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Gatot, a fermented-cassava food, is the culinary icon of Gatot Tourism Village in Sumberpucung Subdistrict, Malang Regency. Cafe Koka, the pioneering gatot business in the area, faces two problems that hold back its growth. Its drying process still relies on sunlight, so production stops during the rainy season and the failure rate reaches 30–40%, while product presentation lacks adequate display facilities, lowering its appeal and selling value. This community-service program installed a 5 kg-per-batch cabinet dryer and two display refrigerators, accompanied by dried-gatot packaging development and staff training. The work followed a Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle combined with participatory mentoring over eight months, evaluating production and marketing indicators. After the program, drying time dropped from 2–4 days to about 4–5 hours, the product failure rate fell to 8–10%, and drying uniformity rose to about 90%. On the marketing side, impulse purchases increased by more than 40%, customer satisfaction with product display reached 4.5 of 5 (n=50), and monthly revenue grew about 175% owing to the new packaged-gatot line. Combining production and marketing technology strengthened the self-reliance of this local-food micro-enterprise.

This study examines the financial performance of PT Unilever Indonesia Tbk during the 2023–2025 period by evaluating key financial indicators, namely the Current Ratio (CR), Debt to Equity Ratio (DER), Return on Assets (ROA), and Return on Equity (ROE). The study aims to assess the company's financial condition and analyze the impact of its business transformation strategy on financial performance. A descriptive quantitative approach was employed using secondary data obtained from the company's published annual financial reports. Data analysis focused on comparing financial ratio trends over the three-year period to evaluate liquidity, solvency, and profitability performance. The findings indicate that the company's financial performance experienced fluctuations during the business transformation process. Liquidity and solvency gradually improved toward the end of the observation period, reflecting stronger short-term financial capability and a healthier capital structure. Profitability also demonstrated increased efficiency in utilizing company assets, although changes in equity returns indicated adjustments in capital management during the transformation process. Overall, the implementation of the company's transformation strategy contributed positively to strengthening financial performance and improving resilience in responding to changing business conditions and market competition. This study provides useful insights for management, investors, and other stakeholders in evaluating the effectiveness of corporate transformation strategies through financial ratio analysis and highlights the importance of maintaining financial stability to support sustainable business growth.

Changes in labor regulations through the Job Creation Law have brought significant changes to the employment system in Indonesia, particularly in terms of labor flexibility. This study aims to analyze labor flexibility after the implementation of the Job Creation Law from the perspective of Human Resource Management (HRM). The research method used is a qualitative approach through a literature study with thematic analysis of 16 scientific journals, books, and regulations related to labor flexibility and strategic Human Resource Management (HRM) practices. The results show that labor flexibility has positive impacts on companies in improving operational efficiency, productivity, and adaptability to market changes. However, on the other hand, such flexibility also creates several challenges, including job uncertainty, decreased job security, and reduced protection for contract and outsourced workers. From the HRM perspective, companies are required to create a balance between business interests and labor protection in order to maintain harmonious industrial relations. This study is expected to provide a more comprehensive understanding of labor flexibility as part of human resource management strategies in the post-labor deregulation era in Indonesia.

The Rumah Padat Karya Program in Surabaya City is one of the local government policies to reduce poverty through job creation and empowerment of low-income communities (MBR). This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Rumah Padat Karya Program in reducing poverty rates in Surabaya and to assess its alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 1 (No Poverty), Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities). The study employs a formal evaluation approach with a formative evaluation type, given that the program is still ongoing. Data were collected through interviews, observation, and documentation, and analyzed qualitatively. The evaluation was conducted using William N. Dunn’s (2003) criteria, comprising effectiveness, efficiency, adequacy, equity, responsiveness, and appropriateness. The results indicate that the program is fairly effective in reducing poverty and unemployment through local workforce absorption and the productive utilization of previously idle government assets. However, limitations remain, including budget constraints, inter-district facility disparities, weak inter-agency coordination, and suboptimal business mentoring and market access. Therefore, it is necessary to strengthen the mentoring system, equalize facilities, and enhance cross-sector collaboration so that the program can run more optimally and sustainably.  

The implementation of healthy and safe school standards is a strategic effort to create a learning environment that supports the health and safety of elementary school students. This study aims to evaluate the implementation of healthy and safe school standards at SDN 6 Kendari, which is characterized by its proximity to a market and a main road. The study employed a qualitative approach using a case study design, involving field observations, the completion of a healthy and safe school indicator questionnaire, and interviews with educators. The results indicate that SDN 6 Kendari has met most of the healthy school indicators, evidenced by well-maintained buildings, adequate ventilation and lighting, proper sanitation and waste management, and students’ consistent practice of clean and healthy living behaviors. Regarding the safe school aspect, the school’s social environment is relatively conducive and free from risky behaviors, supported by the availability of a monitoring system and collaboration with relevant parties. However, several areas still require improvement, such as the equitable distribution of handwashing facilities, more strategic placement of portable fire extinguishers, and strengthening traffic risk mitigation measures due to the school’s location. Overall, the implementation of healthy and safe school standards at SDN 6 Kendari has been proceeding well, but requires continuous improvement to achieve optimal compliance with the standards.

The development of digital technology has driven significant economic transformation in various countries, including Muslim countries. Economic digitalization offers various opportunities, such as increased transaction efficiency, expanded market access, and strengthened financial inclusion. However, this development also presents various challenges, such as low Islamic financial literacy, the risk of technology misuse, and the emergence of economic practices inconsistent with Islamic principles. This study aims to analyze the role of Islamic economic values ​​in supporting the economic resilience of communities in Muslim countries in the digital era. The study used a descriptive qualitative approach with library research methods. Data were obtained from various literature sources, such as scientific journals, books, academic articles, and reports relevant to Islamic economics, economic resilience, and the digital economy for the 2021–2026 period. Data analysis was conducted using content analysis techniques through the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results show that Islamic economic values, such as justice, honesty, trustworthiness, and the prohibition of riba (usury), gharar (gharar), and maysir (gambling), play a crucial role in creating more transparent, ethical, and sustainable digital economic activities. Furthermore, the development of Sharia-compliant fintech, Sharia-compliant digital financial services, and Sharia-compliant business platforms also supports increased financial inclusion and community economic resilience. Therefore, integrating digital technology and Islamic economic values ​​can be a strategy for strengthening the economic resilience of communities in Muslim countries.

The stock market is a place to buy shares for profit. In Indonesia, energy stocks are highly unpredictable because global commodity prices change constantly. This study examines what affected energy stock returns in 2024, focusing on trading volume, price swings, company profits, and cash flow. Using financial reports and statistical analysis, all these factors were tested together and individually. The results show that combined, all these factors do affect stock returns. However, when looked at one by one, only the company's net profit truly matters to investors. On the other hand, busy trading, daily price swings, and cash flow have no impact at all. In fact, all the factors studied only account for 14% of stock return movements, while the remaining 86% is driven by other outside forces. In conclusion, for those looking to invest in energy stocks, the most important thing to watch is the company's ability to generate net profit, rather than just looking at how busy daily transactions are in the market.

This study aims to examine the implementation of Probolinggo City Regional Regulation Number 2 of 2024 concerning the Respect, Protection, and Fulfillment of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, specifically regarding entrepreneurial rights in Kanigaran District. A descriptive qualitative approach with a single case study design was employed. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with four key informants, field observation, and documentary study. Data analysis used Miles and Huberman's interactive model, interpreted through Thomas B. Smith's policy implementation theory encompassing four variables: Idealized Policy, Target Groups, Implementing Organization, and Environmental Factors. Findings indicate that implementation has been underway but has not yet reached an optimal state. The policy possesses strong normative substance, yet socialization to target groups remains shallow and uneven. Entrepreneurial motivation among persons with disabilities is high, but constrained by limited capital, social stigma, transportation barriers, and insufficient post-training mentorship. The DKUP has conducted training and marketing facilitation programs, however capital support capacity and sustained mentorship remain critically limited. Environmental factors reveal potential through the KDK community and digital technology, while social stigma and transportation infrastructure continue to pose significant obstacles.

This research examines the influence of Price, Income, Taste, Promotion, Location, and Product Quality on consumer demand at Coffee Shops in Pekanbaru City. The population consists of Coffee Shop customers in Pekanbaru City. A nonprobability sampling method with Accidental Sampling technique was applied, involving 100 respondents. Data were analyzed using SEM-PLS approach through SmartPLS 4.0 software. The findings reveal that Price, Promotion, and Product Quality significantly influence consumer demand. In contrast, Income, Taste, and Location do not show a significant effect. Among all variables, Product Quality emerges as the most dominant factor affecting consumer demand at Coffee Shops in Pekanbaru City. Therefore, coffee shop managers in Pekanbaru City need to improve taste consistency, menu variety, presentation, and product quality standards to maintain and increase consumer demand. This research is expected to provide business owners with a basis for formulating more appropriate, competitive, and sustainable customer satisfaction-oriented marketing strategies in the local market.

This study aims to analyze the implementation of digital marketing in Sharia cooperative retail business units to increase sales volume. Advances in information technology have driven changes in consumer behavior, leading to an increasing reliance on digital media for product information and transactions. This situation requires Sharia cooperatives to adapt through the implementation of effective digital marketing strategies. This study employed a qualitative method with a case study approach. Data were obtained through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The research informants consisted of cooperative administrators, retail business unit managers, and consumers who interacted with the cooperative's digital marketing media. Data analysis techniques used the Miles and Huberman model, which includes data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results show that the implementation of digital marketing through social media, WhatsApp Business, and digital promotions can expand market reach, enhance interaction with consumers, and drive increased sales volume. However, obstacles remain, including limited human resources and consistency in digital content management. Therefore, improving the digital competency of cooperative managers is necessary to optimize digital marketing strategies.

This literature review analyzes the impact of data privacy issues on consumer usage intention in Indonesian e-commerce platforms. The study aims to map privacy threats and understand the phenomenon of the privacy paradox in the context of digital retail. Using a literature review method, this study synthesized findings from international journals published in the last five years from Scopus, Web of Science, and Google Scholar databases. The results show that excessive data collection, unauthorized secondary use, and data breaches significantly increase consumer privacy concerns. However, the research also confirms a privacy paradox, where consumers willingly share personal data to gain shopping convenience and promotions. The findings highlight that strong brand trust and a seamless user experience can effectively mitigate these privacy fears. Practically, this study recommends that e-commerce companies implement the Privacy by Design framework, utilize dynamic passwords (OTP), and provide transparent privacy settings as a competitive marketing advantage. Future research should explore specific regional demographics and the direct impact of new technologies like AI chatbots on consumer security perceptions.

This study aims to assess the financial performance of 11 non-financial companies that conducted acquisitions in 2025 and are listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX). Using a quantitative descriptive-comparative approach with a case study design, six financial ratios were analyzed: Current Ratio (CR), Debt to Asset Ratio (DAR), Debt to Equity Ratio (DER), Total Asset Turnover (TATO), Return on Assets (ROA), and Return on Equity (ROE). Data were obtained from consolidated financial statements as of December 31, 2024 (pre-acquisition) and December 31, 2025 (post-acquisition). The results show that the impact of acquisitions varies across companies. No consistent or significant differences were found in the CR, DAR, DER, ROA, or ROE ratios between the two periods. Meanwhile, the TATO ratio tended to decrease after the acquisition, indicating that the newly consolidated assets have not yet operated optimally. These findings confirm that the short-term financial impact of an acquisition is heavily influenced by the transaction’s funding structure, the size of the acquired entity, and the industry sector. This study contributes to the financial accounting literature on corporate acquisition strategies in the Indonesian capital market.

Somongari Tourism Village in Indonesia's Purworejo Regency is the site of this research on the ways in which community-based creative economy development could promote ecotourism. As a destination rich in natural, cultural, and historical assets, Somongari demonstrates significant potential to integrate creative industries into tourism practices. Examining community involvement, entrepreneurship, and government, this study used a qualitative descriptive technique to gather data via observation, recording, and interviews.Findings reveal that creative economy initiatives—such as culinary innovation, agro-tourism, cultural storytelling, and digital promotion—strengthen destination attractiveness while generating income for residents. Innovation, inclusion, and intergenerational colaboration are greatly enhanced when women and youths are involved. Community ownership and fair distribution of benefits are reinforced via participatory governance and collective management. Limited product diversi-fication, reliance on seasonal tourism, and limitations in management competence are some of the difficulties that continue to exist. The study concludes that community-based creative economy development provides a strategic pathway for sustainable tourism by integrating economic empowerment, cultural preservation, and social participation. Strengthening entrepreneurship, enhancing digital marketing, diversifying tourism products, and fostering stakeholder collaboration are essential to improving competitiveness and resilience. This study contribute to the discourse on sustainable rural tourism by demonstrating how creative economy initiatives can serve as instruments of empowerment and sustainable destination development.

Urban plant care is increasingly important for sustainable living, but many users face inconsistent watering, insufficient care knowledge, unsuitable plant selection and delayed disease recognition. This study presents Easy Grow Plants, an integrated web and Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem that connects plant care guidance, soil-moisture monitoring, automated watering, plant recommendation, image-based plant health assistance, marketplace functions, community interaction and plant exchange. The prototype was implemented using a React frontend, Django REST backend, SQLite database and an Arduino UNO R4 WiFi smart pot with a soil moisture sensor, relay module and DC water pump. Functional, interface, API, IoT connectivity, sensor calibration, watering control and LAN deployment tests were conducted. The results show that the core modules operated together as an integrated academic prototype. The system demonstrates a practical foundation for smart urban gardening, although cloud deployment, multi-device testing and stronger AI validation remain future improvements

The rapid growth of the global halal economy has positioned halal products and services as important contributors to international trade, economic development, and evolving consumer markets. This study investigates the role of halal consumer protection law in supporting the advancement of the halal economy from both legal and economic perspectives. Employing a qualitative approach with a juridical normative framework, this research examines regulatory structures, halal certification mechanisms, consumer protection principles, and the broader economic implications of halal governance. The findings indicate that effective halal consumer protection frameworks are essential for establishing legal certainty, preserving product authenticity, strengthening consumer trust, and improving market transparency. From an economic perspective, comprehensive halal regulations contribute to enhancing product competitiveness, expanding global market access, encouraging industrial innovation, attracting investment, and promoting sustainable economic growth. Nevertheless, this study highlights several ongoing challenges, including the lack of harmonization among international halal standards, limited regulatory enforcement capacity, the financial burden of certification processes for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and the increasing complexity of digital trade and cross-border e-commerce.

Embroidery is one of Indonesia’s traditional craft arts that has developed over time and continues to attract people from various social backgrounds. Embroidery techniques are commonly applied to fashion products as well as household items. The diversity of embroidery motifs and techniques provides aesthetic value and uniqueness to each product, making embroidery an important element in the development of the fashion industry. This opportunity can encourage students of the Fashion Design Program at AKS Ibu Kartini to develop their entrepreneurial potential through creativity in manual embroidery. This study employed a quantitative approach using multiple linear regression analysis as the data processing technique to determine the influence of internal factors on the entrepreneurial motivation of Fashion Design students at AKS Ibu Kartini. The research sample consisted of 65 respondents. The findings revealed that, simultaneously, the four independent variables had a significant effect on entrepreneurial motivation, with a coefficient of determination (R²) value of 0.910. This indicates that 91% of the variation in entrepreneurial motivation can be explained by technical knowledge (X1), technical skills (X2), creativity and innovation (X3), and entrepreneurial mindset (X4), while the remaining 9% is influenced by other factors outside this study. Partially, variables X1, X2, and X4 showed a positive and significant effect on entrepreneurial motivation, whereas X3 demonstrated a negative and significant effect. This finding indicates that creativity without market orientation may reduce students’ motivation to engage in entrepreneurship. The implications of this study emphasize the importance of improving students’ knowledge, skills, and entrepreneurial mindset. Furthermore, proper guidance is needed to ensure that students’ creativity and innovation are aligned with market demands in order to optimally enhance entrepreneurial motivation.

The development of the internet and social media has encouraged e-commerce companies to utilize digital platforms as a marketing tool, one of which is Shopee through TikTok social media. The high frequency of digital advertising is thought to influence consumer attitudes, especially among Generation Z as active TikTok users. To determine the impact of Shopee's digital advertising frequency on consumer attitudes using promotions as a mediating variable on Generation Z TikTok social media users in Tasikmalaya, this study employed quantitative, descriptive, and verification techniques. A total of 100 respondents were sampled using purposive sampling techniques. An online questionnaire with a Likert scale of 1 to 5 was used to collect research data. Data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) with the help of SmartPLS 4. The results showed that advertising frequency significantly and positively influenced consumer attitudes and promotions. In addition, promotions can mediate the effect of advertising frequency on consumer attitudes and have a beneficial and significant impact. These results indicate that consumer opinions towards Shopee will be more positive if advertisements are displayed more frequently and supported by appropriate promotions. This study serves as an academic reference and information source for businesses seeking to optimize social media-based digital marketing strategies.

The benefit of cardboard waste as a headpiece is to encourage the entrepreneurial spirit to continue to be creative in processing this inorganic waste into products at prices that are relatively cheap compared to prices on the market. Data collection uses the methods of Observation, Literature, Experimentation, Documentation, Interviews, Questionnaires. The author carried out the process of using cardboard waste to make headpieces through several stages, not only that, the author also carried out experiments 3 times using different dyes. In experiment 1 using gold pilok, experiment 2 used gold pilok then sprinkled with gold glitter, then experiment 3 used wall paint coloring sprinkled with gold glitter. The author conducted a sensory test regarding the public's acceptance of headpiece products made from cardboard waste. The highest average results were obtained in experiment 3 with a total average color of 2.87 which means quite appropriate, a total average texture of 2.63 which means quite suitable, a total average design of 1.77 which is less appropriate, while the total average ease of use is 2.67, which means it is quite appropriate. So the results obtained were that as many as 30 respondents preferred product 3 with quite appropriate criteria. From the results of the products made, the coloring still needs to be improved so that they are more perfect and the designs are developed to be more varied so that they can be used as a reference for further research.

This community engagement program aimed to strengthen entrepreneurial capacity and digital literacy among santri at Asy-Syifa Al-Islami Islamic Boarding School, Parung Bogor, Indonesia. The program was designed in response to the growing importance of entrepreneurship and digital competencies in supporting youth empowerment, economic participation, and sustainable community development. The activities involved Islamic boarding school students who had limited access to entrepreneurship education, digital business training, and practical technology-based learning opportunities. To address these challenges, participatory workshops, mentoring sessions, collaborative discussions, and practical digital entrepreneurship training were implemented over a three-month period involving 55 participants. The program focused on entrepreneurial mindset development, digital marketing, financial literacy, social media utilization, and small business management skills. The findings demonstrated significant improvements in entrepreneurial awareness, digital literacy, communication skills, creativity, teamwork, and self-confidence among participants. Qualitative results also revealed increased motivation among santri to develop small businesses and utilize digital platforms productively. Participants showed greater readiness to engage in entrepreneurship activities and adapt to technological developments after completing the program. The integration of entrepreneurship education and digital skills training proved effective in promoting youth empowerment and sustainable community participation. Overall, the program highlights the importance of community-based entrepreneurship and digital literacy initiatives in strengthening the socio-economic capacity of Islamic boarding school students

This community service program (PkM) aims to enhance the digital literacy of teachers and students at Pondok Pesantren Al-Wathoniyah Pusat Putri Klender, East Jakarta, particularly in verifying digital news and content amid pervasive disinformation. Key problems identified include low digital verification competency among senior teachers, limited use of fact-checking tools, and the absence of systematic information management mechanisms within the pesantren. The activity was held on June 10, 2026, employing a blended learning approach combining interactive lectures, hands-on training, and continuous mentoring. Training modules covered: (1) digital literacy for teachers, (2) mitigation of religious information distortion, (3) critical media literacy, (4) videography skills, and (5) content marketing grounded in Islamic values. Thirty teachers and senior students participated. Key outputs include enhanced digital literacy competencies among participants, the Smart Teacher Guidelines module, a donated photography studio equipment set, and national media coverage (JPNN.com). Evaluation results demonstrate significant improvement in participants' understanding of digital information verification, positive content production capability, and motivation to use technology responsibly. This program contributes to SDGs No. 4 (Quality Education), SDGs No. 9 (Innovation), SDGs No. 10 (Reduced Inequalities), and SDGs No. 17 (Partnerships), as well as supporting IKU 3, IKU 5, and IKU 6 of Universitas Negeri Jakarta.