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This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of assistance provided to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in business licensing and the implementation of modern management practices in Keruak Village. The method used involves a qualitative approach through in-depth interviews and participatory observation. The results indicate that the assistance has improved the understanding and capabilities of SME actors in managing business permits and applying modern management principles. This has had a positive impact on enhancing the competitiveness of SMEs in both local and regional markets. The study recommends the need for a sustainable and integrated assistance program to ensure the continued development of SME capacity.

Grants are a form of financial assistance provided by individuals, organizations, or governments to recipients without repayment obligations. Grants play a significant role in social and economic development, including improving community welfare, strengthening economic capacity, and supporting infrastructure development. This study aims to analyze how grants contribute to community empowerment and economic growth while identifying challenges in their management. Using a qualitative approach based on a literature review, this study finds that well-managed grants can enhance the competitiveness of small and medium enterprises (SMEs), accelerate regional development, and support social sectors such as education and health. However, issues such as lack of transparency, weak supervision, and potential dependency among grant recipients remain significant challenges. Strengthening regulations, implementing monitoring systems, and ensuring impact-based grant distribution are recommended to improve grant effectiveness and maximize benefits for recipients.

Financial ratio analysis is the basis for assessing the performance of the cooperative in managing its financial resources in a given period. Analysis of financial performance KSPPS Al-Hikmah done with regards to the decline in the financial performance of the last few years, whereas KSPPS Al-Hikmah had won the award as the best cooperative of its performance as the city of Bogor.  The method used is quantitative method with a descriptive format. The results of these calculation of ratio are then compared with the standard of regulation of Cooperatives and SMEs RI No.06/Per/M.KUKM/V/2006 on Guidelines for Assessment of Cooperative Achievement. The purpose of this study is to determine the financial performance of the KSPPS Al-Hikmah years 2012-2015 in terms of the level of profitability, liquidity and solvency. The results showed that the financial performance KSPPS Al-Hikmah years 2012-2015 seen from the aspect of profitability, liquidity and solvency are generally still below the standard regulation of Cooperatives and SMEs RI No.06/Per/M.KUKM/V/2006. Although in terms of profitability is generally performed quite well, which is between the standard value. KSPPS Al-Hikmah should make corrections to assets in order to make greater contributions in generating SHU, and is expected to increase the capital by attracting more customers cooperatives.    

This research aims to explain the benefits of providing BRI Bank People's Business Credit loans for Small and Medium Enterprises. This research was conducted at Bank Rakyat Indonesia because it is one of the banks that distributes the KUR assistance program. This research uses primary data and secondary data. The research results show the benefits of providing BRI bank KUR assistance to SMEs, namely that small and medium business actors are helped by getting capital to open a business, develop businesses that are already running and can provide employment assistance for other people. Obstacles that small and medium business actors often face when applying for small and medium business credit assistance include incomplete requirements, bad personalities and inappropriate credit guarantees. It is hoped that the provision of people's business credit loans will be able to provide benefits to small and medium business owners, both for the businesses they run and to fulfill other economic needs.  

This article discusses the role of Customs Tanjungpinang in the empowerment of Micro, Small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), especially in the city of Tanjungpinang. MSMEs can have a significant impact on increasing economic growth, especially in Tanjungpinang City. The purpose of this study is to determine that Customs is very active in improving the economy by empowering SMEs in the city of Tanjungpinang. The data collection method used in this article is a qualitative approach method. The result of this article is how the role of Customs empowers Micro, Small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) which greatly impacts the increase in economic growth.

In the contemporary landscape of globalization, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) face escalating challenges in navigating international markets. This research purpose to explore the pivotal role of human capital in propelling the internationalization of SMEs, particularly through the lens of digital marketing. The research methodology involved document analysis to understand global market dynamics and the key role of human capital in optimising digital marketing for international expansion. The main results show that investment in human capital development and digital capability enhancement are key factors in the successful internationalisation of SMEs. The findings provide an in-depth understanding of how SMEs can effectively utilise their human capital in the face of increasingly complex global market challenges. Overall, this article concludes that the integration of strong human capital with digital marketing strategies can contribute significantly to the successful internationalisation of SMEs and has important implications for the future development of SMEs in an era of globalization.

This research explores how leadership practices contribute to the resilience of small businesses during crises. Through case studies of SMEs (small and medium enterprises) affected by economic downturns and disruptions, the study highlights strategies such as resource optimization, strategic partnerships, and effective communication. Findings reveal that proactive leadership ensures business continuity and recovery.

Industry is an economic sector that uses machines and labor to produce goods or services. Manufacturing, mining, construction, energy, and technology are some of the industry subsectors. Each subsector has an important role in economic growth and development of the country. Industry plays an important role in meeting society's needs, creating jobs, increasing national income, and encouraging innovation. Small and Medium Industries (IKM) consist of small and medium enterprises operating in various sectors. SMEs make an important contribution in creating jobs, local economic growth and national industrial development. The government has paid great attention to the development of MSMEs through various programs and policies, as well as support from the private sector and financial institutions.    

Cross-sector land registration is land registration with subsidized assistance for low- income people who work in small and medium enterprises, SMEs, agriculture, fishermen, and fish farmers, in this case financing land rights certification services at the land office. That is how the issue is stated. (1) How Kupang City should go about implementing cross-sector land registration. (2) What are the challenges facing Kupang City in adopting cross-sector land registration? (3) How may cross-sector land registration be implemented in Kupang City? Empirical research is the methodology employed, and data is gathered through a literature review and interviewing 20 respondents. The findings of the study demonstrate (1) Kupang City's cross-sector land registration implementation procedure. Cross-sector land registration is implemented sporadically, making it a cross-sectoral process. sector comes before the gathering of legal data. (2) Obstacles to the implementation of cross-sector land registration in Kupang City include many incomplete documents, absences during the socialization of land title certificates, and problems with the applicant's land. (3) The solution to the obstacles to implementing cross-sector land registration is that the land authorities carry out monitoring and evaluation every week From the onset to the conclusion of the cross-sector implementation, and the community participates more in cross- sector implementation activities. This research has led to the following conclusions: (1) cross-sector land registration implementation Planning, negotiation, team building, gathering legal data, certification, and reporting are the phases of implementation that will take place in Kupang City based on the decision made by the head of the Kupang City Land Office. (2) Barriers to the implementation of cross-sector land registration In Kupang City, obstacles occur internally and externally, internal land parties must build relationships with related agencies and externally there are still many incomplete files, lack of community participation and land problems. (3) How to get around roadblocks in the way of Kupang's cross-sector land registration implementation; how to have officers be more proactive in reaching out to pertinent agencies and supplying information about cross-sector land registration.

This thesis entitled The Influence of Marketing Strategy on Increasing Oyster Mushroom Sales at Omah Mushrooms in Baru Village, Mestong District and aims to determine the effect of marketing strategy, product, price, place, promotion on increasing oyster mushroom sales in Baru village, Mestong sub-district in a quantitative descriptive manner regarding. This research is expected to provide benefits to writers, academic institutions related to increasing oyster mushroom sales, as well as being a source of information for SMEs to find out what the marketing strategy is. Based on the results of the research that has been done, data obtained from product, price, place, and promotion variables on increasing sales, The product has a significant effect on the increase in oyster mushroom sales. This is indicated by the X1 regression coefficient of 0.295. The significant value of the product variable is 0.003, which means it is less than 0.05. The value of tcount > ttable or 3.092 > 1.987, thus indicating that the product has a significant effect on oyster mushroom sales in Baru Village, then Ha is accepted and Ho is rejected. Prices have a significant effect on increasing oyster mushroom sales because this is indicated by the X2 regression coefficient of 0.278. The significant value of the price variable is 0.004, which means it is less than 0.05. The value of tcount > ttable or 2.573 > 1.987 then Ha is accepted and Ho is rejected. A significant place on the sale of oyster mushrooms in the Baru Village is due to the X3 regression coefficient of 0.229. The significant value of the price variable is 0.008, which means it is less than 0.05. The value of tcount > ttable or 2.697 > 1.987, thus indicating that location has a significant effect on the sale of oyster mushrooms in Baru Village, so Ha is accepted and Ho is rejected. A significant promotion of the sale of oyster mushrooms in the New Village is due to the X4 regression coefficient of 0.132. The significant value of the price variable is 0.014, which means it is less than 0.05. The value of tcount > ttable or 3.327 > 1.987, thus indicating that promotion has a significant effect on oyster mushroom sales in Baru Village.

SMEs still have low awareness of the benefits of financial reports. If the financial report produced by the entity reflects the actual situation, then the financial report is reliable and can be used as a reference for interested parties, namely investors, government, employees and even the public. With financial reports, they can separate financial data between personal and company property. The problem in this research is the level of awareness of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in preparing financial reports. This training aims to provide knowledge regarding the application of SAK ETAP and its relevance to Good Corporate Governance which is beneficial for excellent service for a business, in this case the Real Estate sub-sector of business which is increasingly developing every year with many similar competitors.

This study investigates the role of strategic leadership in influencing organizational performance in Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across Asia. The research identifies leadership styles that contribute to enhancing the competitiveness and sustainability of SMEs. A quantitative approach was employed to analyze data from SMEs in countries such as Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand. The results suggest that transformational leadership, strategic decision-making, and a focus on employee development are key determinants of performance. The paper concludes by discussing the implications for leaders of SMEs in developing countries and offers policy recommendations to foster SME growth.

This study aims to analyze the process of preparing financial reports at SMK Muhammadiyah 08 Medan, especially in trading businesses (UD), which is one form of SME economic unit. Trading businesses have the main characteristic of purchasing goods for resale without changing the nature of the goods, so that the preparation of accurate financial reports is very important to support business planning and strategy. However, many SMEs in Indonesia still face difficulties in understanding and implementing accounting, considering it as complicated, time-consuming, and costly. As a result, financial management often relies only on the memory of the business owner without formal recording. This study was conducted using a qualitative descriptive method, collecting data through interviews, observations, and documentation studies of the process of preparing financial reports at SMK Muhammadiyah 08 Medan. This study also refers to the application of the Financial Accounting Standards for Micro, Small, and Medium Entities (SAK EMKM) released by the Financial Accounting Standards Board of the Indonesian Institute of Accountants (DSAK IAI) in 2016. The results of the study indicate that most trading business actors in the environment do not fully understand the importance of preparing financial reports in accordance with standards. Factors of limited resources, lack of understanding, and the assumption that financial reports are not needed are the main obstacles. This study provides recommendations in the form of simple accounting training that can help business actors prepare financial reports in accordance with SAK EMKM. The implementation of this recommendation is expected to improve accountability, transparency, and overall financial management of trading businesses.

This research aims to address the challenges faced by SMEs in adapting to the changing business environment, particularly with the influence of digital technology on consumer behavior. Through the utilization of product photography in visual marketing, the Padang traditional cake business, Kresh Cookies, successfully creates high product appeal and reaches a wider market. The research methodology includes market analysis, target audience identification, photography training and editing, social media management, and market research. The findings reveal an increase in brand awareness, consumer interest, and engagement on social media. This research provides guidance for other SMEs in developing their businesses through the utilization of product photography in visual marketing.

Since the implementation of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) at the end of 2015, it should encourage all economic actors, including SMEs and Micro Enterprises, to improve themselves in order to improve the quality of production of both goods and services. If this is not done, then Indonesia will be an "soft" market for other ASEAN countries because Indonesia has the largest population (population size) in ASEAN, namely no less than 270 million people. SMEs and Micro Enterprises, which are the embodiment of people's economic democracy, will be very hard hit if the heavy flow of goods and services from various ASEAN countries invades the Indonesian market. Realizing this, strengthening (empowering) SMEs and Micro Enterprises is a necessity and necessity to be able to find a national identity that has comparative advantage and competitive advantage. This activity begins with identifying existing problems and then finding a method for solving them. The method used is by providing training and mentoring. The results that have been achieved are the ability of the Traditional Cake business to optimize its sales by using local raw materials. In this way, the "best-selling" Traditional Cake Micro Business can improve its capabilities in the fields of production and business management and online marketing via social media. These outcomes are an indication of increased business empowerment.

Solo Technopark is a strategic technology and business center located in the city of Solo, Central Java, playing a crucial role in driving the development of technology-based businesses in the region. Within it, there is a division that specializes in comprehensive understanding of business needs and the selection of incubation methods suitable for SMEs and startups, known as SSIPO (SMEs and Startup Incubator Project). This research aims to determine the role of SSIPO in enhancing the competitiveness of businesses in Solo Technopark. The study employs a qualitative descriptive method, gathering data through field observations, interviews with relevant sources, and documentation. The researcher utilizes primary data sources from observations and interviews, as well as references from books, journals, and the UPTD Solo Technopark website. Data analysis technique is adapted using descriptive-narrative methods. The research findings reveal that SSIPO's role involves effective collaboration and innovation-based facilitation for SMEs and startups, initiating three programs specifically designed for these entities.

This research aims to analyze the influence of brand image and product quality on the purchasing decisions of culinary SMEs in the Baros District, Serang, Banten. The focus is to provide in-depth insights into key factors that can enhance the attractiveness and sustainability of culinary SMEs at the local level. The research method employed is a quantitative approach, with the population encompassing all consumers in the Baros District who have shopped at culinary SMEs. The sample consists of 60 respondents, selected using non-probability purposive sampling. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using t-tests and F-tests with the assistance of SPSS software version 29.0. Based on the partial test results, both brand image (regression coefficient 0.790, t-value 9.310) and product quality (regression coefficient 0.794, t-value 9.592) significantly influence purchasing decisions (both p < 0.05). Regression analysis indicates that simultaneously, brand image and product quality also have a significant impact on purchasing decisions (F-value 51.517 > F-table 3.16, p < 0.05).

The purpose of this study aims to analyze the influence of technology, capital, and labor on production in woodcarving handicraft SMEs in Gianyar Regency. To analyze the effect of technology, capital, labor, and production on the income of MSMEs in woodcarving crafts in Gianyar Regency. To analyze the indirect effect of technology, capital, and labor on income through production in woodcarving MSMEs in the approach used in this study is an associative quantitative approach. This research was conducted in Gianyar Regency with an analytical technique, namely path analysis. The results of this study are that technology and labor have a direct positive but not significant effect on the production of MSME woodcarving crafts in Gianyar Regency, while capital has a direct positive and significant effect on the production of MSME woodcarving crafts in Gianyar Regency. Technology directly has a positive but not significant effect on income, labor directly has a negative but not significant effect on income while capital and production have a direct positive and significant effect on the income of MSMEs in woodcarving crafts in Gianyar Regency. Technology, capital, and labor do not have a significant effect on income indirectly through the production of woodcarving handicraft SMEs in Gianyar Regency.

. This social innovation project is centered on empowering and providing e-commerce training for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) specializing in traditional cookies from Kampung Sawahan. With a focus on the “Kampung Kue Sawahan” in Surabaya, the project aims to address marketing challenges, enhance online presence, and broaden sales channels for local businesses. Key objectives encompass leveraging social media and e-commerce platforms, as well as offering training in product photography. The project's ultimate goal is to benefit the community by resolving marketing issues, expanding business reach, and fostering economic empowerment. The comprehensive implementation involves a two-day program targeting mothers residing in rural areas, local entrepreneurs, and potential resellers. Activities include product photography, content creation, TikTok account setup, and e-commerce training on platforms like Shopee. The anticipated tangible outcomes include an enhancement of online business skills within the "Kampung Kue Kering" community, contributing to the overall development of small and medium-sized enterprises in the region.

Through web-based business applications, it helps start-up companies to reach their target markets more quickly and in a more organized manner, with a more efficient level of economic costs compared to using conventional consumer marketing methods which require higher levels of economic costs. However, more than 40% of SMEs and startup companies in Indonesia, both digital and non-digital based, experience financial failure and fail to maintain their business continuously, due to inefficient management of the financial aspects of the organization, which becomes an obstacle for business actors in planning and can also disrupt the level of continuity of the business. This is the background for the need for community service activities in order to improve the quality of financial inclusion, especially in terms of working capital management budgeting for mobile-based SMEs and startup companies.  This community service activity was formed to expand knowledge regarding effective and efficient working capital management budgeting, where it is hoped that through this program, mobile-based SMEs and startup business actors will have the knowledge to know the financial strength of their business and can be used as a consideration in decisions and make the business run healthier in the future.