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The existence of micro, small and medium enterprises, especially in Bandar Lampung City, is not free from obstacles, one of which is related to bookkeeping or financial reporting. Mobile accounting-based applications are present as one of the technologies that are expected to overcome the problems faced by micro, small and medium enterprises. This study was conducted to determine the factors that influence the interest in implementing mobile-based accounting in micro, small and medium enterprises in Bandar Lampung City. The theory used in this study is UTAUT which consists of performance expectations, social influences and facilitating conditions. From the results of the study, it was obtained that performance expectations influenced the interest in implementing mobile accounting. Social influences did not affect the interest in implementing mobile accounting. Conditions that helped influence the interest in implementing mobile accounting.

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.

This study models the inflation rate in Sumatra using Generalized Linear Models (GLM) with Gamma and Negative Binomial distributions. The data includes inflation rates, Consumer Price Index (CPI), poverty rates, and employment sectors from the 2019 BPS report. The results show that the Gamma model performs better in predicting inflation compared to the Negative Binomial model, with a lower AIC value and smaller residual deviance. The CPI variable significantly influences inflation, while other variables are not significant.

This research aims to investigate how technological innovation influences economic transformation at the regional level, with a specific focus on the role of entrepreneurship in the economic development process. The methodology involves surveys conducted within local entrepreneurial sectors and the implementation of cutting-edge technology across various economic regions. The findings indicate that the adoption of technological innovations, combined with a strong entrepreneurial presence, has a positive impact on enhancing regional economic competitiveness, expanding employment opportunities, and significantly driving sustainable economic growth. This underscores the importance of collaboration between technological innovation and the role of entrepreneurship in designing effective strategies for local economic development.

Companies must recognise the culture of the country where the business is targeted. This is because culture is the main element that is very important and has been attached to the community as the intended consumer, so that it can influence his decision to buy a product or use a service that is not in accordance with his culture. This study aims to find out how the role of local community culture in global marketing. The research method used in this study is literature-based research, which is conducting a literature study by collecting data and previous research from various scientific journals, books and current news issues. This research shows that the culture of local people influences purchasing decisions and consumer behavior in the global market, so marketers need to set global marketing strategies.

Rachmadany Dea, 1961201032, Effects of Brand Trust, Fintech Convenience, and Risk on Purchase Decisions Using the Paylater Payment (Case Study in Gading Village Rt. 10 Rw. 07 Kota Surabaya). This study aims to determine the effect of brand trust, fintech convenience, and risk variables on purchasing decisions using paylater payment feature in a case study in Gading Village, Rt. 10, Rw. 07 City of Surabaya. The sample in this study is 62. The variables of this study are brand trust, convenience, and risk. The model in this study uses multiple linear analysis, namely the classical assumption test and hypothesis testing which consists of the T test and the coefficient of determination. The results of this study indicate that: 1) Brand trust partially influences purchasing decisions. 2) Ease partially has no effect on purchasing decisions. 3) Partial risk has no effect on purchasing decisions.

The purpose of this research is to determine the determinants of choice variables for MSME companies in Cimahi when it comes to using e-commerce. In this study, the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) is used as a theoretical framework to construct research hypotheses. The earliest stages of the research began with the collection of primary data in the form of questionnaire responses from Cimahi chips SMEs, with a total of 148 respondents filling out the questionnaire. The acquired data will next be processed using various linear regression methods. According to the findings of the study, Cimahi chip SMEs have a favorable attitude toward e-commerce adoption. They also include the influence of social norms as a factor to consider when adopting e-commerce. Perceived behavioral control influences e-commerce adoption as well. Based on the findings of the research, footwear MSMEs that have not used e-commerce should analyze the benefits of e-commerce for business, while MSMEs that have used e-commerce can assess the benefits and restrictions of utilizing e-commerce. The government can also help MSMEs adopt e-commerce by giving training, constructing suitable infrastructure, and establishing applicable legislation.

The company certainly has human resources as managers in organizing, managing and developing a strategic plan for the company's goals. In realizing these goals the most important thing is how the competence and performance of employees in the company. As an effort to improve employee performance, it must be supported by all components and the most important factor is increasing employee competence. The purpose of this theoretical review study is to find out how work competence influences the performance of employees in the company. The method used is a theoretical review by analyzing and comparing existing theories. The result of this theoretical review is that work competence greatly influences employee performance. The effect of competence on performance can be seen from the level of competence which has practical implications in human resource planning. It can be concluded that there is an influence of work competence on employee performance. The performance and effectiveness of employees in carrying out their duties is largely determined by competence. Companies are expected to always improve employee performance through training employees with their respective competency standards. This is because success in a company is influenced by the basic performance of employees obtained from the level of education, abilities and expertise possessed by these employees, so that they can contribute effectively and efficiently to the company.