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Indonesia is one of the world's main producers of cinnamon (Cinnamomum burmannii), but in the last five years, Indonesian cinnamon exports have decreased by around 10.13% per year. This decline is influenced by various factors that are closely related to competitiveness. As one of the plantation sub-sector commodities, cinnamon plays an important role in national economic development, especially in improving people's welfare. Cinnamon is used as an ingredient in food, beverages, medicines, cosmetics, and other industries. In addition to supporting income, this plant also contributes to environmental preservation, especially in river basins and conservation areas.Most of Indonesia's cinnamon exports come from areas such as Kerinci, West Sumatra, Central Java, and Yogyakarta, which are dominated by smallholder plantations. One of the MSMEs in Simarito Village, North Sumatra, is a cinnamon exporter with a capacity of 500-1000 tons per year. The success of this MSME is supported by the implementation of an effective STP (Segmentation, Targeting, Positioning) marketing strategy, product innovation, and a focus on quality and customer satisfaction. In an increasingly competitive market, developing marketing strategies and improving quality are the main keys to maintaining the sustainability of Indonesian cinnamon exports.

This study aims to determine the influence of factors from Integrated Quality Management and Business Process Quality Engineering to achieve Intention Customer PO. Respondents from this study were 61 respondents and this study used a quantitative approach. Integrated Quality Management or Total Quality Management (TQM) and Business Process Quality Engineering or Business Process Reengineering (BPR) are two strategic approaches and can be used synergistically to achieve Customer Purchase Order (PO) fulfillment with high efficiency and effectiveness. This research examines the influence of implementing Total Quality Management (TQM) and business process quality engineering on customer intention to repurchase (intention customer PO) for sweetened condensed milk products at PT. Indofood. The research results show that the implementation of TQM and business process quality engineering together can increase intention customer PO. Increased customer satisfaction is a crucial factor in achieving intention customer PO. This research contributes to PT. Indofood by providing an understanding of the importance of implementing TQM and business process quality engineering in achieving intention customer PO, providing empirical data to develop more effective marketing strategies, and providing recommendations to improve product and service quality, as well as customer satisfaction

This study examines the impact of implementing E-Business systems on Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (UMKM) in Indonesia, highlighting the challenges and opportunities presented by the digital era. The aim of this research is to identify the benefits of E-Business for UMKM, assess the barriers to its adoption, and propose strategies for effective implementation. A qualitative research method was employed, utilizing literature review and thematic analysis to gather relevant data from various sources. The findings indicate that E-Business can significantly enhance market access, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction for UMKM. However, challenges such as limited knowledge and technological resources hinder effective implementation. This study concludes that UMKM should invest in training programs to improve digital skills and collaborate with the private sector to enhance digital infrastructure. It is recommended that UMKM focus on creative content development and engage with younger generations for effective marketing through social media.

This study analyzes the influence of ease of use and security on customer satisfaction with the mobile banking services of Bank Sumsel Babel Syariah, particularly among students of the Faculty of Islamic Economics and Business at UIN Raden Fatah Palembang. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected through questionnaires from 100 respondents. The results indicate that ease of use does not have a significant effect, while security has a positive and significant impact. Collectively, ease of use, security, and trust contribute 78.5% to customer satisfaction variability. The study recommends enhancing security systems and usability of the mobile banking application, as well as educating customers on safe usage practices.

This research aims to analyze the influence of Brand Image and Product Quality on Repurchase Intention which is mediated by Customer Satisfaction in Maxx Coffee Customers. This research involved 120 respondents selected using convenience sampling techniques. Data collection was carried out through a cross-sectional questionnaire or one shot study. The research instrument was tested for validity and reliability. Data analysis was carried out using verification analysis including multiple regression analysis and Sobel test. The research results show that Brand Image has a positive and significant effect on Customer Satisfaction, Product Quality has a positive and significant effect on Customer Satisfaction, Brand Image has no positive and significant effect on Repurchase Intention, Product Quality has a positive and significant effect on Repurchase Intention, Customer Satisfaction has a positive effect and significant on Repurchase Intention, and Customer Satisfaction does not mediate the influence of Brand Image and Product Quality on Repurchase Intention.

This study aims to analyze the impact of effort expectancy, perceived enjoyment, and performance expectancy on behavioral intention through customer satisfaction in the use of digital fintech services, with a particular focus on Generation X (ages 44-59). Data were collected through a questionnaire adapted from the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) model, involving 175 Generation X respondents in Indonesia. The sampling method used was non-probability sampling with a purposive sampling technique. Data analysis was conducted using Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM PLS) with Smart PLS software. The results of the study show that perceived enjoyment does not have a significant effect on behavioral intention, and effort expectancy does not significantly affect customer satisfaction. However, effort expectancy, performance expectancy, and customer satisfaction have a significant effect on behavioral intention. Perceived enjoyment and performance expectancy significantly influence customer satisfaction. On the other hand, effort expectancy does not significantly affect behavioral intention through customer satisfaction, while perceived enjoyment and performance expectancy significantly affect behavioral intention through customer satisfaction

This study explores the implementation of the Midtrans payment gateway system on the Bloxstore.id website using the Prototyping method. The main objective is to enhance the website's payment transaction process by integrating an efficient and secure payment gateway. The Prototyping method was chosen for its iterative approach, which allows for continuous feedback and system refinement. This research demonstrates how the integration of Midtrans improves the user experience by streamlining the payment process and offering various payment options. The results indicate significant improvements in transaction speed, security, and user satisfaction. This study’s findings are valuable for e-commerce platforms looking to optimize their payment systems and build customer trust through secure and efficient transaction methods.

Service quality is a crucial element in determining the level of customer satisfaction in the banking sector. This study aims to analyze the relationship between service quality and customer satisfaction in Indonesian banks. The main focus lies on how banks are able to create quality services to maintain customer loyalty. This article uses the literature review method to identify factors that influence service quality, strategies implemented, and perceived benefits. The results show that service quality has a significant effect on the level of customer satisfaction. Service improvement strategies such as technology development, employee training, and effective communication are the keys to success.

Previous research has extensively observed how International Environmental Standards, commonly known as ISO 14000. However, research on the influence between X1, X2, and Y at PT. Futaba Industrial Indonesia has not been conducted before.  Therefore, this study aims to analyze the influence of the work environment and customer satisfaction on the implementation of the ISO 14000 environmental management system.  Using a quantitative approach, data were collected through questionnaires distributed to 52 respondents, consisting of employees at various levels of positions using the Simple Random Sampling technique.  The research results show that the work environment variable has a significant impact on the implementation of ISO 14000.  In addition, customer satisfaction also becomes an important factor in supporting the success of this system.  This research emphasizes the importance of good workplace environmental management and improving customer satisfaction to ensure optimal environmental sustainability through the implementation of the international ISO 14000 standards.

This study aims to examine the effect of a positive work environment on customer satisfaction through the implementation of Total Quality Management (TQM) in MSMEs in Cikarang. A positive work environment is measured through [light, sound, etc.]. Customer satisfaction is measured through [conformity to expectations, interest in returning, etc.]. The research method used is quantitative by distributing questionnaires. The results of the study are expected to contribute to the development of a more effective TQM strategy in improving company performance.

The growth of e-commerce in Indonesia has led to the emergence of various online shopping platforms, with Shopee being one of the most popular in Semarang City. User reviews on the Shopee application serve as a valuable data source for analyzing customer satisfaction levels; however, the large volume of data requires a systematic and accurate analytical approach. This study aims to analyze user review sentiments of the Shopee application using three machine learning algorithms: Random Forest, Naïve Bayes, and Support Vector Machine (SVM), as well as comparing the accuracy of these three algorithms. This research utilized 1000 reviews collected through web scraping from the Play Store, which were categorized into three classifications: positive, neutral, and negative sentiments. The analysis process encompassed pre-processing stages, feature extraction using TF-IDF, and classification using Random Forest, Naïve Bayes, and Support Vector Machine algorithms. The results demonstrated that the Random Forest algorithm achieved the highest accuracy at 96.19%, followed by Support Vector Machine with 95.71% accuracy, and Naïve Bayes with 84.76% accuracy. This research highlights the effectiveness of Random Forest and SVM in classifying user review sentiments towards the Shopee application.

Digital transformation in educational services is an important need to improve efficiency and user satisfaction, especially in Islamic boarding schools. One of these innovations is the SISANTRI application used at the Darussalam Blokagung Islamic Boarding School, Banyuwangi, to facilitate the management of information and transactions for guardians of students. However, the effectiveness of this application still faces challenges, such as stagnation in feature development and negative reviews from users.This study aims to analyze the influence of E-Servqual, E-WOM, and E-Trust on E-Customer Satisfaction. Then, analyze the influence of E-Servqual, E-WOM, E-Trust, and E-Customer Satisfaction on customer loyalty. And analyze the role of E-Customer Satisfaction as a mediator of the influence of E-Servqual, E-WOM, and E-Trust on customer loyalty.The research method used is exploratory research and a quantitative approach with data collected through questionnaires distributed to 364 guardians of students selected using the Proportional Stratified Random Sampling technique. The research instrument uses a Likert scale to measure research variables. Then, the collected data is analyzed through several stages, namely determining the value of the variables, testing the research instrument (validity and reliability tests), path analysis using the Partial Least Square (PLS) method, hypothesis testing, and path calculations.The results of the study showed that E-Servqual, E-WOM, and E-Trust significantly influenced E-Customer Satisfaction. In addition, E-Servqual, E-WOM, E-Trust, and E-Customer Satisfaction significantly influenced customer loyalty. Then, customer satisfaction was not able to be a mediating variable between E-Servqual, E-WOM, E-Trust, and customer loyalty, but still contributed to loyalty directly.It can be concluded that improving E-Servqual, E-WOM, and E-Trust is very important to strengthen E-Customer Satisfaction and Customer Loyalty, although E-Customer Satisfaction does not mediate the relationship. Further development should be focused on improving these three main factors that affect customer loyalty.

This study aims to analyze consumer desires and satisfaction with Mochi Crackers innovation products using the Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) and Importance Performance Analysis (IPA) approaches. Indonesia's food and beverage sector, especially snacks, continues to grow by creating innovative products such as Mochi Crackers, which adapts the traditional mochi snack into a modern product with a longer shelf life and crunchy texture. A survey was conducted involving 50 respondents from various backgrounds, using a Likert scale to measure the level of satisfaction and importance of product attributes. The results showed that the majority of consumers were attracted to this product because of its practicality, taste, and affordable price. Through the CSI analysis, a satisfaction index was obtained which shows the overall level of consumer satisfaction. Meanwhile, IPA analysis identifies product attributes that need to be improved to improve product quality and competitiveness in the market. This study provides recommendations to Mochi Crackers manufacturers to focus on improving the quality of packaging and promotion to strengthen the product's position in the market.

This study aims to analyze the service management strategies implemented by PT Gojek Indonesia to enhance customer satisfaction. Using a qualitative approach based on literature review, the research explores the relationship between service quality, service diversification, and technological innovation in shaping customer experiences. The findings reveal that service management strategies, such as quick booking features, real-time tracking, and digital payment solutions via GoPay, significantly influence customer satisfaction. Service variations like Go-Ride, Go-Car, and Go-Food enable Gojek to meet diverse customer needs, while a focus on reliability and security assurance fosters user loyalty. The study highlights the importance of continuous innovation and quality improvement to maintain Gojek's competitive position in the online transportation service market.

This study discusses the role of service quality in increasing customer satisfaction with a case study at McDonald's. Service quality is an important factor in the fast food restaurant industry, especially to create positive experiences, loyalty, and customer satisfaction. Through a qualitative approach based on literature review, this study analyzes service dimensions, such as speed, responsibility, and staff attitude that affect customer experience. The results of this study indicate that speed of service, employee friendliness, and product consistency are the main factors in shaping customer satisfaction at McDonald's. Therefore, the use of technology such as self-ordering machines and application-based services contribute significantly to increasing efficiency and customer satisfaction. McDonald's also strives to maintain standards of efficiency and customer comfort facilities. This study emphasizes the importance of consistently improving service quality in creating loyalty and strengthening brand image amidst competitive competition.

This study aims to analyze the effect of management development on improving service quality in grilled chicken MSMEs. The research method used is a quantitative approach with survey techniques on a number of grilled chicken MSMEs. The results showed that management development, which includes aspects of resource management, operational system development, and customer satisfaction, has a significant effect on service quality. These findings are expected to be a reference for MSME players in increasing competitiveness through structured management improvements. The implication of this study is the importance of continuous management improvement in improving service quality.

This study aims to determine how much influence Service Excellent and Relationship Marketing have on Customer Satisfaction of PT Bank Sumsel Babel Syariah KC Palembang. The population in this study amounted to 5239 customers with incidental sampling method using the formula obtained a sample of 100 respondents. This research uses quantitative methods, primary data which is then processed using IBM SPSS 25. The T test results show that service excellent has a significant effect on customer satisfaction, relationship marketing has a significant effect on customer satisfaction, service excellent and relationship marketing have a joint effect on customer satisfaction. Proven by the coefficient of determination of 63.8% while the remaining 36.2% is influenced by other variables.

This study aims to analyze the impact of product quality and service quality on customer satisfaction at Mie Gacoan Cikarang. The identified problem in this study is how these two factors influence customer experience and loyalty to the restaurant. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method with a case study approach, where data was collected through in-depth interviews with customers and direct observations at the location. Based on the analysis, product quality, including taste, texture, and consistency, has a significant impact on customer satisfaction, with 80% of respondents expressing satisfaction with the products offered. Additionally, service quality, which includes speed, efficiency, and staff friendliness, also plays an important role in creating a positive experience for customers. The results of this study indicate that improving both product and service quality directly contributes to customer satisfaction and has the potential to increase customer loyalty. These findings provide recommendations for Mie Gacoan Cikarang management to maintain and enhance product and service quality in order to strengthen customer attraction and loyalty.

PT. Pelayaran Nasional Indonesia (PELNI) is a company engaged in the field of marine transportation services, namely passenger ships, roro ships, container ships, pioneer ships and so on. Therefore, the importance of "service" to customer satisfaction (passengers) is very influential. Customer service can be defined as all forms of customer service in the form of services and in the form of goods which in principle are the responsibility and are carried out by PT. Pelayaran Nasional Indonesia (PELNI) Medan Branch, in order to fulfill the needs of the community and comply with regulations and laws.

This study aims to analyze the impact of product quality and customer satisfaction on the competitiveness of KFC and Sabana, considering the implementation of ISO 9000 standards. Using a survey method, data were collected from 30 respondents who are customers of both brands. The analysis results indicate that product quality has a significant effect on customer satisfaction, which in turn contributes to enhancing the competitiveness of both companies. KFC, known for its consistency and product innovation, demonstrates higher competitiveness compared to Sabana. However, Sabana also shows commendable efforts in improving quality and customer satisfaction. These findings emphasize the importance of implementing ISO 9000 quality management standards in enhancing product quality and customer satisfaction as key factors in maintaining competitiveness in the fast-food industry. This research provides insights for companies to focus more on quality improvement and service for long-term success.