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This community service activity aims to enhance the capacity of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in preparing financial statements based on the Financial Accounting Standards for Micro, Small, and Medium Entities (SAK EMKM) through the digitalization of financial recording in UMKM Pasadana. The main problems faced by the partners include low accounting literacy, unstructured and simple financial recording practices, and the limited utilization of digital technology in financial management. The implementation method adopts a participatory approach consisting of several stages, namely socialization, training, mentoring, and evaluation. The training focuses on understanding the basic concepts of SAK EMKM and the practical use of simple and applicable digital financial recording applications. Mentoring is conducted directly to ensure that MSME actors are able to implement financial recording independently and sustainably. The results of the activity indicate an improvement in the knowledge and skills of MSME actors in conducting systematic financial recording in accordance with SAK EMKM principles. In addition, MSME actors begin to adopt digital technology in recording transactions, which improves efficiency, accuracy, and transparency of financial statements. This activity also encourages a shift in mindset, where financial recording is no longer viewed as merely administrative, but as a basis for business decision-making. Thus, this community service activity provides a practical contribution to improving the quality of MSME financial management through the integration of accounting literacy and sustainable digital technology utilization.

The Community Partnership Program (PKM) aims to improve the capacity of teachers at Rara Elementary School in understanding and implementing the National Assessment as an educational evaluation tool. The problems faced by partners are limited understanding of the concept of National Assessment and technical skills in managing instruments, analyzing data, and following up on assessment results. The methods used in this activity are participatory-based socialization and technical training involving teachers as active participants. Activities are carried out through material delivery, interactive discussions, and hands-on practice using assessment tools. The results of the activity showed an increase in teachers' knowledge and skills in understanding the National Assessment indicators, developing learning strategies in line with the Pancasila learner profile, and optimizing the use of assessment results to improve the quality of learning in the classroom. Thus, this PKM activity contributed to improving the quality of learning at Rara Elementary School while supporting the achievement of national education standards.

Sugarcane plays crucial and strategic role in the economy as the primary raw material for sugar production, thus ensuring proper procurement of sugarcane in the production process is crucial for smooth and successful production. This study aims to determine the management of sugarcane procurement and the constraints faced in meeting the demand for sugarcane at the Madukismo Sugar Factory in the Special Region of Yogyakarta. The basic method is descriptive. The location was determined intentionally at the Madukismo Sugar Factory in the Special Region of Yogyakarta, research was conducted from December 22, 2021, to January 15, 2022. The sampling technique was purposive sampling. Data collection methods included observation, interviews, and recording. The data analysis method was descriptive. The results of the study indicate that the procurement mechanisms for sugarcane include: factory capacity, planting area, planting schedule, and cutting schedule. Sugarcane planting is carried out in stages, starting from May to December, through partnership plantations and smallholder plantations. Harvesting and delivery of sugarcane to the Madukismo Sugar Factory are carried out in stages to prevent stockpiling of raw materials. Cutting is scheduled according to the harvest schedule, as the sugarcane harvest period is 12 months. Excess sugarcane raw materials at the Madukismo sugar factory will be processed the following day. Obstacles affecting the procurement of sugarcane raw materials at the Madukismo sugar factory include cutting labor, transportation, and the COVID-19 pandemic, which caused difficulties providing harvesting labor, resulting in delayed raw material delivery to the sugar factory in 2020 and 2021.

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are a fundamental pillar of the Indonesian economy, but their potential is often hampered by the digital divide, especially in rural areas. The Quick Response Code Indonesian Standard (QRIS) initiative is a way for the government to encourage digital transformation and make payments more accessible to everyone. This article aims to document and analyse the process and impact of a community service programme that facilitated the adoption of QRIS among 10 MSMEs in Pematang Tengah Village, Tanjung Pura Sub-district. This activity used the Community-Based Participatory Action Research (CBPAR) method, which emphasises active collaboration between the service team and MSME partners. The process included participatory planning, collaborative action in the form of intensive training and mentoring, and joint evaluation. The results showed that all 10 MSME partners successfully adopted and used QRIS for daily transactions. The significant benefits included increased transaction efficiency, improved financial record-keeping, and a more modern business image. The main challenges identified were initial doubts about the technology and unstable internet connectivity, which were successfully mitigated through personalised mentoring based on trust. It was concluded that the CBPAR (Community-Based Participatory Action Research) method is a highly effective framework for implementing technological innovation in rural MSME communities because it not only addresses technical skill gaps but also builds crucial social capital such as trust and digital confidence.

Information systems are an important element in the business world that helps businesses increase work efficiency and reduce human error. In practice, many businesses still produce financial reports manually. Manual preparation of financial reports is inefficient and tends to have a higher potential for delays, lateness, or errors in data entry. This makes the financial reports presented inaccurate and unreliable as a basis for making decisions. To address this problem, a community service program was implemented by designing an accounting system using Microsoft Access, which provides various features that can help users in data processing. The method carried out starts with observation, system design, and evaluation by the partner. The result of implementing this program is that the system designed in Microsoft Access successfully accelerated the work process for partners, making the preparation of financial reports more efficient and timely. The financial reports presented also became more accurate and reliable.      

This community service activity aims to design a prototype of a web-based Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) registration information system at the South Sumatra Provincial Industry Office as an effort to support the improvement of public service quality. The main problem faced by partners is the manual registration and management process for IPR data, which has the potential to cause service delays, data recording errors, and difficulties in monitoring the status of IPR applications. This condition requires an information technology-based solution that can improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and transparency of services. The method used in this community service activity is the prototype method, which includes the stages of problem identification, user needs analysis, system design, and initial evaluation of the resulting prototype. The designed information system prototype includes features for online IPR registration, applicant and document data management, and application status monitoring. The results of the activity indicate that the IPR registration information system prototype is able to provide an overview of digital solutions that are in accordance with partner needs and have the potential to improve service efficiency and ease of data management. This activity is expected to become the basis for the development of a more comprehensive and sustainable IPR information system within the South Sumatra Provincial Industry Office.

The rapid development of digital technology requires greater adaptive capacity in both the economic and educational sectors, including in rural areas. However, limited digital literacy and the continued use of conventional learning methods remain common challenges. This activity aims to enhance the competitiveness of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) as well as the quality of primary education in Baharen Village, Sidamanik District, through the implementation of a Community Service Program (Kuliah Kerja Nyata/KKN). A descriptive qualitative approach with a participatory model was employed, actively involving MSME actors, teachers, and students throughout all stages of the program. The activities included assistance in the digitalization of the MSME Gerai Mumtazah through Google Maps registration and the implementation of the QRIS cashless payment system, as well as the application of interactive learning methods based on joyful learning at the Baharen Village State Elementary School. The results indicate an increase in students’ learning motivation and classroom participation, along with improved accessibility and transaction efficiency for the MSME partner. These findings suggest that community-based participatory service activities can make a tangible contribution to strengthening the local economy and improving the quality of education in rural areas.

This activity was conducted in Timbang Lawan Village, located in Bahorok Sub-district, Langkat Regency, North Sumatra Province. The results of surveys and interviews with partners indicate that most residents, especially housewives, carry out activities at home, work as agricultural laborers, and engage in farming. This situation provides significant opportunities to train and educate them through programs aimed at improving economic conditions and financial independence. However, the main inhibiting factors identified are limited access to information, knowledge, and technology, which hinder their creativity in utilizing leisure time productively. The purpose of this community empowerment program is to provide education and socialization to inspire and empower the community in addressing economic problems through training in making dishwashing liquid. After this activity, it is expected that participants can reduce household expenses by no longer needing to purchase dishwashing liquid on a daily basis. Moreover, if opportunities arise, they may also identify business prospects to develop dishwashing liquid production. The expected benefit of this activity is to foster an entrepreneurial spirit among housewives in Timbang Lawan Village.

This study explores the influence of career factors and economic independence on the phenomenon of late marriage in early adult women (aged 25-35 years) in Indonesia, especially in urban areas of North Sumatra such as Medan. Adopting a mixed-methods design, the study involved a quantitative survey of 250 career female respondents (with age criteria above 25 years old, unmarried, and a minimum income of the city UMR) using the Likert scale to measure career priorities as well as the financial independence index, complemented by logistic regression analysis to test causal relationships. Semi-structural interviews with 20 key informants uncovered an in-depth narrative about the trade-offs between professional ambitions (such as job promotion and income stability) and traditional marriage expectations. Key findings show that women with a bachelor's degree and above and an income of 1.5 times UMR tend to postpone marriage until the average age of 31.4 years, driven by the desire to achieve economic independence (regression coefficient β=0.42, p<0.01) as well as the flexibility of living without partner dependence. However, moderator factors such as Batak or Malay cultural pressures in Medan create internal conflicts, with 68% of respondents reporting social stress from family. Theoretically, the results support role conflict theory in modern family dynamics, while implications include recommendations for work-life balance-based pre-marital counseling programs and corporate policies to support high-quality marriages. This research contributes to the Indonesian family relations literature by highlighting the paradigm shift from patriarchal norms towards gender equality.

The Work Practice Program (KKP) is an academic activity aimed at providing students with real work experience while connecting the theories learned in campus with practical application in the field. This study was conducted at the Investment and One-Stop Integrated Service Office of Serang City, focusing on analyzing the implementation of partnership facilitation, investment achievements, encountered challenges, and efforts to enhance the effectiveness of investment activities. The method used is descriptive qualitative, with data collected through observation and interviews. The results indicate that partnership facilitation has been effective in strengthening cooperation between large businesses and SMEs, as well as supporting regional investment realization. However, some challenges remain, such as limited understanding, data access, and coordination. Efforts to overcome these challenges include improving communication, task comprehension, discipline, and continuous evaluation. This activity plays a crucial role in creating a conducive investment climate, promoting economic growth, and enhancing students’ competencies in facing the workforce.

Hydrometeorological disasters increase the risk of infectious diseases due to environmental changes, damaged sanitation systems, and limited access to health services. These conditions highlight the need to strengthen community-based early detection systems as part of an early warning strategy. This community service activity aims to enhance the capacity of community health volunteers in the early detection and reporting of infectious diseases through the digitalization of a simple surveillance system. The program was implemented in disaster-affected areas, involving community health volunteers as key partners. The methods included health education on post-disaster infectious diseases, technical training on the use of surveillance instruments, and assistance in implementing health surveillance forms in accordance with guidelines from the Ministry of Health of the Republic Indonesia. The results showed a significant improvement in the knowledge of participants, with ≥80% of volunteers passing the post-test evaluation. In addition, participants demonstrated improved skills in recording, identifying symptoms, and systematically reporting infectious disease cases. The digitalization of surveillance forms facilitated real-time data collection and reporting, enabling faster responses to potential outbreaks. This program contributes to strengthening community-based early warning systems and enhancing the role of community health volunteers as the frontline in post-disaster infectious disease control. The implementation of this initiative is expected to support rapid interventions by health service facilities, improve cross-sector coordination, and serve as a replicable model for strengthening community surveillance systems in other disaster-prone areas.

Higher education management at the master's level currently faces urgent challenges, namely learning fatigue and low engagement among professional students, especially in Prior Learning Recognition (RPL) classes. Currently, lecturers still tend to apply conventional learning methods based on static presentations that fail to accommodate andragogical characteristics due to a lack of dynamic interaction. Therefore, this study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the “Humanistic Digital Andragogy” approach through the integration of gamification (Kahoot) and visual thinking (Whimsical) in the Strategic Human Resource Management course. The researchers used a descriptive qualitative design with thematic analysis and collected data through feedback from students in the Master of Management Program (Semarang and Sorong classes). The results revealed that technology served as a double catalyst: Whimsical visualization effectively reduced the cognitive load of complex strategy material, while competition in Kahoot triggered positive adrenaline (eustress) that increased attention. These findings confirm that the success of technology is highly dependent on the role of lecturers as humanistic facilitators (high-touch). This synergy has been proven to change students' perceptions of HRM from merely administrative to strategic partners, as well as creating learning satisfaction that is relevant to the world of work.

This research aims to analyze the implementation of public service innovations through the Cheap Food Movement in realizing sustainable food security in Sorong City. The research uses a qualitative approach, collecting data through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation of key informants at the Sorong City Food Security Office, business actors, and beneficiary communities. Data analysis used the Miles and Huberman model, with triangulation of sources and methods to ensure data validity. The study results show that the Cheap Food Movement has increased community food accessibility through regular implementation, a coordinated distribution system, and partnerships with local farmers. Price affordability is achieved through cross-subsidization and a reduction of up to 30% of the market price in the distribution chain. The program's sustainability is supported by local economic empowerment and multi-stakeholder collaboration. The research implications inform the development of public service innovation models grounded in community needs. The study's limitations lie in its focus on a single region, which limits generalization. Recommendations aim to expand the program's scope, strengthen technology-based monitoring systems, and replicate models in other areas with similar conditions.

The development of the palm oil industry in Indonesia typically relies on collaboration with smallholder farmers, but this collaboration often faces various problems such as poor cultivation techniques, lack of technical guidance, unclear administrative matters, and limited access to certification and markets. This study aims to develop a specific human resource management model to support collaboration with smallholder farmers, thereby improving production yields, sustainability, and engagement in the palm oil supply chain. The method used is a desk study, namely by analyzing and reconstructing information from research results, industry reports, and palm oil certification and sustainability policies. Based on the analysis, a career structure and Human Resource Management functions are proposed, consisting of collaboration supervisors, field officers, capacity training officers, collaboration administration staff, and collaboration/certification managers. This model allows for technical and administrative assistance, training for farmers, collaboration coordination, and certification and compliance management. The implementation of this model is predicted to improve cultivation quality, improve smallholder access to certification and markets, and strengthen the stability and sustainability of the supply chain. Thus, the HR model for smallholders offers a strategic solution to the various challenges of working with smallholders and supports the development of a socially, economically, and environmentally sustainable palm oil agribusiness sector.

The Community Partnership Program (PKM) at Rumah Kopi Banjarsengon (RKB) aims to improve product quality and coffee marketing according to consumer needs. Key activities include production observation, assistance with laboratory testing for nutritional value and shelf life, food safety education, digital marketing training, and the delivery of a 5 kg roasting machine. These efforts have successfully increased production capacity and product quality standards through informative labels. Digital marketing has seen significant progress, with increased social media engagement and broader market reach. Consumer satisfaction surveys have risen from 80 to 97 on a scale of 100. Overall, this PKM program not only supports sustainable coffee business development but also contributes to improving partner competency and strengthening product competitiveness in both local and export markets. RKB is expected to consistently implement digital marketing strategies and product innovation for long-term success. Going forward, RKB is expected to continue implementing digital marketing strategies and product innovation to ensure sustainable business success.

Children with special needs require specialized educational services that accommodate their diverse learning characteristics, and digital-based media offers flexible and adaptive learning opportunities tailored to individual abilities. The digital learning media “Voca Poly” was developed to provide education and practical skills training for blind and physically disabled children, particularly in strengthening knowledge and cooking skills to support independent living. This community service program was implemented through three main stages: preparation, implementation, and evaluation. The preparation stage involved needs assessment, media design, and coordination with partner institutions. The implementation stage included interactive learning sessions using the Voca Poly educational game, focusing on food security concepts through English vocabulary from planting to food processing. The evaluation stage assessed participants’ understanding, engagement, and skill improvement. The results showed increased knowledge of cooking concepts and improved practical skills among participants. Moreover, the game-based approach successfully fostered enthusiasm, motivation, and active participation among visually impaired and physically disabled children.

This study aims to examine the global marketing strategies implemented by The Coca-Cola Company in maintaining its competitive position in international markets. The advancement of globalization requires multinational corporations to design marketing strategies that are not only globally standardized but also adaptable to local market characteristics and consumer needs. This research employs a descriptive qualitative method with a case study approach, conducted through the review of relevant literature, corporate reports, and academic journals. The findings indicate that Coca-Cola’s success in global marketing is supported by strong brand differentiation, an extensive global distribution network through partnerships with bottlers, and the application of the glocalization concept, which balances standardization and adaptation within the marketing mix. Furthermore, market expansion strategies are implemented systematically through the selection of target markets based on growth potential, accessibility, and competitive intensity. The study also reveals that the country of origin image of the United States serves as a positive brand asset by creating aspirational value and quality perceptions across various markets, although in certain contexts it also presents challenges that require strategic management. Overall, this study confirms that Coca-Cola’s global marketing strategy is capable of achieving sustainable competitive advantage through the integration of strong global branding, product innovation, and responsiveness to local market dynamics.

The retail grocery business is an important part of the traditional market economy. However, most micro-businesses still face limitations in financial management and inventory control. This community service activity aims to improve the capacity of retail grocery businesses in Bolu Market, Tallunglipu District, through assistance with simple financial record-keeping and inventory management based on sales data. The implementation methods included observation, socialization, training, and direct assistance to business partners. The results of the activity showed an increase in the partners' understanding of the importance of financial recording and inventory, as well as their initial ability to implement daily business recording. This activity contributed to improving business efficiency and supporting the sustainability of micro businesses in traditional markets. Furthermore, business partners have demonstrated improvements in more structured inventory management, resulting in reduced waste and stock discrepancies. This initiative is expected to have a long-term impact on developing the capacity of micro-entrepreneurs in traditional markets.

Fine motor development is a fundamental prerequisite for academic readiness and independence in early childhood. Still, currently, challenges such as sedentary behaviour and screen exposure hinder the optimisation of these abilities. This community service program aims to implement a Play-Based Learning model of fine-motor stimulation to improve the physical and academic readiness of children at Tamalate State Kindergarten in Makassar City. The intervention program was conducted over two weeks through three main stimulation zones: Texture Zone (playdough and finger painting), Precision Zone (beading, origami, and cutting), and Manipulative Zone (busy board and puzzles). The target subjects were children in group B with fine-motor impairments, and the study evaluated 20 children using periodic observation checklists. The results showed a significant transformation, with 95% of children (19 out of 20 participants) experiencing an increase in achievement from the Starting to Develop (MB) category to Developing as Expected (BSH) and Developing Very Well (BSB). These findings confirm that a structured intervention through play zones is not only effective in strengthening intrinsic hand muscles and eye-hand coordination but also in building children's resilience and perseverance in learning. The program recommends integrating a micro-curriculum based on stimulation zones into daily learning plans and strengthening partnerships with parents to maintain consistency in children's development.

This community service program aimed to implement the ESB Point of Sales (POS) application as a tool for financial digitalization at The Houseplants Coffee, an MSME located on Bengawan Street No. 16, Bandung City. The main problems faced by the partner included manual transaction recording, limited sales information, and weak control over inventory and cash flow. A Participatory Action Research approach was applied by involving the owner and staff in all stages of the program, including problem identification, planning, implementation, mentoring, and evaluation. The results indicate improved transaction recording accuracy, better inventory monitoring, and the availability of digital-based sales reports. The mentoring process also led to changes in work behavior, the establishment of new technology-based practices, and the emergence of a local leader supporting system sustainability. These findings demonstrate that integrating POS technology with a participatory approach effectively promotes sustainable digital transformation in MSMEs.