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This study aims to analyze the influence of price, service quality, and product quality on consumer satisfaction at Herbal Medicine MSMEs in Pare, Kediri. The research uses a quantitative associative approach to explain the causal relationship between variables. Data were collected through a questionnaire distributed to 133 respondents selected using accidental sampling. The instrument was tested for validity and reliability, followed by classical assumption tests to ensure data normality, linearity, and consistency. Data analysis employed multiple linear regression using SPSS version 25, with t-test and F-test used to examine partial and simultaneous effects, and the coefficient of determination (R²) to measure model strength. The results indicate that price, service quality, and product quality significantly influence consumer satisfaction, both partially and simultaneously. Service quality and product quality have a positive and dominant impact, while price shows a negative relationship, indicating that consumers remain sensitive to pricing changes. The model explains 76.4% of the variation in consumer satisfaction, confirming that maintaining service excellence and consistent product quality are key to improving satisfaction and loyalty among herbal medicine consumers.

This study aims to analyze the superiority of Pegadaian products in competition between Branch Service Units (UPC) using the Competitive Profile Matrix (CPM) technique at UPC Karanglewas and UPC Alun-Alun Purwokerto. The approach used is descriptive qualitative through case studies, with data collection through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation. CPM analysis is carried out by identifying key success factors such as service quality, product variety, price, promotion, ease of access, company reputation, and digital product innovation. The results of the study show that UPC Karanglewas has a stronger competitive position with a CPM score of 3.65 compared to UPC Alun-Alun Purwokerto which obtained a score of 3.25. The main advantages of UPC Karanglewas lie in a more complete product variety, ease of access, and digital innovation, while UPC Alun-Alun Purwokerto excels in promotion. This study recommends that each UPC strengthen product differentiation, increase digital service innovation, and optimize promotional strategies to strengthen competitiveness in the national pawn.  

This research investigates the impact of brand awareness and online customer reviews on purchase intention regarding Adidas products on the Shopee platform in Indonesia. The research background is founded on the growth of e-commerce and the intense competition present in Indonesia’s fashion industry. A quantitative method employing a survey approach was utilized, engaging 150 Shopee users who are familiar with Adidas products. Data analysis encompassed descriptive tests, classical assumption tests, multiple linear regression, hypothesis testing, and the coefficient of determination, all performed using SPSS version 27. The results demonstrate that brand awareness and online customer reviews have a positive and significant effect on consumer purchase intention, both individually and collectively. These findings imply that greater brand awareness and the quality of reviews are associated with an increase in purchase intention for Adidas products on Shopee. This research offers insights for Adidas Indonesia regarding the significance of enhancing brand awareness and fostering authentic reviews through exclusive promotions, review incentives, and the use of the “Verified Purchase” feature. Future research should be encouraged to integrate additional variables such as price and product quality for a more comprehensive analysis

Entrepreneurship plays a crucial role in economic growth, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). One of the main factors for entrepreneurial success is the effective implementation of the marketing mix. This paper discusses the concept of the marketing mix in entrepreneurship by highlighting the 4P elements (Product, Price, Place, Promotion) which have evolved into 7P with the addition of People, Process, and Physical Evidence. The discussion includes the implementation of the marketing mix, strategies for facing business challenges, and its impact on competitiveness and business growth. This study highlights how entrepreneurs can optimize marketing elements through product innovation, value-based pricing strategies, the use of digitalization in distribution, as well as social media-based promotion and marketing technology. Additionally, this paper reviews various challenges in the implementation of the marketing mix, such as limited capital, intense competition, and changes in consumer behavior, as well as adaptation strategies through guerrilla marketing, strategic partnerships, and data-driven approaches. The findings in this study indicate that the application of a flexible and innovative marketing mix can enhance business competitiveness and sustainability. By understanding the relationship between the marketing mix and entrepreneurship, entrepreneurs can develop more effective marketing strategies to face the ever-evolving market dynamics.

This research aims to explore how price and product quality influence purchasing decisions for Y.O.U cosmetics at Panda Lovely Jombang. Given the rapid growth of Indonesia's cosmetics market, Y.O.U has emerged as a local brand offering quality products at competitive prices. Panda Lovely, with its numerous branches across Java Island, is one of Y.O.U’s primary distributors. The study adopts a quantitative approach using associative methods, with data collected through questionnaires from 100 Panda Lovely Jombang customers. Multiple linear regression analysis was employed to examine the relationship between independent variables (price and product quality) and the dependent variable (purchase decisions). The findings reveal that both price and product quality, individually and combined, significantly impact purchasing decisions. Key factors influencing consumer choices include affordability, the alignment of quality with expected benefits, and product durability. This research offers valuable insights for both Panda Lovely managers and Y.O.U producers to refine marketing strategies that cater to consumer needs and preferences.

This research aims to analyze buyer behavior towards skincare products, with a focus on factors that influence purchasing decisions, product preferences, the influence of social media, and promotional strategies. This study uses a quantitative approach with survey methods to collect data from respondents regarding habits, preferences and external influences in purchasing skin care products. Data analysis techniques are carried out descriptively to identify trends and patterns of consumer behavior. The research results show that product quality is the main factor in decisions (91.3%), followed by needs and price. TikTok emerged as the top platform for seeking information (77.9%), while influencer reviews had a significant influence with 91.3% of respondents considering them before purchasing a product. The majority of consumers prefer local products (60.6%) compared to imports. Additionally, promotional strategies such as discounts and cashback proved effective in attracting attention, with 93.3% of respondents expressing interest in the offer. This research concludes that skincare buyer behavior is influenced by a combination of rational and emotional factors, which are strengthened by the influence of social media and promotions. These findings provide insight for producers in designing marketing strategies that are more effective and in line with consumer needs.

The development of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) has a strategic role in improving community welfare, especially in rural areas. This research aims to analyze the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) faced by coconut processing MSMEs in Gesikharjo Village, Palang District. Data was collected through in-depth interviews with MSME actors, field observations, and document analysis. The research results show that the main strengths of these MSMEs are the availability of local raw materials and community support. However, weaknesses such as technological and management limitations are still challenges. Opportunities such as increasing demand for processed coconut products in local and national markets provide bright prospects, although threats such as price competition and global market fluctuations still need to be watched out for. Research recommendations include strengthening the managerial capacity of MSME players, product innovation, and collaboration with the government and private sector to create a sustainable business ecosystem.

According to the Central Statistics Agency for 2019-2021, the harvested area and area of ​​corn plants according to districts/cities, corn production comes from five districts, namely Bualemo district, Gorontalo district, Pohuwato district, Bone Bolango district, North Gorontalo district and Gorontalo city with a total of 377 432.00 ha in 2019, 304 945.00 ha in 2020, and 334 945.00 ha in 2021. By the end of 2022 it is predicted that 340,500 hectares or 27.38 percent of the entire Gorontalo land area will be planted with hybrid corn with a total harvest estimated at 1.61 million tons. This research uses qualitative methods, with primary data sources and secondary data. Corn productivity affects the net income of corn farmers apart from the selling price, where low productivity causes minimal harvest results, so the farmer's income is also low. Apart from that, fluctuations in corn prices are also an obstacle in increasing net income, when corn prices are high farmers get bigger profits. However, when the price of corn falls, farmers' income will also decrease. To increase the competitiveness of corn commodities in Gorontalo Province, it is necessary to invest in improving agricultural technology, opening wider market access, and providing greater government policy support. In this way, corn commodities in Gorontalo Province can become more competitive in both local and international markets.

This research aims to analyze the influence of word of mouth, price and product quality on product purchasing decisions at Abadi Digital Printing, Kediri City. This type of research is quantitative research. The sampling technique in this research was using the Accidental Sampling method. This research uses analytical techniques of validity test, reliability test, correlation coefficient test (R), multiple linear regression test, T test, and F test. The results of the research show that there is an influence of word of mouth, price, and product quality on product purchasing decisions in eternal digital printing in the city of Kediri.

Although Indonesia occupies the third position as a food-producing country in the world, almost every year it faces repeated problems with production, especially rice food production. As a result, Indonesia has to import rice from other food-producing countries. The purpose of this study is to find out what factors affect rice imports in Indonesia. The method used in this study was multiple linear regression analysis. This study concludes that there is simultaneously a significant influence between Rice Production, Rice Price, Population, and Exchange Rate on Rice Imports in Indonesia. Meanwhile, partially Rice Production and Exchange Rate have an insignificant influence, Rice Price and the Population have a significant influence on Rice Imports in Indonesia.

There are factors such as price, location and service quality which greatly influence purchasing decisions. If these factors influence purchasing decisions, consumers tend to make repeat purchases. The aim of this research is to explain the partial and simultaneous influence of price, location and service quality on purchasing decisions for agricultural products at Mitra Tani Shop Ds.Gelang, Madiun Regency. This research uses quantitative methods with a population of 8,184 consumers using the Accidental Sampling technique. The calculation results from the Slovin formula obtained a sample of 99 respondents. Data processing uses the SPSS program. The results of this research show that the variables Price, Location and Service Quality have a significant simultaneous effect on purchasing decisions for agricultural products at Mitra Tani Shop Ds.Gelang, Madiun Regency.

A marketing strategy consisting of product, price, promotion and distribution is a strategy that can increase company revenue and attract consumer buying interest. The aim of this research is to explain the marketing strategy of CV Indo Jaya Bersatu and its implications in increasing company profits and attracting consumer buying interest. This research is research conducted using qualitative research methods with a qualitative descriptive approach. The main data sources in this research are CV Indo Jaya Bersatu employees and CV Indo Jaya Bersatu consumers. The results of this research indicate that the 4P marketing strategy implemented by CV Indo Jayaable to increase the company's profit by increasingThe company's revenue, which was originally at IDR 5,101,243,500.00 with net income of IDR 3,197,670,700.00 in 2017, increased to IDR 7,740,548,500.00 with net income reaching IDR 6,712,445,600.00 in 2022. Growing interest among CV Indo Jaya Bersatu consumers, there is a transactional interest, namely CV Indo Jaya Bersatu consumers tend to like making transactions with CV Indo Jaya Bersatu because of the good quality and service.

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of gold price fluctuations, promotions, and manual gold investment risks on public interest in gold savings products at PT Pegadaian UPC Purwosari (Study on Communities in Purwosari District). This type of research is a quantitative research. The population in this study is the community in Purwosari District. The sample in this study amounted to 400 respondents and the sampling technique used purposive sampling with several criteria for respondents who lived in Purwosari District, were not yet customers and did not have a gold savings product at PT Pegadaian UPC Purwosari, and were over 17 years old. Source of data in this study is sourced from primary data. Data collection techniques used by distributing questionnaires. The analytical tool used is multiple linear regression analysis. The results of this study indicate that fluctuations in the price of gold have a positive but not significant effect on people's interest in gold savings products, promotions have a positive but not significant effect on people's interest in gold savings products, and investment risk has a positive and significant effect on people's interest in gold savings products. Fluctuations in gold prices, promotions, and investment risks affect people's interest in gold savings products.

This research was carried out based on data saying that Elzatta in the period from year to year experienced an increase in percentage as the brand with the best quality, it's just that in 2019 it experienced a slight decrease in numbers, this might have been due to the Covid-19 pandemic that hit the Indonesian nation at that time and of course slightly affected the brand process at Elzatta. Thus, based on the results of the initial observations and analysis above, which found a uniqueness in Elzatta using a sharia marketing strategy for their products, the researcher was compelled to describe this phenomenon, namely related to the Islamic marketing strategy implemented by the Elzatta store so that it continues to exist in the face of real world business competition This research uses a type of qualitative research by using data collection methods in the form of observations, interviews, and documentation. The technique of analyzing the data is by filtering the data, presenting the data, and cross-checking the data. While testing the validity of the data is done using triangulation techniques. The results of this study found that: 1. Elzatta's product sharia marketing strategy was carried out with three main strategies, namely: (1) Market segmentation; (2) Targeting and Positioning; and (3) combination strategy which includes: strategy in maintaining the product; price range strategy; strategy in choosing a point of sale; strategy in the field of product promotion; strategy in HR management; strategy in the easy shopping process; strategy in the marketing process through social media. 2. Supporting factors for the sharia marketing strategy for Elzatta products are due to several factors, namely: Maintaining service quality; Understanding customer needs and company needs through SWOT analysis; Neat employee appearance; Responsiveness in helping customers online/offline; Providing supplies/training to employees/SPG; Sensitivity to the development of global business competition. 3. The inhibiting factors for Elzatta's sharia marketing strategy are internal and external factors. Internal reasons, including: capital, promotion constraints in the field. Meanwhile, these external factors include: price competition and the promotion strategy of Elzatta Jambi's competitors.

The purpose of this study wasto identify and analyze the role of product image to inform product quality and purchasing decisions for aqua 600ml mineral water in Sukabumi District. The survey wan conducted amon 97 respondents using purposive sampling technique based on the following criteria:1) consumers who purchased at least on aqua 600ml product and 2) product choice. Customers must be at least 17 years old andold enough tocompletethe survey. The questionnaire was tested with validity, realibilty andclassical acceptance tests.the analitysis method used in this research is descritivemethod and validation through quantitative method. Data analysis techniques were carriedout by path analysis and sobeltest using SPSS for windows.thus, product quality has a positive and significant effect on brand image, price has a positive and significant effet on brand image, product quality has no and insignificant effect on purchasing decisions and price has a positive effect and significant on purchasing decisions. Brand image affects product quality on purchasing decisions. Brand image can influence price in purchasing decisions.    

To be able to attract customers companies apply different approaches but when viewed from the factors that influence consumer buying decisions on a product both goods and services the consumer behavior approach system is shown in searching, buying, using, evaluating, and spending products and services that they expect to satisfy their needs, Kanuk & Schiffman (2010). This study aims to determine and analyze the factors that influence customer interest in using logistics services at PT Monang Sianipar Abadi Kargo Semarang. To achieve this goal descriptive research was conducted using the methods of observation, in-depth interviews, literature study, documentation, and questionnaires. The results showed that sales promotion, building relationships with the community, direct marketing, price affordability, price competitiveness, price compatibility with service quality, service in accordance with customer requests, speed of document service and the ease with which customers can obtain information and respond to customer complaints will give a positive impression of each customer has a positive and significant effect on attracting customers to use logistics services at PT. Monang Sianipar Abadi Kargo Semarang.

Public demand for motorcycles is always increasing. The motorcycle manufacturers compete with each other to offer their products. Yamaha is one of the largest and most excellent automotive companies, especially in Indonesia. In the current uncertain economic situation due to the Covid-19 pandemic crisis, this has resulted in sluggishness in motorcycle sales. So that before marketing their products, companies need to pay attention to consumer behavior first. Because consumer behavior will be the target for purchasing products to be marketed. The purpose of the study was to analyze consumer behavior in deciding to purchase a Yamaha motorcycle at CV Tjahaja Baru Lubuk Buaya Padang. This study uses qualitative methods and belongs to field research with semi-structured interviews and documentation as data collection techniques. The findings from this study are that prospective motorcycle consumers in buying a motorcycle take a lot of considerations to get the motorcycle they want, what are the advantages of a motorcycle, an affordable price, if purchased on credit with low interest and so on.