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Economic digitalization has become a key driver of growth in various regions, including Medan City. The development of e-commerce and local startups plays a vital role in this economic transformation by enhancing market access, accelerating product distribution, and creating new job opportunities. E-commerce allows business owners to reach a broader consumer base, while local startups foster innovations tailored to the needs of Medan's society. This paper aims to analyze the role of e-commerce and local startups in enhancing economic growth in Medan City, as well as the challenges and opportunities within this digital ecosystem. The findings suggest that these two sectors complement each other in creating an inclusive and sustainable economic ecosystem.

This research explores the factors influencing the adoption of Islamic digital banking among millennials in Indonesia. Employing a qualitative approach through a comprehensive literature review, the study analyzes existing research on Islamic digital banking adoption, focusing on academic journals, conference proceedings, and industry reports. The findings reveal that perceived ease of use and usefulness of digital banking services are crucial. Additionally, social influences, such as peer and family recommendations, and personal factors, including demographics and cultural background, significantly impact adoption rates. This research provides valuable insights for Islamic banks in Indonesia to develop targeted strategies for millennial engagement. By understanding these influencing factors, Islamic banks can tailor digital banking services to meet the specific needs and preferences of this demographic, thereby enhancing market penetration and fostering growth within the evolving digital banking landscape.

Taxes function as a source of income for the state which is used to support development and finance various state needs. So far, taxpayer compliance has been the main focus of the Directorate General of Taxes. In an effort to increase the level of taxpayer compliance, the Directorate General of Taxes continues to innovate in providing services to taxpayers by developing an electronic system for the tax registration, payment and reporting process. Through this electronic system, the Directorate General of Taxes provides various conveniences, starting from the taxpayer registration process to tax reporting.

Women entrepreneurs play a pivotal role in fostering social innovation through the establishment of community-based enterprises. These enterprises not only address social challenges but also contribute significantly to economic development by creating sustainable solutions and opportunities within their communities. This study explores the intersection of women entrepreneurship, social innovation, and community-based enterprises, emphasizing their potential to drive inclusive economic growth. By leveraging local resources and addressing community-specific needs, women entrepreneurs act as catalysts for change, promoting social equity and economic empowerment. The research highlights key success factors, challenges, and strategies adopted by women-led community-based enterprises to achieve long-term economic and social impact. The findings suggest that supporting women entrepreneurs can amplify their contributions to economic development and societal well-being, particularly in underserved areas.  

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the deficiencies in the learning of accounting software at STIE Ganesha. This study will concentrate on factors that potentially hinder the integration of accounting software into the college curriculum. This research started in October 2024. Accounting students at STIE Ganesha are the research subjects. Qualitative research was conducted and data was collected through in-depth interviews. The results showed that learning accounting software has several problems. One of them is the lack of supporting resources and lack of technological infrastructure. In addition, students face difficulties in understanding and accessing accounting software required to meet the needs of the working world. To produce more efficient accounting software learning, this research emphasizes increasing resource capacity and improving supporting infrastructure. This research is expected to help STIE Ganesha develop methods to improve software-based accounting learning.

The purpose of this research is to build a mutation pattern policy based on Justice, Certainty, and Benefit. this policy is associated with talent management that has been implemented in Financial and Development Supervisory Board (BPKP). The method used in this research is a case study method based on phenomena that occur in BPKP. the result of this research is the formation of a mutation pattern policy, namely mutations based on organizational needs with the pattern Organization - Organization - Domicile and mutations based on employee needs. With this mutation pattern policy, employees are expected to improve their performance. But this research does not further examine the effect of this mutation policy on employee performance and also does not consider other factors such as age, gender of employee and Fund to apply this policy

This article discusses the critical importance of employee development as a strategic approach to enhance organizational performance. In an increasingly competitive business environment, organizations must prioritize the growth and development of their workforce to maintain a competitive edge. By identifying specific training and development needs, organizations can create tailored programs that effectively improve employees' skills, knowledge, and competencies. This research employs a qualitative approach, utilizing case studies from several companies in Indonesia to explore various employee development initiatives and their impact on organizational outcomes. The findings indicate that investing in employee development not only enhances individual performance but also contributes significantly to the overall achievement of organizational goals. Furthermore, the study highlights the role of leadership, mentoring, and the integration of technology in facilitating effective employee development strategies. Ultimately, this research underscores the necessity for organizations to adopt comprehensive employee development practices to foster a culture of continuous improvement and engagement.

This study aims to analyse the effect of clinical supervision management by the Head of Madrasah on improving teacher performance at MTsS Tarbiyah Waladiyah Pulau Banyak. This research uses a descriptive qualitative approach with research subjects including the Head of Madrasah and teachers. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation, then analysed systematically using triangulation techniques to ensure data validity. The results showed that: 1) Clinical supervision planning is conducted in a structured manner by involving analyses of teachers' needs and learning situations. The madrasah principal sets specific, realistic and measurable supervision objectives to support the improvement of teachers' abilities and the quality of learning. 2) Clinical supervision involves direct observation, practical guidance and evaluation of learning activities. This process not only focuses on classroom activities, but also includes planning, time management, and use of learning resources. 3) Evaluation of clinical supervision is conducted on an ongoing basis to ensure the relevance of the supervision programme to teachers' needs. This evaluation helps to develop corrective measures and assess the effectiveness of supervision in improving teachers' competencies. This research underlines the importance of systematic clinical supervision in creating positive changes in teaching and learning. Madrasah principals as supervisors have a central role in providing constructive guidance to support teachers' professionalism and improve the overall quality of education.

The term cooperative is certainly familiar to us. If referring to Law No. 17 of 2012 article 1, a cooperative is defined as a legal entity established by an individual or a cooperative legal entity, with the separation of the wealth of its members as capital to run a business, which meets common aspirations and needs. In its implementation, cooperatives not only have goals, principles or principles, but also a foundation. As a unique business entity, cooperatives are different from other business entities. In this case, it can be seen from its membership, where cooperative members are known to have dual identities. Dual identity here means that cooperative members are owners and also users of cooperative services. Indonesian cooperatives are the identity of Indonesian business entities that are established on various foundations. The foundation of this cooperative includes ideal, constitutional, mental and operational foundations.   

Education plays a vital role in creating quality, competitive human resources, which is a national priority, including in Indonesia. This study focuses on the effectiveness of managing the committee funds at MTsN 1 Banyuwangi to support educational financing that is not fully covered by the state budget (APBN). Using a qualitative approach through interviews, observations, and documentation, the results show that the management of committee funds has been efficient. In 2021-2022, the received funds amounted to IDR 1,357,610,000, with a realization rate of 93.87%. The following year, committee funds amounted to IDR 1,130,600,000, with 100% realization and a surplus of IDR 33,600,000, which was carried over to 2023-2024. In this period, the received funds amounted to IDR 1,351,125,000, with a proposed budget of IDR 2,080,715,000. As of now, the realization stands at 64.93%, and the management is ongoing as the school year has not yet finished. The committee funds play a crucial role in fulfilling the educational financing needs not fully covered by the national budget and contribute to the improvement of educational quality at MTsN 1 Banyuwangi.

This study analyzes e-commerce platform preferences for digital marketing strategies among Generation Z students at the Institut Teknologi dan Bisnis Semarang using the Simple Additive Weighting (SAW) method. By evaluating four platforms (Tokopedia, Lazada, Shopee, TikTok) based on ease of use (25%), user experience (25%), promotions (15%), transaction security (15%), and product completeness (15%), the results show that Shopee leads (0.9333) with the best interface and features. TikTok (0.9080) excels in promotions but lacks security, Tokopedia (0.8820) remains consistent, while Lazada (0.8084) needs UX improvements. The implications suggest that platforms should optimize mobile interfaces, collaborate with influencers, and enhance visual search features to meet Gen Z’s demand for interactive experiences and economic value..

The Boba Beverage business was established with the aim of meeting the public demand for boba drinks that are currently popular. Boba is a tapioca ball that is often the filling of bubble tea drinks. To achieve its vision and mission, Estela Boba needs the right strategy to increase sales and compete with other boba beverage companies that have entered the market. The purpose of this study is to analyze the strategies used by Estela Boba in increasing sales through the use of modern technology. The research method used is a qualitative method with interview and observation techniques. The data sources used are primary data and secondary data. The final result of the research is that there are several strategies used while running the “es te la” business.

The budget division has responsibility for tasks that are usually carried out including financial management, analysis and budget control in the company The aim of this research is to determine the implementation and optimization of digitalization of expedition bookkeeping in the budget division by employees of the State Electricity Company Nusantara Power Services (PT. PLN-NPS) at the Sidoarjo head office, East Java. This research uses field research methods by collecting data through reviewing internship activities and using previous research regarding the budget division.  The research results show that the implementation and optimization of digitalization of expedition bookkeeping in the budget division can helps all employee needs and already has an effective system in its use.

Companies often face various obstacles related to managing raw material inventory to meet demand, one of which is Peuyeum Ketan Istimewa. Working in the food processing industry, of course, raw material inventory management needs to be planned optimally to avoid various risks that can harm the company. The Quantity Discount model is used to take advantage of cost savings provided by suppliers when purchases are made in large quantities, while other efforts that can help manage raw materials in a company are by knowing the safety stock and reorder point of raw materials and also forecasting demand to predict future demand. This study will use the Quantity Discount model which optimizes inventory levels by considering storage costs, ordering costs, and quantity discounts. The calculations carried out are also to find the value of the company's Safety Stock and Reorder Point. The results of this study indicate that the use of the Quantity Discount method can reduce total costs by Rp26,319,267/year, while forecasting using the seasonality method increases the accuracy of demand predictions, thus enabling more efficient inventory management. The implementation of this model is expected to provide a significant contribution to operational efficiency and cost reduction at Peuyeum Ketan Istimewa

This study aims to describe the implementation of the Deming Model performance management (PDCA cycle) at the Tanjungpinang City Satpol PP office. The type of research used is descriptive research with a qualitative approach, with data obtained through in-depth interviews with Mr. Ray as secretary, and staff involved in daily operations, as well as direct observation. Data analysis uses thematic analysis techniques that include three main steps: data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results showed that the implementation of the PDCA cycle at the Tanjungpinang City Satpol PP office has had a positive impact on improving organizational performance. Through structured stages from planning (Plan), implementation (Do), checking (Check), to corrective action (Act), the Satpol PP Office is able to plan and implement policing programs more effectively and efficiently. However, there are obstacles such as lack of training, budget limitations, and suboptimal coordination between sections. Performance evaluation needs to be improved in terms of more integrated measurement and monitoring. The implications of this study emphasize the importance of coordination and systematic evaluation for continuous improvement.

This study aims to examine the implementation of quality management at SMA Swasta Muhammadiyah 4 Babalan and its impact on improving the competence of students. The research method used is a qualitative method with data collection techniques in the form of observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis techniques used include data condensation, data presentation, and conclusion drawing and verification. The results showed three main findings. 1) In quality management planning, SMA Swasta Muhammadiyah 4 Babalan conducts customer identification by emphasizing the importance of leaders who understand the needs of internal and external customers for the success of educational programs. 2) The implementation of quality management focuses on customers through periodic meetings with teachers, staff, and parents to evaluate the program and hear feedback related to customer satisfaction. 3) The principal's total involvement in communication and cooperation with stakeholders, including teachers, staff and parents, has been proven to improve the quality of education and learners' competencies. Overall, the implementation of quality management at SMA Swasta Muhammadiyah 4 Babalan has succeeded in creating an educational atmosphere that supports the optimal development of learners' competencies.

Hypertension is the leading cause of premature death worldwide. To reduce the risk of hypertension, what needs to be done is hypertension treatment as an effort to control hypertension, one of which is non-pharmacological treatment, usually carried out by implementing the use of pandan wangi plants. Pandan wangi is a plant whose leaves are often used as a food additive. The purpose of implementing Community Service activities in Lorong Putri is to increase public awareness, especially the elderly, about Hypertension and the treatment of Hypertension with traditional medicine. Using the method of providing education and question and answer discussions related to dangerous conditions and efforts to prevent hypertension, participants in this activity were carried out on October 7, 2024 at Lorong Putri, Air Besar Health Center Work Area. totaling 20 people. During the Education Process, participants listened carefully and provided good feedback, in the form of benefits and how to consume boiled pandan leaf water, and whether it can be boiled together with drinking water at home, and all questions from participants can be answered well. With questions and answers from participants, participants can better understand hypertension and how to treat it with traditional medicine.

This research aims to see how sharia capital market instruments contribute to green infrastructure funding in Indonesia. This research is library research which analyzes the contribution of the sharia capital market, especially through instruments such as green sukuk, to the acceleration of green infrastructure development in Indonesia. From the research results, it is known that the contribution of the sharia capital market to accelerating green infrastructure development lies in its ability to provide sharia-based financing for environmentally friendly projects. Through instruments such as green sukuk, the Islamic capital market supports renewable energy projects, sustainable transportation and natural resource management. By meeting long-term financing needs, the Islamic capital market helps accelerate the realization of green infrastructure that supports sustainability goals, including Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and reduces the impact of climate change.

This study aims to examine the consumer behavior of teenagers in pagerbarang village in using ShopeePay and analyze it from the perspective of Islamic consumption ethics. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with twenty teenagers selected using the snowball sampling technique. The results indicate that consumer behavior is influenced by discounts, promotions, transaction convenience, and social pressure. Teenagers tend to make impulsive purchases driven by emotional needs and low financial literacy. From the perspective of Islamic consumption ethics, such behavior contradicts the principles of moderation (qanâ’ah) and prohibition of extravagance (israf). Teenagers often overlook these values due to social and technological influences that facilitate easy transactions. Therefore, increasing awareness of financial literacy and religious values is crucial to fostering more prudent consumer behavior.

This study aims to examine consumer decision-making regarding marketing techniques in higher education institutions in the digital era. As technology advances and competition among universities intensifies, it is crucial for educational institutions to understand the factors influencing prospective students' decisions in choosing a university. The research employs a quantitative approach through surveys involving prospective students from various universities, as well as interviews with education marketing professionals. The findings reveal that the use of social media, personalized digital marketing, and alumni testimonials have a significant impact on influencing prospective students' decisions. This study provides new insights into the importance of adaptive, data-driven marketing strategies for attracting prospective students in the digital age. The significance of this research lies in its ability to offer guidance to higher education institutions in designing more effective and relevant marketing techniques that meet the needs of today's consumers.