondo Grill Batak Restaurant. The research results reveal that there are several significant operational risks, including hygiene and food safety risks, equipment damage risks, employee absenteeism risks, and customer number risks. To manage possible risks, Ondo Restaurant has implemented several strategies, such as regular employee training regarding food hygiene and safety, routine maintenance and inspection of cooking equipment, and development of an employee attendance management system. Apart from that, this restaurant is also diversifying its menu and promotions to attract more customers and maintain income stability. This research concludes that effective operational risk management is very important for the survival and success of Ondo Restaurant. The recommendations provided include improving the risk monitoring system and implementing risk management strategies on a regular basis.

Indigenous villages are villages that have a unique capacity and charm, both in terms of geography, environment, and social and cultural life in the community. The purpose of this research is to analyze the governance system in the health, economic, and environmental fields of Cireundeu Traditional Village, a Traditional Village located in South Cimahi District. Cireundeu Traditional Village was able to get through the Covid- 19 pandemic and even now Cireundeu Traditional Village is growing. There are various factors that influence the development of Cireundeu Traditional Village, there are tourism development concepts that have been applied such as management, destination development, marketing development, and the role of stakeholders that can continue to be improved to achieve maximum goals. In this research, descriptive qualitative method is used by observing in the field and conducting direct interviews with the management of Cireundeu Traditional Village. The results of this study show that Cireundeu Tourism Village can maximize the potential that exists in its territory and is able to maintain various aspects of life during the Covid-19 pandemic and is able to continue tourism activities through collaboration between stakeholders.

This research is intended to evaluate the marketing strategy implemented by the Mogobo Snack Tuban Micro Enterprise to increase their sales. Mogobo Snack is a micro business that produces fried meatball chips with a spicy taste as its characteristic. This research adopts qualitative methods using observation, interviews and documentation instruments. The findings from the research show that the Mogobo Snack Tuban Micro Enterprise implements a marketing strategy in the form of a marketing mix consisting of product, price, promotion and distribution elements. The strategy includes production of high-quality chips, pricing based on production costs, online and offline marketing, as well as promotion via social media and a door-to-door approach. The SWOT analysis shows several alternative strategies that Mogobo Snack can implement, such as increasing digital marketing, developing new products, collaborating with culinary influencers, and expanding into traditional markets. By implementing these strategies, Mogobo Snack can overcome the challenges of competition and changing consumer trends, thereby increasing sales volume and increasing its market share and profitability.

Recent developments in information and communication technology such as artificial intelligence (AI) provide new opportunities to increase the efficiency and accuracy of performance assessment. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the shift to a remote work model has created a need for technology solutions to unify and transmit the performance of employees working from multiple locations. The use of technology in performance management evaluations may raise concerns regarding data security and privacy, inconvenience or resistance to employees or stakeholders. Not all employees or managers have the same level of skill and understanding of the technology being implemented and it requires a high initial investment in maintenance and upgrades. This article provides an understanding of how technology can be applied in management performance evaluation and its benefits in increasing efficiency, objectivity and accuracy in employee assessment as well as providing recommendations for innovation and changes in the use of technology in management performance evaluation. The methodology used is a qualitative method by collecting data from various information sources. Some of the positive impacts of implementing technology in performance evaluation management are increased efficiency and productivity, real-time feedback, increased objectivity and fairness, more accurate and measurable performance monitoring. The technologies that can be used are Go Talent, Feedback and Recognition Systems, Analytics Technology, Application-Based Performance Evaluation Systems, Use of AI for Objective Evaluation and Chabots for Feedback.

This research aims to analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of using the BackOffice System (BOS) application in budget management at the Central Statistics Agency (BPS) of Palu City. The research method used is qualitative, with data collection through interviews, observation and documentation studies. The BOS application has been used at Palu City BPS since the beginning of 2023 to manage the budget. This research uses descriptive qualitative methods to analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of using the BackOffice System application in budget management at the Palu City Central Statistics Agency. Data was collected through observation, documentation, and direct interviews with key informants such as Budget User Officials, Commitment Making Officials, General Subdivisions, Treasurers, and BOS Operators. The Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) concept is used to explain the acceptance and use of technology. The research results show that the implementation of the BackOffice System (BOS) application at the Palu City Central Statistics Agency is effective in improving budget management to be more efficient. The BOS application makes access easier, makes financial management more transparent, and makes it easier to create assignment letters and complete payments. Even though there are still several shortcomings, the BOS application is considered successful in achieving its goals and has helped in budget management. Research shows that the implementation of the BackOffice System application at BPS Palu City has brought benefits in budget management, increasing the effectiveness of financial management efficiency. Nevertheless. There are still several technical obstacles that need to be overcome. The BOS application makes access easier, makes financial management more transparent, and makes it easier to create assignment letters and complete payments. Even though there are still shortcomings, the BOS application is considered successful in achieving its goals.

Taxpayers' perceptions regarding coercive taxes have a negative impact on taxpayers to reduce their tax burden by carrying out tax avoidance. But the fact is that this method is difficult to implement, making taxpayers prefer to commit tax evasion. It is believed that tax justice and the tax system can influence corporate and individual taxpayers to carry out illegal tax avoidance activities or tax evasion. This research was conducted to determine the influence of Tax Justice and the Tax System on Tax Evasion. This research was carried out using qualitative methods with literature studies and literature reviews, the results obtained were that tax justice and the tax system had a negative effect on tax evasion

The aim of entrepreneurship education is to develop attitudes, enthusiasm and the ability to create something of value for oneself and others. Creative, innovative, independent, leadership, good money management and never giving up are entrepreneurial attitudes that must be instilled in children from an early age. As followers of the Prophet Muhammad SAW we need to learn from his figure as an entrepreneur. Where in his journey as an entrepreneur, Rasulullah successfully proved that to start a business one does not have to have money first, there are other elements that are more important than that, namely that one must have the right entrepreneurial mentality. The purpose of this article is to analyze the importance of entrepreneurship education instilled from elementary school age in an Islamic perspective. This research uses a qualitative method with a literature-based approach. Qualitative research relies on the collection and analysis of non-numerical data (such as text, video, or audio) to understand concepts, opinions, or results. Entrepreneurship education taught at elementary school level is believed to be able to reduce children's consumption habits, train them to create something of value and give birth to the next generation to create jobs in the future.

This research aims to see the influence of the director's policy on a company contained in a literary work. The literary work used in this research is entitled Tuan Direktur by Hamka. The problem identified in this study is how the character's policy affects the performance of his company and the importance of coworkers. The descriptive qualitative method is used to describe and analyze the policies and strategies taken by the character Tuan Direktur in leading his company. Stakeholder theory becomes the theoretical basis to understand how the director's policies can affect various parties involved or interested in the company. The analysis was conducted by considering the perspectives and interests of various stakeholders, including employees, shareholders, customers, and the surrounding community. The results show that the director's policies in the novel include factors that make the policies appropriate or inappropriate. Each policy has a different impact on company performance and affects the interests of stakeholders differently. The implication of this study is the importance of the director's role in forming policies that consider the interests and perspectives of various stakeholders. By understanding the implications of directors' policies, organizations can improve corporate strategy and management to achieve better and sustainable performance.

Tax compliance is an attitude when taxpayers are able to fulfill their tax obligations with their own awareness. The change in the tax system which originally implemented an official assessment, changed to a self-assessment, is hoped that taxpayers will be more compliant in fulfilling their tax obligations, because taxpayer compliance and awareness greatly influences state revenues from the tax sector. The government also has another way to increase taxpayer compliance, namely by implementing tax amnesty. For taxpayers who take part in the Tax Amnesty program, they can receive forgiveness for the taxes they should pay as well as the elimination of administrative and criminal sanctions. Almost every country has an infrastructure development program to meet the welfare of the general public, including Indonesia and to run this program the main funds come from taxes. So taxes and values ​​have a very important and influential role in the country's development process and as financing for government expenditure for its implementation. This research aims: 1) to find out whether self-assessment has an effect on taxpayer compliance. 2) to find out whether the tax amnesty has an effect on taxpayer compliance. The writing in this article uses a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. So the research results show that self-assessment and tax amnesty have a positive effect on taxpayer compliance.    

This study uses qualitative methodology to analyze how marketing strategies and prices exist on Somethinc products. Literature review is also obtained to be able to process data. The results of this study show that Somethinc products are very racing on social media for how they promote the product and pricing strategies that are carried out in various ways to achieve the desired target.  The objectives in this study are: 1) To be able to find out the marketing strategy carried out by Somethinc products. 2) To be able to know how the pricing strategy set by Somethinc product.

Management of facilities and infrastructure is one of the factors affecting success in a company. One is to support the company's operational activities. The purpose of this study was to find out the management of infrastructure in one of the companies engaged in food and beverage. The research results show that the company has carried out management by doing the planning, procurement, maintenance, inventory, and removal of infrastructure. However, not all infrastructure is in an optimal state. This can be seen from the manual use of the machine and the leaky air conditioning due to the lack of regular maintenance. This study used qualitative methods using data collection techniques, namely observation, interviews, and prior literature, and using purposive sampling techniques.