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This research is motivated by widespread business networks in the business world and raises fierce business competition. To respond to this, the author conducted a business network research conducted by MSMEs Yoi Milk. The objectives that must be achieved in this study include: (1)  to find out what the founders of Yoi Milk did to build their business network. (2) to find out how marketing is done by Yoi Milk. (3) to find out how the financial management is carried out by Yoi Milk in order to get profits in accordance with what the business wants. This research was conducted directly by the founder of Yoi Milk. This research seeks business networks carried out by Yoi Milk business entrepreneurs to decide on product development starting from marketing carried out to products marketed to consumers. This research uses qualitative methods, one of which is interviewing Yoi Milk business actors about marketing, sales, and financial management carried out for profit.

This study aims to determine: (1) Production costs of the H. Asep cabbage nursery in Callingan Village, Pasirwangi District, Garut Regency; (2) Profitability of the H. Asep cabbage plant nursery in Callingan Village, Pasirwangi District, Garut Regency; (3) The marketing channel for the H. Asep cabbage plant nursery in Callingan Village, Pasirwangi District, Garut Regency; (4) The amount of marketing margin for cabbage seedlings for each level of the institution. The method used is descriptive quantitative and data collection is done by data collection techniques with interviews and questionnaires as a guide. Respondents were determined by purposive sampling. The sample in this study is the owner of the business unit H. Asep Seeds. Data analysis methods used are cost analysis, profitability analysis, channel analysis and marketing efficiency. The results of this study are two patterns of marketing channels, namely (1) Producers ‒ final consumers, (2) Producers ‒ retailers ‒ final consumers. Based on the results of research on the business of H. Asep cabbage seedlings, the seeds can be said to be efficient with a price share of 73% to 81%.

The war between Ukraine and Russia has had a big influence on the world, especially from a political perspective. Russia's invasion of Ukraine on Thursday, February 24 2022 stems from internal conflict between the two countries. Due to this incident, Russia received criticism from the international community, including Indonesia. The United States condemned the invasion and imposed economic sanctions on Russia. These sanctions take the form of stopping the operations of Russian-owned financial institutions in the United States, freezing all investment assets and property of individuals close to the Russian President, as well as restrictions on Russian debt transactions. After being hit by economic sanctions, Russia was also subject to a crude oil embargo by the European Union and the United States. The war that occurred influenced the increase in oil prices due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, causing new challenges in the global economy. This research uses library research. Library research is research whose main object is literature (library) which utilizes sources from literature to obtain research data, so that library research limits its activities to literary materials related to the research object. The research results show that the war between Russia and Ukraine has had various negative impacts that threaten all sectors, especially the economy in terms of global trade. As is known, these two countries are the largest suppliers of various main commodities such as wheat, fertilizer, natural gas and oil. Where these commodities are really needed by international consumers. Russia and Ukraine have a significant market share of the supply of oil, gas and other commodities, so the invasion has increased the prices of these commodities. The direct impact of rising commodity prices affects economic growth in the countries involved. This means that the economy in Southeast Asia will be affected by the war that is taking place. Continued conflict could have drastic effects in Southeast Asia. The impact of the Russian and Ukrainian wars has an impact on the Southeast Asian economy and will be more detrimental than the impact of the COVID 19 pandemic. This is because it is related to the global economy in essential areas.

Marketing is an activity where business actors offer their products to consumers so that they can accept the product with all the ideas and ideas so that the product can be sought after by consumers. Of the many UMKM  products, kawakibi offers its services to help UMKM players develop their brand image and increase product sales through social media. PT. Kawakibi Digital Branding is a company that has a main focus on the branding sector. With an innovative and creative approach, Kawakibi strives to help companies and brand logos build strong relationships with potential consumers and achieve long-term success in this competitive industrial world. The results of this research can be used as a reference for designers and readers in utilizing marketing strategies.

The definition of price is the value of goods which is determined or expressed in terms of money or the amount of money or other equivalent means of exchange, which must be paid for goods or services, at a certain time and in a certain market. The price level attached to the product describes the quality of the product. Meanwhile, price discrimination is a term used in international trade, referred to as a trade practice carried out by exporters by selling every commodity on the international market at a price that is less than the appropriate value or can be said to be lower than the price of the goods in their own country, which is considered unfair because can damage the market and harm competing producers in the importing country. Among the activities of entrepreneurs that usually do not favor competition is price discrimination. This situation describes a situation where sellers provide different prices for their products with the same quality and quantity to two or more sellers, or provide unequal prices to buyers or consumers in the form of inappropriate inventory, or take action by setting a pricing strategy. to gain advantages for more profitable consumers.

Every business actor is basically obliged to act in good faith, one of which is as a manifestation of consumer protection. Case in Decision No. 90/Pdt.Sus-BPSK/2021/Pn.Mdn) shows that there are business actors who do not carry out their obligations as they should, namely not having good intentions and not providing information to their consumers. The aim of this research is to explore legal certainty regarding the fulfillment of good faith by business actors in providing information to consumers of postpaid services based on Law of the Republic of Indonesia Number 8 of 1999 concerning Consumer Protection. This research method uses normative juridical approaches to statutory, conceptual and case regulations. The research results found that the fulfillment of good faith in this case showed that legal certainty had not been realized. This is because of the legal provisions regarding this matter as regulated in Law no. 8 of 1999 concerning Consumer Protection has not been enforced properly. According to Sudikno Mertokusumo, legal certainty should be realized by implementing legal provisions as they should.

In this era of globalization, there is development of the business world in the field of air transportation services. Many air transportation service companies have to compete for consumers through various strategies to win over consumers. The aim of this research is to analyze the influence of service quality, price and brand image on purchasing decisions. The population in this research is all consumers at PT. Garuda Indonesia Semarang in 2022, numbering 136,135 people, the sample was taken from 100 respondents using the Slovin formula. The data analysis tool used is multiple regression. The results of the analysis show that service quality has a positive effect on purchasing decisions, the higher the service quality, the higher the consumer's tendency to make purchasing decisions. Price has a positive effect on purchasing decisions, the more competitive the price, the higher the consumer's tendency to make purchasing decisions. Brand image has a positive effect on purchasing decisions, the better the brand image, the higher the consumer's tendency to make purchasing decisions. Research implications include the need to refresh employees, especially front liner staff, provide Cash Back or discounts using credit cards and implement Corporate Social Responsibility.

Contemporary drinks are rife among young people. The competition between the beverage outlets can be seen from the emergence of various unique beverage outlets. For this reason, the authors are interested in examining the factors of modern drinking interest in buying interest among young consumers. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method, and the respondents are taken from young people in Padang who like modern drinks. Based on the results of interviews and observations obtained in the field, it was found that there were several factors of interest so that there was an interest in buying among young people, namely factors of a comfortable place, friendly service, factors of good taste where there were many variants, factors of restaurant names and unique menu names that made people interested in buying. Besides that, the price factor is quite affordable, packaging with a creative and attractive design. In addition, it was also found that personal, social and psychological factors were one of the factors in the interest in buying contemporary drinks among young people. It is hoped that this research will be useful for business people in the culinary and beverage sector as well as further research in researching business in this field.

This research aims to measure the influence of product quality and price on purchasing decisions with purchase intention as an intervening variable. This research was prepared based on the influence of product quality and price on purchasing decisions and purchasing interest. This type of research is quantitative research, which uses a research instrument in the form of a questionnaire which has been prepared in several statements and measured using a 1-5 Likert scale. The population used in this research is port coffee consumers. The sample in this study amounted to 160 respondents. The sample was taken using a simple random sampling method, meaning that the respondents who became the research sample were respondents who were met by the researcher when conducting research without paying attention to certain characteristics. Research data was analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) which was run via AMOS 24. Hypothesis test results showed that product quality had an influence on purchasing decisions, price variables had an influence on purchasing decisions, product quality variables had an influence on buying interest, and price variables had an influence on interest. purchase, purchasing decisions influence purchasing interest and product quality and purchasing decisions influence purchasing interest and price influences purchasing decisions and purchasing interest.

The use of Uses and Gratifications Theory in the context of TikTok Live is a key strategy in overcoming the challenge of lack of effective product introduction to consumers. This theory reveals that TikTok Live users actively seek satisfaction through media, focusing on detailed product information. This research utilizes this theoretical framework to design more effective product marketing strategies, meeting consumer needs and desires. This research was conducted based on the results of observations or observations that the researcher had carried out for 1 (one) month. This research was conducted at PT. PLM JAYA which is located on Jl. Hajj Hospital No. 67 Percut Sei Tuan, Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatra. The application of Uses and Gratifications Theory in TikTok Live illustrates that users seek entertainment, social interaction, and fulfill personal needs when watching live broadcasts. They actively select broadcasts that suit their needs, enabling more informed and targeted purchasing decisions. This makes TikTok Live an effective platform in meeting user wants and needs and increasing the effectiveness of product marketing through social interaction and entertainment content. In the age of social media, especially on platforms like TikTok, product marketing has become increasingly creative and focused on entertainment. The entertainment appeal presented to users provides an opportunity for companies to convey their message in unexpected ways and direct user interest towards their products. With an innovative approach, product marketing on TikTok and similar platforms continues to develop into an important part of modern business strategy.

Broth is a flavoring product which is generally produced from the process of cooking high-protein ingredients such as meat with water, with or without other additions. The flavoring broth that is favored generally made from chicken and beef, although fish and shrimp and even their waste can also be used to make natural flavoring broth. This research aims to determine the level of consumer preference of flavoring powder broth made from 3 ingredients/samples, namely snakehead fish waste, tiger prawn waste and rebon shrimp. This research was carried out by making powdered broth and hedonic test to determine the level of preference from consumers. This test used 25 semi-trained panelists with color, aroma, texture and taste parameters. The test results showed that flavoring powder broth made from snakehead fish waste was preferred by consumers in terms of texture, broth made from tiger prawn waste was highly preferred in terms of taste parameters, and samples made from rebon shrimp as raw materials were preferred in terms of color and aroma parameters

In the rapidly evolving era of digitalization, the roles of halal certification and digital marketing strategies are increasingly influencing consumer behavior and their demands for products and services. This article aims to unveil the pivotal roles of halal certification and digital marketing strategies in shaping consumer preferences in the digitalization era. Halal certification has become a crucial factor in meeting the needs of consumers who are becoming more conscious of religious and health aspects in their products and services. On the other hand, changes in technology and consumer behavior have opened new doors for digital marketing, especially through online platforms and social media. This article dissects how halal certification impacts consumer purchasing decisions in the digital environment and how digital marketing strategies can be employed to enhance awareness and understanding of halal products. By analyzing the impact of the combination of these two factors, this article provides deep insights into how the roles and interactions between halal certification and digital marketing strategies affect consumer demands in the current digitalization era. The findings of this research have significant implications for companies aiming to meet the diverse and discerning demands of consumers. With a better understanding of how halal certification and digital marketing can work together, companies can design more effective strategies to reach and retain consumer preferences in a competitive and ever-changing business environment.  

This research was conducted with the aim of understanding Consumer Perception of Crispy Anchovy Products from the Fishing Village of Maju Rawa Makmur, Palaran Subdistrict, Samarinda City. The research was carried out in the Fishing Village of Maju Rawa Makmur, Palaran Subdistrict, Samarinda City. The sampling methods used were purposive sampling and accidental sampling with 25 consumers. The data analysis method used was qualitative analysis, which is structured, focused, and specific, yet flexible and subject to change as needed.Based on the research findings, it was found that concerning the taste of crispy anchovies, the majority of consumers (80%) rated it as "quite liked," indicating that most consumers find the taste of crispy anchovies to be quite enjoyable, with only a small portion finding it very delicious. Regarding the color of crispy anchovies, the majority of consumers (84%) rated it as "quite liked," suggesting that most consumers have a positive view of the product's color. As for the packaging of crispy anchovies, the majority of consumers (84%) rated it as "quite liked," showing that most consumers find the product's packaging to be quite good, with a small portion finding it very good. Regarding the price of crispy anchovies, the majority of consumers (76%) rated it as "liked" or even "very liked," indicating that most consumers have a positive view of the product's price. Although there is a small portion that only finds it "quite liked," the satisfaction level with the price appears to be relatively high based on consumer evaluations.    

Rangawak is a wood-working workshop in Barulak, Tanah Datar that produces hand-processed products without using massive manufacturing machines. Rangawak has been running since 2019, by utilizing the surrounding wood resources which are designed and processed to produce valuable furniture. However, this is still not enough to make Rangawak a sustainable brand. Rangawak needs more than just a quality product, but also a strong brand image, so it is easily recognized by potential consumers. Branding steps are deemed appropriate to overcome this problem using the design thinking method which focuses on empathy, defining problem, ideation and refining solutions. This method includes experimentation, development of ideas in visual form and physical implementation based on existing problems. The branding process results in the design of ideal branding elements, compiled into a brand book so that it becomes a reference for acting both internally and externally. These elements are in the form of values held firmly by the brand, brand positioning in the market, calm explanation of brand naming, brand personality which becomes a reference for how the brand interacts (in the form of tone of voice, prohibited and recommended terms, pronunciation and choice of words in copywriting), as well as visual identity with guidelines and rules for its application in various supporting media such as websites, catalog books, posters, member cards, packaging and Instagram accounts selected based on indicators of the media's effectiveness and efficiency in the brand activation process.

The aim of this research is to determine the partial and simultaneous influence of employee service variables, airline programs, customer satisfaction, where this research uses a quantitative research approach with a sample size of 100 PT consumers. Sriwijaya Air using the multiple regression analysis method with the help of the SPSS.26 application. The findings of this research show that the employee service variable has a positive and significant effect on customer satisfaction, the work program variable also has a positive and significant effect on customer satisfaction, while simultaneous testing shows that employee service and airline programs have a positive and significant effect on customer satisfaction at PT. Sriwijaya Air.

This research discusses the influence of product quality, price and consumer experience on Wardah lipstick users. The aim of this research is to determine and explain the influence of product quality, price and customer experience on Wardah lipstick users. This research was conducted from 1 April 2023 to 30 June 2023 with a population of 176 consumers. The sample who repeatedly purchased Wardah lipstick at the Riska store was 122 consumers from 1 April 2023 to 30 June 2023. The sampling method for this research used purposive sampling.The results of the research are that product quality has a partial effect on Wardah lipstick product loyalty at the Riska Store with a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05. Price has a partial effect on Wardah lipstick product loyalty at the Riska Store with a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05. Customer experience partially influences Wardah lipstick product loyalty at the Riska Store with a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05. Product quality, price, customer experience have a significant effect on Wardah lipstick product loyalty at the Riska Store simultaneously with a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05.

 In an era full of technological developments, various daily activities are connected with the help of the internet, making operations easier and faster. One use of this technology, for example, is massive marketing activities carried out via social media, one of which is WhatsApp. This application introduces WhatsApp Business features specifically designed to facilitate the marketing of their products to consumers. This increase in the number of WhatsApp users opens up more opportunities for businesses to maximize the application's potential as a digital marketing tool. The aim of this research is to determine the effect of promotions and services via WhatsApp on sales. This type of research is quantitative research. The sample used in this research was 37 people using the questionnaire distribution method as a data collection tool. The analysis technique used in this research is multiple linear regression analysis using the SPSS software application. The research results show that variable X1 (promotion) and variable X2 (service) each influence variable Y (sales) in a positive direction. Besides that, variables X1 (Promotion) and X2 (Service) in the model together are able to explain 40.3% of the influence on variable Y (Sales).

This thesis is entitled Analysis of the Application of Islamic Business Ethics in Business Success (Study on Ilham's rempeyek business in Jambi City). This study aims to determine the application of Islamic business ethics in accordance with the principles of Islamic business ethics according to Faisal Badroen and the indicators of business success are capital, income, sales volume, production output and labor. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative, where in collecting data the researcher uses observation, interview and documentation methods. The results showed that Ilham's peanut brittle business had implemented Islamic business ethics well in running his business and had a positive impact on the success of his business. Obstacles in applying Islamic business ethics to Ilham's peanut brittle business in Jambi city are keeping promises caused by a lack of manpower in the production sector causing delays in product delivery to consumers and inaccuracy in delivering products to consumers. The solution in applying Islamic business ethics to Ilham's peanut brittle business in the city of Jambi is to recruit workers, especially in the production sector so that production results can meet consumer demands and be more careful and thorough when delivering products to consumers.

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.

One of the problems faced by cafes is how to keep consumers satisfied and increase their level of loyalty. This research aims to determine the effect of product quality and price on consumer satisfaction, the type of research used is quantitative. The population in this study was 480 cam cafe consumers. The sampling technique used the Solvin formula with a margin of error of 5% and obtained 218 respondents. The types of data used are secondary data and primary data. The data can be carried out using validity and reliability tests, followed by classical assumption tests and multiple linear regression tests. Hypothesis testing is carried out using the t test, f test and coefficient of determination. The results of this research state that the product quality and price variables have a significant and positive effect on consumer satisfaction. This can be seen from the results of the t test on the product quality variable, namely t count 4,470 > 1,971 t table with a significance value of 0.00 < 0, 05 and the price variable also has a significant and positive effect on consumer satisfaction, namely getting a calculated t value of 7,263 > 1,971 t table value with a significance value of 0.00 < 0.05. The f test obtained a calculated f value of 44,553 and an f table value of 3.04 so that 44,553 > 3.04 concluded that product quality and price jointly influence consumer satisfaction. The magnitude of the influence of product quality and price on consumer satisfaction is 55%