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This study examines the impact of the Central Bank of Nigeria's monetary policies on the Nigerian economy, specifically how these policies can be applied to foster economic growth. The research employs multiple regression models as the primary statistical method to analyze the relationship between key variables: money supply, average price levels, interest rates, labor force, and their effects on the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Using data from 1981 to 2008, the study applies the Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) method to assess these effects comprehensively. The findings indicate that monetary policy, as reflected by money supply, positively influences GDP growth and improves the balance of payments, while also having a negative impact on inflation rates. The study suggests that the Nigerian money market should introduce a broader range of financial instruments to cater to the growing economy’s needs. Additionally, the recommendations emphasize the importance of designing monetary policies that create a favorable investment climate by adjusting interest rates, currency rates, and liquidity management mechanisms. By fostering a well-regulated and flexible monetary system, the Central Bank can further enhance the economic stability and growth of Nigeria, supporting sustainable development in the long term.

The apparel industry in Chengdu is transforming significantly due to integrating artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. This evolution aims to enhance consumer satisfaction by providing personalized shopping experiences, improving inventory management, and streamlining the supply chain. AI-driven algorithms analyze consumer behavior and preferences, allowing retailers to create tailored recommendations that align with individual tastes. Additionally, AI tools enable efficient inventory management by predicting trends and consumer demand, which helps reduce instances of overstock and stockouts. This optimization improves operational efficiency and ensures customers can find their desired products when visiting stores or online. This study was conducted through an online questionnaire distributed to 376 Chengdu participants to measure their attitudes toward AI improvement in the apparel industry. The findings underscore that innovative technology, perceived information quality, and perceived customization correlate with consumer satisfaction in AI experience improvement.    

Digital procurement has significantly transformed business operations, impacting production, supply chain management, and customer interactions. At PT XYZ, routine commodity procurement utilizes an e-catalogue system, a form of e-procurement based on a catalog concept. This study examines the implementation stages, advantages, disadvantages, and challenges of the system. Using a qualitative descriptive method, data was collected through interviews, observations, and documentation.Findings indicate that e-catalogue implementation at PT XYZ is complex before achieving full operation. Key advantages include automated PR creation and PO release, reducing administrative workload, enhancing transparency, and expediting procurement. However, drawbacks include inefficient data updates, a less user-friendly interface, and frequent system errors. Challenges involve poor socialization and the perception that the system mainly benefits buyers. Moreover, limited user understanding of time efficiency and error reduction further hinders adoption. Overall, while e-catalogue improves procurement efficiency, further enhancements in user training, system reliability, and feature usability are needed for optimal performance.

This study aims to describe and analyze: Public service performance and what are the inhibiting factors that affect the performance of public services at the Tuban Regency Fire and Rescue Service.  The type of research used is qualitative research. The data analysis technique in the study uses a technique developed by McNabb (2002), namely Grouping the data according to key constructs, identifying bases for interpretation, developing generalizations from the data, Testing Alternative interpretations and Forming and/or refining generalizable theory from case study. The results of the study show that the Public Service Performance of the Tuban Regency Fire and Rescue Service is quite good, this is based on the Realization of the Indicator of Achieving Minimum Service Standards for Basic Service Types in 2023, Rescue and Evacuation Services for Fire Victims reached 96.89%. Based on the elements of the service procedure The performance is good, the media used for the service procedure is clear, displaying a picture of the flow of complaint procedures. Based on the element of service time including completion time, the requirements are good. The completion time for settlements, industrial areas, and public buildings is a maximum of 15 minutes, and for certain forest and fire areas is a maximum of 60 minutes.  Based on the element of Service Transparency is good, there is a bulletin board that provides information about services, requirements, costs, completion times and management mechanisms. Based on the Ease of Service element is good, the location of the Tuban Regency Fire Service counter is easily accessible and strategically located, the service procedure is easy to understand. Based on the element of justice The service is good, providing services to people who need help is not picky, anyone who reports and asks for help will be assisted according to their ability. Based on the element of competence of service officers, officers are equipped with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Inhibiting factors include: Lack of public understanding of fire hazards and people's readiness to face and overcome fires is very low. Lack of Facilities and Infrastructure, only has 3 auxiliary posts. The Tuban Regency Fire Department has 6 fire engines, and does not yet have a Power Supply Vehicle. Limited Human Resources where in each sub-district post there are 16 personnel on standby and 1 fire truck, only 15 personnel have participated in a number of trainings. But only 4 of them have certification

This study examines profitability determinants of Indonesian manufacturing firms, emphasizing sustainable practices. Using a systematic literature review and regression analysis of secondary data from publicly-traded firms, the research analyzes the impact of financial factors (working capital, size, growth) and environmental considerations (green supply chain, sustainable finance) on profitability. Findings provide recommendations for firms, policymakers, and stakeholders to enhance profitability and environmental sustainability amidst climate change challenges.

The rapid advancement of digital technologies has significantly transformed the shipping logistics and supply chain management sectors. This study explores the impact of digitalization on these industries, focusing on the integration of technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and the Internet of Things (IoT). The primary objective of this research is to analyze how digital tools enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve decision-making in logistics and supply chain operations. Through qualitative and quantitative methods, including case studies and surveys, the study identifies key trends and challenges faced by organizations adopting these technologies. Findings reveal that digitalization leads to improved transparency, real-time tracking, and enhanced collaboration across the supply chain. However, challenges such as cybersecurity risks, high implementation costs, and the need for skilled labor remain significant. The implications of these findings suggest that while digital transformation offers considerable benefits, organizations must carefully manage the transition to ensure sustainability and long-term success.

Port congestion has emerged as a critical challenge in global trade, hindering the efficient movement of goods and increasing logistical costs. This research explores the causes of port congestion, its impact on global supply chains, and potential solutions to alleviate these challenges. Through qualitative analysis and case studies, the study examines existing strategies, such as digitalization, better port management practices, and alternative transportation methods. Findings indicate that integrating advanced technologies, including automation and data analytics, could streamline port operations and reduce congestion. Additionally, improving port infrastructure and enhancing intermodal connections between ports and land transportation networks are essential steps towards addressing this issue. The study suggests that a combination of technological innovation and collaborative approaches between stakeholders is necessary to enhance the resilience and efficiency of transport networks in global trade. This research provides valuable insights into the future of port management and its potential to overcome congestion-related challenges, fostering smoother trade flows and boosting economic growth.

Electrical energy is a vital need to support daily life in various sectors such as industry, housing and government. In Indonesia, the majority of electrical energy is still produced from fossil fuel plants, which have significant environmental impacts and limited resources. Therefore, the development of renewable energy is crucial to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. One promising alternative is the Micro Hydro Power Plant (PLTMH), which uses flowing water to produce electrical energy. This research focuses on the implementation of MHP in Babakan Banten Village, Bogor Regency, an area with the potential for abundant water flow throughout the year. This project aims to provide a reliable electricity supply for communities, most of whom do not yet have access to electricity from the national grid. This study includes the process of planning, assembling and testing the MHP system using field data such as river water discharge, land elevation (head) and other technical specifications. The measurement results show that the PLTMH with a generator capacity of 2 kW is able to meet the electricity needs of 18 houses in Babakan Village, Banten. System testing shows good operational stability with optimal turbine rotation at full load and results in accordance with planning. It is hoped that the implementation of this PLTMH will not only increase accessibility to sustainable electrical energy, but will also have a positive impact on the welfare of local communities. Utilization of locally available natural resources not only reduces dependence on conventional energy, but also becomes a real example of the application of technology for sustainable development in remote areas of Indonesia.

The issue of clean water supply has become a serious problem in Baliloku Village, Wanokaka, West Sumba. Water quality has been continuously declining each year due to the El Niño phenomenon. Bore wells serve as one of the water sources for the residents of Baliloku Village. However, the substandard water quality forces residents to fetch water from the river, which contains lime and mud, without undergoing any treatment. One of the water treatment methods that can be applied by residents is the use of water filters. This activity aims to help provide clean water suitable for daily activities through the construction of a water filter tower in Baliloku Village. This research is beneficial in improving water quality by reducing the particles contained in lime and muddy water. The construction of this filter utilizes filter sand and activated carbon. The community service method applied is participant observation, which involves direct participation in building the water filter tower in Baliloku Village. The results of this activity indicate a positive change among the residents of Baliloku Village, as they have started using clean water for their daily activities and are capable of maintaining the water filter according to the provided guidelines.

Hypertension is a disease that occurs to arteries that causes the supply of oxygen and nutrition that the body needs to be blocked. Hypertension is often called a silent killer, because it is a kind of disease that is very harmful but comes without awareness to its victim. People with hypertension in average are up to 40 years old and it happened all of his after life . In common hypertension caused by heredity, unhealthy lifestyle, and triggered by the more salty consumption, alcohol and stress. An expert system could be the solution to solve the problem because this system works just like an expert and was created by the naïve Bayes method with the rules and basic system that are the same just like the hyperantion desease. Through this application, users can consult with this system just like usually people consult with the expert to diagnose the sign that happened to the user and find the solution of what happened to themselves.

Smart Door Lock is a development of a conventional manual home door lock or padlock. This study aims to create alternative technology at home by utilizing available lock technology. This study uses an Arduino Uno Microcontroller as the brain of the solenoid and as a power supply for the fingerprint scanner, and an esp 32 microcontroller as a tool for sending fingerprint data to firebase. The fingerprint scanner is run using the Arduino Ide to add fingerprints. Arduino programming is done using the Arduino IDE. The results of the study are described in the form of designing an automatic home door lock using a fingerprint scanner and Arduino as a solenoid control. The fingerprint data results will be visible in firebase

Lembang Sa’dan Andulan has great potential for local economic development through the weaving industry but faces challenges in raw material supply and bad credit that hinder business sustainability. This research aims to provide assistance in identifying the root causes of bad credit, formulating effective credit management strategies, and enhancing the capacity of the management of Badan Usaha Lembang Sa’dan Andulan. The methods used include financial management training, developing a credit assessment system, improving communication, and business mentoring. The results show that the management now understands the impact of bad credit and can analyze its causes. They are beginning to implement the 5C and 7P methods in assessments and business development, and show active roles in financial management. It is hoped that this activity will encourage economic growth in the Lembang Sa’dan Andulan community and create significant social change.

Significant changes have occurred in the economy, especially in developing countries such as Indonesia, where the economic, development and industrial sectors continue to improve. Manufacturing companies in the cosmetics subsector are an industry that has quite intense competition in Indonesia. According to the first quarter of 2020 data from the Central Bureau of Statistics, the market growth of this industry averaged 5.59% per year. This is expected to continue in the coming year. The implementation of supply chain management (SCM) will support organizations to have a good performance system. PT Zoey Cosmedica Putra (Maklon Kosmetik) is one of the manufacturing companies engaged in the cosmetics industry. The purpose of this study is to analyze the effect of supply chain management on company performance. Data processing using the Structural Equation Modeling - Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) method using Smart PLS software version 4.0. The results of SCM factor analysis research measured by independent variables, namely relationships with suppliers (X1), relationships with customers (X2) and the level of information sharing (X3) with the dependent variable, namely company performance (Y). Shows X1 and X3 hypotheses have an influence, while the X2 hypothesis has no effect.

Crop rotation is one of the most effective agricultural and has significant benefits in improving soil fertility, assessing health and disease, and increasing the efficiency of natural resource utilization. Agricultural strategies that have important benefits in improving soil fertility, assessing health and disease, and increasing the efficiency of natural resource utilization. To maximize nutrient utilization and reduce the risk of certain pests associated with a crop, this practice involves reducing the types of crops grown on the same land in the relevant cycle. To maximize nutrient utilization and reduce the risk of certain pests associated with a crop, this practice involves reducing the types of crops grown on the same land in the relevant cycle. In addition, crop rotation helps improve soil structure, increase cation exchange capacity (CEC), and reduce dependence on chemicals and pests. The study employed a library analysis method by reviewing several previous studies on the impact of crop rotation on agricultural productivity and soil ecology. The results showed that crop rotation can increase nitrogen levels in the soil by up to 20%, reduce pesticide use by up to 50%, and increase air use efficiency, especially in areas with limited air supply. In addition, this practice helps create a more stable agricultural ecosystem by increasing biodiversity, such as reducing the number of natural enemies of pests. The findings of this study indicate that crop rotation is a practice that not only increases crop yields but also strengthens the principle of sustainability. With proper maintenance, crop rotation can be an effective solution to reduce land degradation, improve food security, and improve ecological balance in modern food systems. resilience, and improve ecological balance in modern agricultural systems.

Food waste is becoming an increasingly significant global issue along with food loss and waste, consumers throw away 31% of the food they have purchased, a third of the total food produced globally or around 1.3 billion tons of food that can be consumed including fresh vegetables, fruit. , meat, bread and dairy products are lost along the supply chain. Food waste has many negative social, economic and environmental impacts. The household sector is one area that contributes to a significant amount of food waste. Household behavior is considered the biggest contributor to food waste. wasted (Food Waste), behavior shows significant differences in producing food waste produced by households, Sanggau Regency also experiences problems with food waste, this cannot be separated from the geographical conditions of the area which borders directly with the Malaysian region which makes the mobility of goods difficult. easier, thus making the community's consumptive factor increase as evidenced by the continued increase in public demand for food products produced by the people of Sanggau Regency every year. This research aims to identify household consumption behavior regarding the behavior of throwing away food (food waste) in border areas of the Regency. Sanggau and determine the influence of socio-demographic, socio-economic factors and household consumption behavior on food waste behavior in the border areas of Sanggau Regency. The research method used in this research is descriptive statistics. The sample in this study was 100 respondents representing households. The variables in this research are divided into two, namely respondent characteristics and household behavior. The results of the research show that the average food waste behavior in households refers to the characteristics of respondents such as age, gender, occupation, income, expenditure and number of family members as well as tendencies or behavioral patterns of household members in producing, managing and using food. causes food to be wasted in an inefficient manner. Food waste behavior covers various aspects, including purchasing, storing, preparing and consuming food.

Village-Owned Enterprises (BUMDes) are business units that are jointly owned and managed by the village government and the local community. The establishment of BUMDES aims to exploit economic potential and improve the welfare of village communities. One of the BUMDes highlighted in this study is BUMDes Loh Jinawi which is located in Tunjungmuli Village, Karangmoncol District, Purbalingga Regency. In its development, Tunjungmuli Village is still faced with geographical challenges and inadequate infrastructure. BUMDes Loh Jinawi manages four main business units, namely Pertashop, Pamsimas, Markets, and innovations in the agricultural sector so that they can meet the basic needs of the community. Pertashop provides access to fuel, Pamsimas ensures clean water supply, Markets support local trade, and agricultural units increase food security and farmer incomes through sustainable practices. These initiatives have significantly improved the quality of life and economic opportunities for local residents, especially farmer groups. Through participatory management and community involvement, BUMDes Loh Jinawi has fostered a sense of belonging among residents while overcoming socio-economic challenges. The authors contributed by facilitating observations, workshops and mentoring to improve BUMDes operations. In a series of community service activities, it was found that optimizing the management of BUMDes Loh Jinawi can be done in two ways, namely assisting with management practices to increase access to basic services and empowering the surrounding community economically and socially.  This study provides a replicable model for sustainable rural development.

This study aims to explore the impact of supply chain automation on workers’ well-being in the sustainable industrial sector through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach. The transformation driven by Industry 4.0 technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), and blockchain, has presented significant challenges and opportunities. This study identifies the impacts of automation on workers’ economic, social, and psychological aspects, including changes in skills requirements, reduction of manual employment, and its effects on mental health. In addition, this study also highlights the importance of sustainability in automation implementation, by balancing economic efficiency, environmental preservation, and social welfare. By integrating the results of studies from various literatures, this study provides recommendations for policies that support sustainability and social inclusiveness, as well as strategic guidance for industries in adopting supply chain automation sustainably.

Human breathing involves a process that brings oxygen from the outside air to body tissues and expels carbon dioxide from the lungs. This mechanism is characterized by decreased inspiratory pressure, reduced minute ventilation, and increased tension in the respiratory muscles. So that breathing for humans is very important, in certain conditions, the respiratory tract can be disrupted and cause various symptoms, one of the respiratory disorders is pneumothorax. Pneumothorax is the presence of air in the pleural cavity. This can cause problems with ventilation, oxygen supply, or both. When these symptoms occur in the absence of lung trauma or obvious pathology, the patient is said to have primary spontaneous pneumothorax. If the pneumothorax is accompanied by complications or the presence of pulmonary disease, the prognosis of the disease will be worse and treatment will be more difficult. One of the actions in pneumothorax cases is physiotherapy rehabilitation. The purpose of this study is to find out whether physiotherapy intervention can reduce complaints in pneumothorax patients. .  Patients are given exercise therapy in the form of pursed lip breathing, thoracic expansion exercise and gentle massage. From the therapy given as much as 3x therapy, the results were obtained in the form of decreased shortness of breath, increased thoracic expansion and increased functional activity.

The interest rate in the Iraqi economy represents an active and important element in the management of monetary policy in the Iraqi economy, as it is used by the monetary authority represented by the Central Bank of Iraq to influence the money supply, as well as the impact of this also by allocating the available resources for savings among foreign investments to achieve the central goal of the monetary authority of achieving stability in prices such as the interest rate and various prices and values of investments together and thus achieve balance at the economic and financial levels. This research analyzes the relationship between interest rate changes (IRC) and foreign direct investment (FDI) in the Iraqi economy during the period from (2004-2023). Multiple analytical tools were used, including descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, time series analysis, and prediction models using ARIMA and Prophet. The results showed an association between the two variables under consideration, with the ability of the ARIMA and Prophet models to provide accurate forecasts of future   FDI trends. A quantitative methodology that includes descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, time series models, and forecasting tools has been adopted to clarify the relationship between the two variables and draw conclusions that support economic decision-making.

This study aims to analyze the performance of the District Election Committee in Ciwandan District, Cilegon City. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed, with performance measured based on (S. Robbins et al., 2013) criteria, which include quality, quantity, timeliness, effectiveness, and efficiency. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation, and analyzed using the stages of Data Condensation, Data Display, and Conclusion Drawing.The results indicate that the performance of the District Election Committee during the 2024 simultaneous general elections in Ciwandan District was generally in accordance with the planned schedule. However, several issues were identified, such as logistical shortcomings, including the insufficient supply of ballot papers and instances of ballot exchanges with other polling stations during the election process. Furthermore, 97 individuals were found to be unregistered in the voter list, indicating inadequacies in voter list updates a key responsibility of the District Election Committee. The study also highlights the insufficient commitment of committee members, as some members had other jobs outside the committee, leading to suboptimal performance due to task delegation to less knowledgeable members.