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This research aims to determine the effect of online transportation on labor absorption in Kupang City. This research was conducted on online application drivers in Kupang City, namely Grab, Maxim and InDrive. The number of samples studied was 32 respondents. This research uses a quantitative research approach. The sampling technique for this research uses a non-probability technique, namely the incidental sampling technique. Data analysis used in quantitative methods is validity testing, reliability testing, simple linear regression, and hypothesis testing using the Statistical Package for Social Science 26.0 for Windows (SPSS 26) tool. The test results show that the online transportation variable has an effect on labor absorption. Other findings show that online transportation simultaneously influences labor absorption with a coefficient of determination of 68.6%.

This research investigates the impact of service quality on customer satisfaction at PT. Pawnshop. Through analysis of survey data, it was found that service quality, including responsiveness, reliability, assurance, empathy, and physical evidence, positively influences customer satisfaction. These results provide insight for PT. Pawnshops to improve their services, strengthen ties with customers, and increase customer satisfaction. The type of research used in this research is qualitative research with descriptive methods. The descriptive method is considered suitable for explaining the influence of service quality on customer satisfaction at PT. Pawnshop. The data in this research report was obtained in accordance with books, journals, articles, theses, the internet and so on related to the research topic. The results of the research and discussion can be concluded from the five dimensions of service quality, the most important dimension for customers is guarantee, because customers prioritize security, comfort and trust in transactions with PT. Pawnshop. Conclusion This research has the implication that PT. Pegadaian must maintain and improve service quality to achieve higher customer satisfaction. PT. Pegadaian must also strengthen relationships with customers by providing services that are in line with customer expectations and needs                                                                              

This article explores the critical role of communication and collaboration technologies, especially Microsoft Lync (now known as Microsoft Teams), in the context of a constantly changing business environment.  This study aims to analyze how Microsoft Lync influences the transformation of business communication and its impact on today’s digital work environment.  The introduction of Microsoft Lync, its evolution to Microsoft Teams, and its critical role in supporting modern business communications are discussed in detail.  This study uses qualitative research methods by analyzing various sources such as scientific journals, books, and indexed trusted websites.  This approach helps in understanding the transformation of communication and collaboration with Microsoft Lync as an intermediary tool.  This article covers the benefits of Microsoft Lync, best practices for using it, and negative impacts to be aware of.  The features of Microsoft Lync, how to use them, and their key role in enhancing communication and collaboration in business environments are emphasized.  This article also provides insight into the history of Microsoft Lync’s evolution to Microsoft Teams, and the challenges that may arise in using it.  By highlighting its important role, this research conveys a better understanding of how technologies such as Microsoft Lync have changed the way communication and collaboration work in the business world.

From the explanation and research process carried out by the researcher, it is known that the Integrated Curriculum Method for class VII students at MTs Jam'iyah Mahmudiyah Tanjung Pura is very well implemented because it is able to improve learning outcomes. students who can be seen in the implementation of the second cycle. Students' understanding of learning is better with the implementation of the Integrated Curriculum method compared to the usual or conventional learning methods that have been applied so far. It can be concluded that the Integrated Curriculum method is effective. Efforts to improve student learning outcomes in learning moral aqidah in class VII MTs Jam'iyah Mahmudiyah Tanjung Pura were successfully carried out by implementing the Integrated Curriculum method in accordance with the plans that had been made. Efforts are made to actively involve students in every learning activity and explore students' potential so that students' creativity emerges. The increase in student learning outcomes by applying the Integrated Curriculum method is known through the student activity sheets that have been created and show good improvement through the application of the Integrated Curriculum method. Increasing student creativity in learning also influences student learning outcomes which also increase. In learning, students appear more active and enthusiastic in following the lesson material provided by the teacher in the learning process in class.   

This study aims to examine the Influence of Accountability, Transparency, and Human Resource Quality on Employee Performance (A Study in the Villages of Langsa Lama Sub-District, Langsa City). The sample selection in this research utilized purposive sampling, with a total of 75 respondents. Data collection was carried out through the distribution of questionnaires. The obtained data were analyzed using the Statistical Product and Service Solutions (SPSS) program. The analytical methods employed in this study included validity testing, classical assumption testing, and multiple linear regression analysis. The research results indicate that accountability significantly influences employee performance, as evidenced by the t-sig value of 0.000 < 0.05. Transparency does not have a significant impact on employee performance, with a t-sig value of 0.130 > 0.05. Human Resource Quality significantly affects employee performance, as indicated by the t-sig value of 0.007 < 0.05. Simultaneously, accountability, transparency, and human resource quality collectively have a significant influence on employee performance, as demonstrated by the results of the F-test with a significance value of 0.000 < 0.05.     

Teaching methods are the way teachers deliver learning material in every face-to-face meeting with students. Creative, professional teachers are required to develop approaches and choose effective teaching methods to create a conducive and enjoyable learning climate. To avoid boredom in learning, teachers can choose a method that suits the subject or sub-subject at the same time and place at once, because there are strengths and weaknesses in each teaching method. Teaching methods that are suitable for certain subjects are characterized by high student learning achievement in each learning evaluation implementation. Another factor that influences learning outcomes is achievement motivation. In the learning process, achievement motivation is very important to give to students. This is intended to stimulate students' creativity and willingness to participate in learning activities. Achievement motivation is the desire to complete something to achieve a standard of success, and to make an effort to achieve success    

This research aims to explore how talent management impacts employee retention. This research uses quantitative and qualitative approach with literature review as the data collection method, so the data obtained is secondary data. Based on the 10 research articles that have been collected, talent management strategy influences employee retention, which is also related to employee satisfaction and engagement in an organization. The results showed that employee satisfaction and employee engagement positively influence employee retention. Employee satisfaction and involvement can be in the form of work fields that match their skills and knowledge, compensation given in accordance with workload, superior leadership and organizational culture, supervisor support and attention, as well as supportive communication in the work environment. The conclusion is that it is important for organizations to implement effective talent management strategies in managing their employees.

Analysis of Working Capital on Profitability Levels at PT. Gaya Makmur Tractors Makassar, Thesis for the Management Study Program at the Indonesian Educational Institute of Management Science College (STIM-LPI) Makassar. (supervised by Dra. Pra Gemini, M.Si and Fausiah, S.E., M.Si). This research aims to determine how working capital influences the level of profitability at PT. Gaya Makmur Tractors Makassar. The type of research used in this research is quantitative. The data processed is the financial report of PT. Gaya Makmur Tractors Makassar for 2019-2021 which consists of a profit and loss report and balance sheet. The research results of the current ratio are stated to be good because they continue to increase every year 2019-2021 and exceed the internal average standard in 2020 and 2021. On the activity ratio with measurements using the NWC Turnover ratio can be said to be quite good because it exceeds the internal average, although it experienced a decline in 2020 of 368% but rose again to 430% in 2021. The profitability ratio with Return On Investment is said to be not good because it is below the internal average . Return on Equity is said to be not good, although it has increased in 2019 and 2021, this ratio is still below the internal average. Gross Profit Margin is also still said to be not good or not optimal because it experienced ups and downs from 2019-2021, namely 173%, 181%, 175%, although in 2020 it experienced an increase and was above the internal average of 176.3% but in 2021 experienced another decline and was below the internal average. Net Profit Margin is also said to be not good because it is still below the internal average.  

This article focuses on the concept of authentic faith in the Christian context, discusses suffering, and explores how faith influences the way an individual confronts life's challenges. Genuine Christian faith is portrayed as a belief that goes beyond the intellectual realm and is reflected in a person's daily actions. The Letter of James emphasizes the importance of facing suffering with joy and how it tests one's faith and endurance. Suffering is described as a test that can examine and strengthen a person's faith. It is seen as a consequence of humanity's fall into sin but is also considered a part of God's salvation plan. Through suffering, God's compassion for humanity is revealed, and suffering becomes an essential element in spiritual growth and maturity. Strong faith, endurance, and patience help transform suffering into happiness. Furthermore, the article delves into the theological perspectives and historical context of the Letter of James, as well as James' efforts to correct misconceptions about the nature of faith that saves a person. Overall, the article provides deep insights into the concept of genuine faith and how faith can impact the way individuals confront challenges and attain true happiness in Christ.

The Effect Of Use Of Lung Mask Fixation On The Accuracy Of Targeted Irradiation In Lung Cancer Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (Imrt) Technique In The Department Of Radiation Oncology, Jakarta General Hospital. Lung cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in one or both lungs. While normal cells in the lungs usually develop and reproduce to form healthy lung tissue, these abnormal cells actually reproduce more quickly and are never able to become normal lung tissue. As a result, lumps of cancer cells are formed, which are often referred to as tumors. (4) Radiotherapy is a form of therapy that has been proven to be useful in treating cancer. The aim of radiotherapy is to provide safe, accurate and efficient radiation doses to treat various types of cancer and also non-malignant disorders (7). Carrying out radiotherapy for lung cancer involves the use of immobilization devices, one of which is a thermoplastic mask. This mask functions to reduce the patient's body movements, including movements caused by breathing (9). Verification is a critical stage in the radiotherapy process. The purpose of this verification is to ensure that there are no significant differences in the exposure carried out (14). Giving the right dose of radiotherapy radiation is very necessary to achieve successful therapeutic treatment. The accuracy of dosing and the accuracy of the patient's position influence the dose distribution that will be received by the patient. This verification is based on the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Human Health Series No. 31 of 2016 with a displacement value of 0.3cm (15). EPID (Electronic Portal Imaging Device) is an additional device connected to the LINAC (Linear Accelerator) radiotherapy device. EPID functions as a verification tool for radiation dose and geometry which is very important in the radiotherapy process (16). The accuracy of the patient's position during radiation treatment greatly influences the accuracy of the IMRT technique. Before irradiation, verification is carried out using an EPID (Electronic Portal Imaging Device) to ensure the correct target position on the tumor. This helps measure the x, y, and z axis coordinates along the radiation area before the radiation procedure begins.

The background of this research aims to determine and analyze the influence of the marketing mix, which includes promotional variables, halal labels and product variants on purchasing decisions for a product through brand image in the Medan Muslim community. The research approach taken was to use a quantitative-descriptive approach using the path analysis method. Path analysis is an extension of the use of regression analysis which aims to estimate the direct or indirect influence of the variables hypothesized in the research. Based on the test results, it can be concluded that promotions, halal labels and product variants have a significant effect on product brand image. It was also found that there was a significant influence between promotions, product variants and brand image on purchasing decisions, while the halal label did not have a significant influence on purchasing decisions for Natur products in the Muslim community of Medan. It is hoped that Natur can maintain and improve the promotional strategies carried out by holding various activities to portray a positive brand attitude towards consumers, because this greatly influences purchasing decisions.

Companies or agencies/organizations must have quality human resources (HR) to achieve good performance results so that the company or agency/organization can achieve its goals. One way for companies/agencies/organizations to improve employee performance is by paying attention to the employee's work environment in the office to create a comfortable atmosphere for employees in carrying out their work. This research aims to find out how the work environment influences employee performance. This research used a simple random sampling technique (simple random sampling), with a sample of 34 respondents from the Office of the Financial and Development Supervisory Agency (BPKP) representing the province of South Sulawesi. This research uses quantitative, descriptive methods and the analysis used in this research is simple linear regression analysis. The results of the descriptive analysis in this research show that from the analysis of the coefficient of determination the R-square value is 0.380, meaning that 38% of employee performance is influenced by the work environment, the remaining 62% is influenced by variables other than the work environment. Likewise, the results of the t test (hypothesis) show that the t-count is greater than the t-table (4.433 > 1.691) and the significance is smaller than 0.05 (0.000 < 0.05), then H0 is accepted (there is an influence of variable Y). Thus, companies/agencies/organizations need to consider the work environment as a factor that can improve performance.

The profitability of a company is used to evaluate or measure whether profits have increased in relation to the seller's total assets and equity capital, whether the company makes a profit, and the profits earned. Company profits are used for the welfare of the company itself. Apart from that, profit also plays an important role in determining the success of a business and as a tool for managerial decision-making. The three objectives of this research are: the effect of asset growth on company profitability; the effect of capital structure on company profitability; and the effect of liquidity on company profitability; In this study, 87 companies registered in oil, gas and geothermal mining were listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange from 2018 to 2022. Samples taken according to the criteria were collected using a purposive sampling technique. The samples collected included 42 companies, and a total of 210 data were processed. This research analysis uses multiple linear regression analysis, along with descriptive statistical tests, classical assumption tests, and hypothesis tests. The analytical tool used is SPSS version 25. The research results show that only one factor influences the company's profitability, namely asset growth. Capital structure and liquidity, on the other hand, do not affect a company's profitability. Asset growth has a positive impact, while capital structure and liquidity have a negative impact.

Social interaction skills are very necessary in the surrounding environment because social interaction influences many things, one of which is individual behavior. If the individual has good social interaction skills then adaptation to the environment and behavior will be good. The phenomenon that occurs in many schools is that students with poor social interaction skills influence their behavior, where bullying behavior occurs. This research aims to determine the relationship between social interaction skills and bullying behavior of students at SMP N 40 Batam City. This research method is correlational with a sample size of 201 respondents. The research results showed that the average of students who experienced social interaction skills was in the good range, namely 101 respondents (50.2%) and bullying behavior was also found in the high category, namely 104 respondents (51.7%). The results of this research using chi square test analysis showed that there was a relationship between students' social interaction abilities and bullying behavior in students at SMP N 40 Batam City. The conclusion is that there is a relationship between social interaction skills and bullying behavior in students at SMP N 40 Batam City in 2023. Suggestions for students to further improve their social interaction skills, especially in the environment to avoid bullying behavior because if bullying behavior occurs, students will experience difficulties in interacting with each other. each other.

Background. Non-contrast head CT scans utilizing X-rays are considered the gold standard in emergency units for patients with clinical head injuries. Rotation time is a parameter that influences the radiation dose received by patients. This study aims to evaluate the impact of rotation time on patient radiation doses, emphasizing the ALARA principle. The research findings can assist in optimizing CT scan settings to reduce radiation doses without compromising image quality.. Methods: This quantitative research employs an experimental approach to investigate the influence of rotation time variations on CTDI (CT dose index) and DLP (dose leght product) in non-contrast head CT scans. Results: Calculation of CTDI and DLP values to assess the impact of rotation time variations, using two variations, 1 s and 1.5 s, yielded the following results: CTDI and DLP for 1 s were 20.30 mGy and 239.54 mGycm, respectively, while CTDI and DLP for 1.5 s were 20.43 mGy and 249.26 mGycm. Conclusion: Rotation time variations affect CTDI and DLP values in non-contrast head CT scans, although both values tend to remain stabel. A rotation time of 1 s is considered optimal for CTDI and DLP in non-contrast head CT scans at the Radiology Department of Sunset Vet Kuta Animal Hospital.

This research aims to analyze the influence of communication competence, organizational culture, and professionalism of public relations officers on the quality of public service in the era of artificial intelligence. The study employs a quantitative method through descriptive analysis, and data collection is conducted online by distributing questionnaires using the Microsoft Forms platform with a Likert scale ranging from 1 to 5. Purposive Sampling is used as the sampling technique, and a total of 100 respondents aged 17-30 who have undergone internship or are currently employed were obtained. The data is processed using the SmartPLS application program with SEM. The research findings indicate that communication competence has a significant impact on the quality of public service. When someone chooses words carefully and treats others with courtesy, it can build trust, respect, and comfort in social interactions. Organizational culture also plays a crucial role in the quality of public service by fostering trust, mutual respect, and cooperation among employees. The study concludes that the professionalism of PROs influences the quality of public service. If the professionalism of PROs improves, the level of service quality will be high, and conversely, if it decreases, the level of service quality will also decline..      

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 purpose of this research is to determine the influence of learning motivation and style in learning on learning outcomes. The type of research that will be carried out is using quantitative research methods with descriptive analysis. Data collection was carried out through a questionnaire which was measured using a Likert scale from one to five for 100 respondents with the criteria being students aged 18-22 years. The data analysis technique that will be used in this research is the Outer Model with calculations of Convergent Reliability, Discriminant Validity, Composite Reliability, Cronbach's Alpha and Inner Model with T statistics, R-Square and VIF calculations using SmartPLS 4 tools. The results of the research show that learning motivation influences learning achievement because of the accuracy factor in collecting assignments, this has high motivation. Learning style has no effect on learning achievement because it is caused by the very minimal study time that students spend. Apart from that, learning motivation and learning style together influence student learning achievement.    

The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of profit persistence, book tax differences, and capital structure on the earnings response coefficient in property and real estate sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX). The research time period used is 5 years, namely the period 2018-2022. The sampling technique uses purposive sampling technique. Based on the established criteria, 13 companies were obtained. The type of data used is secondary data obtained from the Indonesia Stock Exchange website. The analysis method used is panel data regression analysis. The results showed that Profit Persistence influences the Earning Response Coefficient. Book Tax Different and Capital Structure have no effect on the Earning Response Coefficient.    

The research was motivated by post-stay guest complaints regarding the decision to stay and one of the factors, namely brand image hotel. This research was conducted with the aim of exploring how far brand image can influence the decisions of guests who choose to stay at Four Points by Sheraton Batam. This research is quantitative and uses a causal associative method. The population that is the focus of the research is guests who have had the experience of staying at the Four Points by Sheraton brand. In this research, samples were taken from 98 respondents using the purposive sampling method. Our research instrument is a questionnaire designed with a Likert scale. The data obtained will be analyzed using SPSS version 26.00 software, and the results of the analysis will be presented in tabular form. Research results included brand image (X) at Four Points by Sheraton Batam in the good category with a percentage of 35.7%. Guest Decision to Stay (Y) at Four Points by Sheraton Batam in the good category 43.9%. Simple regression test with T test on variables brand image influences the guest's decision variables to stay at Four Points by Sheraton Batam. Variable F value brand image (X) has a simultaneous impact on the guest's decision to stay (Y) at Four Points by Sheraton Batam. Adj Value R square 0.796 means variabel brand Image 79.6% influence on guests' decision to stay at Four Points by Sheraton Batam and 20.4% impact from different variables.