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Chili pepper (Capsicum annuum L.) is recognized as one of the horticultural commodities with significant economic value and an important contribution to food security in Indonesia. However, conventional cultivation practices still face various challenges, including limited land availability, climate uncertainty, and disturbances from plant pests and diseases. These conditions highlight the need for the implementation of innovative technologies to improve production efficiency while maintaining yield stability. One approach that has been increasingly developed is the hydroponic system, a cultivation technique that does not rely on soil as a growing medium but instead utilizes nutrient solutions as the primary source of essential elements. This article aims to examine various aspects of hydroponic chili cultivation, including the roles and benefits of the plant, different types of hydroponic systems, abiotic and biotic stress factors, and cultivation management strategies. Based on the review conducted, hydroponic systems, when supported by optimal nutrient management and environmental conditions, are capable of enhancing both the yield and quality of chili plants. Therefore, the development of hydroponic-based chili cultivation is considered to have promising prospects as a solution to support sustainable agriculture in the future.

This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of public services at the Samarinda Public Service Mall in realizing the principles of good governance. The methods used in this study are observation and direct interviews with agencies and community service users. Interviews were conducted with the Head of General Affairs and Personnel at the Samarinda City Investment and One-Stop Integrated Services Office and several community members who were processing administrative matters at the Samarinda MPP. The observation results indicate that the quality of service at the Samarinda MPP is classified as very good. Service staff and security personnel appear friendly, communicative, and responsive in assisting the community. The available service facilities are also quite complete and comfortable, thus supporting a more effective and organized public service process. The interview results indicate that the community is very satisfied with the services provided, both in terms of speed of service, ease of obtaining information, comfort of facilities, and the attitude of staff in assisting the community. In addition, services at the Samarinda MPP have implemented several principles of good governance such as effectiveness, efficiency, responsiveness, transparency, and equality of service. Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that public services at the Samarinda MPP have been running well and are able to provide effective, humanistic services, and are oriented towards public satisfaction.

The development of information technology encourages organizations to adopt a more efficient, flexible, and secure data management system, especially in the field of financial management that requires high accuracy and reliability. One of the technologies that is widely used is cloud computing, which offers easy access to data and an integrated security system. This article aims to analyze the utilization of cloud technology in improving the security and accessibility of financial management data. The method used in this study is a literature study by examining various scientific sources, books, and online news relevant to the topic of cloud computing and financial data management. The results of the study show that cloud technology is able to improve data security through the implementation of encryption, multi-layered access control, user authentication, and a reliable data backup system. In addition, cloud technology also improves the accessibility of financial data because it allows users to access information in real-time, flexibly, and without location or device restrictions. Thus, the application of cloud technology can be a strategic solution for organizations in improving operational efficiency, data security, and the quality of decision-making in financial management.

This research investigates the development of IT-based Automatic Identification System (AIS) data surveillance models supporting maritime safety through integration of advanced information technology, maritime engineering principles, and human factors optimization. AIS technology generates vast real-time vessel movement data creating unprecedented opportunities for safety enhancement through systematic surveillance, collision risk detection, traffic pattern analysis, and incident prevention, yet effectiveness depends critically on intelligent data processing algorithms, reliable IT infrastructure, and competent personnel capable of interpreting surveillance outputs and taking appropriate actions. Through qualitative analysis involving maritime safety authorities, vessel traffic service (VTS) operators, port authorities, marine engineers, IT specialists, data scientists, and maritime training institutions, this study examines how IT-based surveillance models incorporating pattern recognition, anomaly detection, predictive analytics, and crew-centered interfaces can transform maritime safety management from reactive incident response toward proactive risk prevention. Results demonstrate that intelligent AIS surveillance can identify 75-90% of high-risk situations 15-45 minutes before critical events, reduce collision risks by 60-80%, improve traffic management efficiency by 35-55%, and enhance crew situational awareness by 45-65% when integrated with appropriate training programs developing personnel competencies in data interpretation, system operation, and coordinated response. Key implementation challenges include data quality and completeness issues, computational infrastructure requirements, algorithm development complexity, personnel competency gaps requiring substantial training investments, organizational coordination barriers, and privacy/security concerns. Findings reveal that successful AIS surveillance implementation requires holistic sociotechnical approaches integrating IT systems engineering, maritime domain expertise, and human capability development through coordinated design, deployment, and training strategies. This research contributes to maritime safety literature by providing integrated frameworks for IT-based surveillance systems incorporating technical capabilities, operational requirements, and human factors supporting evidence-based safety management.

This study aims to analyze the influence of relationship marketing and e-servicescape on customer loyalty of Tokopedia users in Medan City. The rapid development of digital technology encourages Tokopedia to build long-term relationships with customers while creating a convenient and secure online shopping experience. This research employed a quantitative method with an associative approach, using data collected through questionnaires distributed to 100 Tokopedia users in Medan City and analyzed using multiple linear regression. The results show that relationship marketing has a positive and significant effect on customer loyalty, where effective communication, responsive services, and loyalty programs such as Tokopedia Points increase customer trust and emotional attachment. In addition, e-servicescape also has a positive and significant effect on customer loyalty through an attractive interface, easy navigation, and reliable transaction security. Simultaneously, both variables make a substantial contribution to building customer loyalty toward Tokopedia. Thus, effective relationship marketing strategies and high-quality digital environments are crucial factors in maintaining customer loyalty and enhancing Tokopedia’s competitiveness in the increasingly intense e-commerce industry.

This study aims to analyze the application of the franchising system on business performance in the beverage franchise business through a case study of Mitra Minuman Siap Saji. The approach used is qualitative with a case study design, with data collection techniques in the form of in-depth interviews, operational observations, and supporting documentation. The results show that the implementation of standardized Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), franchisor support in the form of training, raw material supplies, and periodic monitoring contribute significantly to improving business stability, product quality consistency, and customer satisfaction. However, there are limitations in flexibility and several communication obstacles that have the potential to affect the effectiveness of the partnership. The relatively strict contract structure also impacts partners' perceptions of local innovation space, although it is generally still viewed as providing business security and business model clarity. These findings emphasize that a balance between franchisor control and partner autonomy, accompanied by open communication and fair contract design, is a key factor in creating sustainable business performance in a franchising system.

This study explores the influence of live streaming mode on the purchase intention of tropical fruits among consumers in Henan, China, in the context of the rapid growth of e-commerce. Live streaming has emerged as a dynamic and interactive platform that enables real-time engagement between sellers and buyers, offering visual product demonstrations and instant feedback opportunities. The research focuses on three critical factors affecting purchase intention: perceived trust, perceived value, and perceived risk. A quantitative research design was employed, collecting data from 392 participants through structured questionnaires. The analysis indicates that interactive communication, transparent information sharing, and authentic presentations during live streaming significantly enhance perceived trust and perceived value. Higher perceived trust fosters a stronger sense of reliability toward sellers, while increased perceived value motivates consumers by highlighting product quality, freshness, and fair pricing. Furthermore, effective live streaming strategies can substantially reduce perceived risks related to product authenticity, quality uncertainty, and transaction security, creating a more favorable purchase environment. The results suggest that the integration of engaging storytelling, professional product showcasing, and active audience interaction serves as a catalyst for influencing consumer attitudes and behaviors toward purchasing tropical fruits. This study enriches the existing literature on live streaming commerce by highlighting its psychological and behavioral impacts on consumer decision-making. In practical terms, the findings offer actionable insights for marketers and fruit sellers, emphasizing the importance of building trust, delivering genuine product experiences, and minimizing risks to maximize purchase intentions. These strategies are particularly relevant for agricultural e-commerce in Henan, where live streaming can bridge the gap between rural producers and urban consumers. Overall, this research provides both theoretical contributions to the study of digital co sumer behavior and practical guidance for optimizing live streaming as a competitive marketing tool in the fresh produce industry.

The use of the Digital Population Identity (IKD) application in Tanjungpinang City aims to provide convenience and protection to the public in accessing digital population administration services. However, distrust of the digital system is also a barrier. The public often feels worried about the security of their personal data and the reliability of the system used. In addition, counseling and training for the public on the use of information technology is often lacking, resulting in low community involvement in existing services. The purpose of this study was to measure the effectiveness of the use of the Digital Population Identity (IKD) application in terms of population administration in Tanjungpinang City. The method used is a descriptive quantitative method with a population of 1,271 people and a sample of 93 people, and using data collection tools in the form of documentation and filling out questionnaires or surveys using Subagyo's theory (2000) on indicators of effectiveness measurement. The results of the study showed that the accuracy of the target with an average value of 77.00, the implementation of program socialization 75.38, the achievement of program objectives 75.90, and the implementation of program monitoring 77.70. Based on the results above, it is concluded that the categorization of the quality and performance of the IKD Application user unit obtained a survey conversion result of 75.53 IKD Application Users at quality C which is included in the "LESS GOOD" category.

Automatic object detection is one of the crucial aspects in the field of digital image processing that plays a vital role in various modern applications, ranging from security systems to pattern recognition in medical and industrial fields. This study aims to implement an automatic object detection method with a digital image representation-based approach using MATLAB software. The main focus is directed at the pixel-based image processing process, where each image element is processed to extract relevant visual information. In this study, stages are carried out starting from image acquisition, color conversion, image quality enhancement, threshold-based segmentation, to extraction of targeted object features. Digital images are analyzed through transformation into grayscale and binary forms to facilitate the detection process. The use of MATLAB provides flexibility in numerical and visual data processing, and supports various efficient image processing libraries.

SIUPAL is a Sea Transportation Company Business License which is a permit that will later be given to shipping companies. The goal is to provide comfort in doing business, because basically all business activities, both small and large scale, must have a company permit in order to operate properly in accordance with applicable regulations and can also reduce unwanted things. A national sea transportation company is a sea transportation company that is established based on Indonesian law that can carry out sea transportation activities in waters and from and to foreign ports. The obstacles faced include untimely completion of permits, lack of employee availability, complexity in submitting online permits, and lack of security or back up for front office employees. Efforts made by using service quality strategies and human resource improvement strategies.

The tourism industry is a very important part of the development of society in this modern era. Aceh Singkil Regency with its natural potential offers destinations such as Cemara Indah Beach. Even though it suffered damage due to abrasion, the government and society are trying to restore it. It is necessary to implement Sapta Pesona to increase tourist visits. This research aims to evaluate the application of Sapta Pesona at Cemara Indah Beach, providing theoretical and practical benefits as a reference with the hope of developing tourist attractions and community participation in the tourism industry. The research method used by researchers is qualitative research with a descriptive approach through in-depth interview techniques with informants. This research was carried out by collecting data from informants, namely tourism managers, tourists, business actors and village governments. This research shows that the integration of the Sapta Pesona concept into the Cemara Indah Beach tourist attraction has had a significant positive impact. Security and other elements of Sapta Pesona are effective in increasing the attractiveness of the destination. Further development recommendations are needed to ensure sustainable growth, attract more visitors and have a positive impact on the local economy. In conclusion, the implementation of Sapta Pesona at Cemara Indah Beach shows the management's commitment to improving the quality of the destination. Although efforts have been made to create a safe and clean environment, several obstacles such as local community involvement, changes in tourist behavior, infrastructure, and economic factors still need to be overcome. Suggestions involve educational campaigns, community participation, infrastructure improvements, collaboration with the private sector, sustainable economic initiatives, security technology, and improving service quality. With these steps, Cemara Indah Beach has the potential to become an attractive and sustainable tourist destination.    

The reserchaims to examine the impact of product quality and price on customer satisfaction with The Originote skincare products. The research is motivated by the growing public awareness of skincare and the increasing interest in local skincare brands, particularly The Originote. The data is a questionnaire using a quantitative approach with a descriptive method. This research uses multiple linear regression analysis was employed to assess the variables. The findings reveal that product quality has a positive significant effect on customer satisfaction, where significance probability value of 0.000, which is less than 0.05. Consumers tend to prefer high-quality products as they offer a sense of security, comfort, and benefits that meet ex-pectations. However, price does not significantly, with a significance probability value of 0.534, which is greater than 0.05. This indicates that consumers prioritize product quality and ingredients over price. The study's implications highlight the need for companies to focus on maintaining and improving product quality to ensure and enhance customer satisfaction.

KUD Plongkowati Timur is located at Jalan Godong-Karangrayung, Grobogan Regency, which apart from operating in the savings and loan business unit, is also a distributor of fertilizer products produced by PT. Petrokima Gresik and PT. Pupuk Sriwidjaja Palembang. In running the fertilizer distributor business unit at KUD Plongkowati Timur, the process of recording purchase and sales transactions is not carried out using an integrated system in the database, all data is still recorded conventionally by the administration section, while the administration section's computer functions to create reports which are copied from notes provided by cashier so that data security is not guaranteed because the database is not yet integrated. Based on the problems that exist in the East Plongkowati KUD, the author would like to propose a design of a Fertilizer Inventory application system to be taken into consideration in helping speed up the process of recording purchase and sales transactions and can provide the information needed by the East Plongkowati KUD, Grobogan Regency in the form of purchase reports, sales reports, reports. suppliers, customer reports. So the design of the fertilizer inventory information system uses the Microsoft Visual Basic 6.0 programming language with a database from Microsoft Access 2007 and the design of reports from Crystal Report 7. It is hoped that making this application can be one of the efforts that can be made to overcome problems that often occur so that it can increase work effectiveness which of course will have an impact on improving the quality of service to customers.

In the current digital era, digital Islamic pawnshops have emerged as increasingly relevant financial solutions for society, despite encountering challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, low levels of digital literacy, and technical difficulties. This study aims to examine the obstacles and advantages of digital Islamic pawnshops in promoting financial inclusion in Indonesia. Using a qualitative approach through literature analysis, this research identifies legal and technical issues associated with the implementation of digital Islamic pawnshops. The results highlight that while these pawnshops offer time and cost efficiency, challenges like limited internet accessibility, poor technological awareness, and security vulnerabilities must be resolved. Recommendations include enhancing digital infrastructure, providing comprehensive education, and strengthening security measures to broaden access and improve the quality of digital Islamic pawnshop services.  

The Sustainable Food Yard Program (P2L) is the government's effort to increase community food security through the use of home yards. In the Barokah Women Farmers Group (KWT), Majidi Village, Selong District, East Lombok Regency, this program was implemented with the aim of empowering women farmers in managing their yards to be more productive and support family food security. However, in its implementation, this program faces various challenges that affect its effectiveness. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of the P2L Program at KWT Barokah, as well as identify the supporting and inhibiting factors that affect the implementation of the program. The research method used is qualitative descriptive with data collection techniques including interviews, observations, document collection, and review of previous research. The data obtained were then analyzed using the Miles and Huberman data analysis model, resulting in findings that were in accordance with the focus of the research. The results of the study show that the Sustainable Food Yard Program at KWT Barokah has good productivity potential, as seen from the increase in the quantity of crops. However, this program still faces several obstacles, especially related to the lack of facilities and infrastructure as well as cultivation methods that are not optimal. In addition, limitations in storage facilities and cultivation techniques also affect the quality of production products. Therefore, significant improvements are needed in terms of facilities, infrastructure, and improving the skills of members to achieve optimal effectiveness.

The concept of criminal responsibility in national criminal law is the main basis for determining sanctions or punishment for violations of criminal law. In the future era, criminal responsibility is expected to continue to develop and adapt to developments in society, technology and existing legal values. In facing the future, the concept of criminal responsibility is expected to become more progressive, fair and in line with the demands of social justice. Improving the quality of punishment and the effectiveness of the criminal justice system needs to be the main focus, taking into account the principles of human rights, protection of minorities and restorative justice. In addition, the importance of a preventive approach in national criminal law will be increasingly emphasized. Efforts to prevent criminal acts through education, rehabilitation and community empowerment are expected to reduce crime rates and create a safer environment. In the context of globalization, collaboration between countries in tackling cross-border crime needs to be strengthened. International agreements on extradition, exchange of information, and harmonization of criminal law can be strategic steps to increase the effectiveness of law enforcement. By updating the concept of criminal responsibility in national criminal law, it is hoped that a legal system that is adaptive, responsive and can better respond to future challenges can be created. In this way, security and justice in society can be more optimally maintained, in line with the main objective of criminal law to create order and protection for all citizens.  

Information system audits have an important role in ensuring the quality of customer service at BPJS Ketenagakerjaan. This study aims to analyze the effect of information system audits on customer service at BPJS Ketenagakerjaan, with a case study focus on the Binjai branch office. The background of this research is the important role of information systems in supporting BPJS Ketenagakerjaan operations and services. Along with technological developments, the reliability, security and efficiency of information systems are crucial in maintaining the quality of service to customers. Therefore, an information system audit is needed to ensure that the system runs according to predetermined standards and is able to provide the best service.

The Food Estate project in Indonesia aims to enhance food security. However, it has resulted in significant environmental impacts through the conversion of forests into agricultural land. Particularly, the peat ecosystem is vulnerable, threatening the natural balance and environmental sustainability. In evaluating the project's impact, this research adopts a normative legal approach focusing on literature analysis. Research findings indicate that land conversion for Food Estate sacrifices crucial environmental aspects, such as vulnerable peatlands prone to fires and soil quality degradation. Policy alternatives, such as agricultural diversification and ecosystem protection, are proposed as solutions to support food security without harming the environment. The conclusion of this study emphasizes the need for stricter environmental law enforcement between the government and community participation in decision-making to ensure the sustainability of agricultural projects like the Food Estate.

PT. Garuda Utama Persada is a company that provides security and loss prevention services to clients in related fields, mining, offices, housing, airports, power plants, factories, hotels, restaurants, banks, hospitals, shopping centers, warehouses and high-rise buildings. The aim of this research is to analyze the influence of training and development programs on employee performance at PT. Garuda Utama Persada. The research was conducted for 3 months (April – June 2024). The data collection method was through interviews and questionnaires which were distributed to 105 respondents. The analysis method is quantitative statistics. Data analysis includes instrument quality tests consisting of validity and reliability tests, classical assumption tests, t tests and F tests. The results of this research show that the training program partially has a positive and significant effect on employee performance (t count 3.114 > t table 1.98350 and sig value 0.002 < 0.05). Partial development has a positive and significant effect on the performance of PT employees. Garuda Utama Persada (t count 3.992 > t table 1.98350 and 0.000 < 0.05). The implication of the results of this research is that providing good training and development programs will improve employee performance.

The development of information systems is now widely used in the business world, both in the living environment and even in the work environment, such as the use of the attendance information system at PT PLN PERSERO. Attendance in an agency is an important factor in human resource management. Accurate and objective information regarding an employee's attendance can present the quality and productivity of performance, determine the size of performance allowances and the general level of employee discipline in the agency. The process of recording and reporting employee absences is a repetitive process that is used at certain times such as entry time, departure time and holidays. It is recommended that audits of this system be carried out periodically or annually, so that the expected level of maturity can be achieved, and as a whole, not just the attendance information system, so that all aspects of work operations can also be evaluated so as to improve employee performance in general. From the results of the maturity level assessment, several findings were obtained in each domain studied, namely with the EDM03 domain having a value of 3.00, it was found that information and data security problems needed to be improved, with the EMD05 domain having a value of 2.93, problems were found that there were no written regulations that could be used as a reference, with domain AP015 with a value of 3.13 found a problem that there was still a difference between cost allocation and actual costs with domain 1P012 with a value of 3.07, a problem was found that there were no risk response regulations available, with domain DSS02 with a value of 3.13 there were no written regulations that could be used as a reference.