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This research explores the impact of implementing incentives at the Bu Ira basic food agency in Krian, Sidoarjo on employee performance, with a focus on sales bonuses and non-financial incentives. The research results show that sales bonuses related to target achievement provide additional motivation for employees to increase sales, especially when bonuses are linked to certain products that have higher profits. Additionally, non-financial incentives such as recognition for good performance have proven effective in building team spirit and increasing job satisfaction. The discussion involved understanding that incentive design must be tailored to the grocery store context, taking into account the unique characteristics of this industry. Sales bonuses, when tied to specific types of products, can provide a greater motivational boost for employees. Recognition of good performance can be realized in the form of promotion or additional training, providing added value in employee career development. Flexibility in incentive design, effective communication, and continuous evaluation of the effectiveness of incentive programs are the keys to success. The results of this research provide insight for business owners and managers in the grocery agency industry to design incentive programs that suit employee needs and business goals, as well as accommodate changes in the industrial environment.

PTPN IV Medan Company is a company operating in the plantation sector in Medan, Indonesia. As a company operating in the business sector, PTPN IV Medan also has a retail business division which is an important part of its operational activities. This research is the result of qualitative research by raising the problem of how to apply Islamic economic principles in the PTPN IV Medan company. This type of research method is qualitative research using a descriptive approach and library research. As for the data sources in this research, the primary data is interviews with related parties, namely employees who work at the PTPN IV Medan company, while the secondary data is data obtained through reports regarding the PTPN IV Medan Company. In this context, it is important to evaluate the extent to which this company applies Islamic economic principles in its retail business. This analysis can also provide insight into the effectiveness and success of implementing Islamic economic principles in the company's retail business.

This research was conducted with the aim of investigating the influence of the 4P Marketing Mix on consumer decisions regarding PTPN IV Butong Tea & Tobasari Tea retail products. Marketing Mix 4P includes four main components, namely product, price, place and promotion, which are interrelated and have the potential to influence consumer decisions. In this context, Butong Tea & Tobasari Tea were chosen as retail products offered by PTPN IV. The research method used in this study involves interviews with willing sources as a means of collecting data. Research respondents were consumers of Butong Tea & Tobasari Tea who were randomly selected. The data collected will be analyzed using the narrative analysis method to identify the influence of each 4P Marketing Mix component on consumer decisions. The hope is that this research can provide more in-depth knowledge about the factors that influence consumer decisions in choosing Butong Tea & Tobasari Tea. Moreover, the main aim of this research is also expected to provide broader understanding for PTPN IV in optimizing their marketing strategy to increase product interest so that it influences consumer decisions. The conclusions from this research can contribute to knowledge and understanding of the influence of the 4P Marketing Mix on consumer decisions in the context of Butong Tea & Tobasari Tea retail products. Companies need to consider the principles of justice, business ethics, managerial skills, social responsibility, and halal transactions in marketing strategies and consumer decisions. This research can also provide practical input for PTPN IV and the tea industry in general in developing effective marketing strategies to increase sales and consumer satisfaction.

Financial performance analysis plays a crucial role in assessing the overall health and effectiveness of a company. This research focuses on analyzing the financial performance of a retail distribution network company in Indonesia, utilizing quantitative descriptive methods. It employs financial ratio and common size analyses on primary data from financial statements to comprehend the company's financial position, profitability, liquidity, and solvency. Through a quantitative descriptive observational design, secondary data from literature and documents are collected. The analysis includes assessing liquidity via current and cash ratios, profitability through metrics like ROA, ROI, and ROE, as well as evaluating solvency using relevant ratios. The findings provide insights into the company's performance, revealing potential short-term issues due to decreasing current and cash ratios and fluctuations in profitability. These insights assist stakeholders in making informed decisions and formulating strategies, underscoring the significance of financial analysis in evaluating a company's health.

Investing in economic development is an important aspect because investment is one of the driving forces in the process of strengthening a country's economy. Several countries have made efforts to increase investment within the framework of their economic policies, as one way to encourage the process of strengthening the economy (Jati, 2012). Over the last decade, investment has not only become an important need for a country to advance its economic development but is also the most important means of developing industry. The research method used in this journal is qualitative. This research uses a qualitative approach to understand the factors influencing traditional markets and their impact on society and the economy. In this research, the author uses descriptive analysis to explain the conditions of traditional markets and the impact of changes in consumer preferences and the shift in people's shopping places to modern shopping centers. Indonesia has decided to become a member of both regional and world trade, such as: GATT (General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade), AFTA (Asean Free Trade Area), APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) and WTO (Word Trade Organization). Indonesia has become a member of regional and world trade, so at the same time, Indonesia has become part of the global community and trade liberalization. Basically, liberalization creates an era of global trade that is free of borders, protection and barriers. This also increases trade competition between economic actors. The challenges of traditional markets in facing the impact of globalization and trade liberalization are characterized by the flow of investment into Indonesia from one most profitable region to another in all investment sectors. This phenomenon makes capital investment or investment a demand to meet the needs of a country, company and society, for example by investing in the modern retail industry (modern markets), such as: supermarkets, hypermarkets, minimarkets.

The purpose of this study was to investigate the execution of measures aimed at lowering the utilization of plastic bags within the retail market of Jepara Regency. The research employs a qualitative methodology, utilizing descriptive analytic techniques. The data-gathering process involved conducting an interview with the Head of Hygiene and Waste Management at the Jepara Regency Environment Office, who served as a key informant. In order to gather comprehensive data, interviews were conducted with both sellers and buyers at retail stores in Welahan, Mayong, and Pecangaan sub-districts. The findings of the study indicate that the implementation of the policy is facilitated by socializing activities, particularly in the context of communication and transmission. The Jepara regency government has conducted socialization efforts throughout nearly all marketplaces, demonstrating a clear and consistent approach. The implementation of policies involves the participation of human resources, namely the Environment Office, as the responsible entity. The necessary financial resources for policy implementation are also obtained through the Regional Revenue and Expenditure Budget. Regarding disposition, policy implementers have a preexisting commitment to effectively executing their responsibilities and exhibit a democratic mindset. In relation to bureaucratic organization, the execution of government policies is already directed by the established Standard Operating Procedure. However, there are still challenges for the government in terms of public response and low understanding of the dangers of using plastic bags.

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) development strategies, namely through training and mentoring will help MSMEs manage their business more effectively, increasing market access through e-commerce platforms,effective marketing strategies, and collaboration with distributors and retailers will help MSMEs to expand market share and increase sales, as well as collaboration between MSMEs and empowerment of local business networks. Increasing market access through e-commerce platforms,effective marketing strategies, and collaboration with distributors are important strategies for MSMEs in expanding product reach and increasing sales, such as online marketplaces, so that MSMEs can reach consumers in various locations without being limited by geographic boundaries, use of media social, creative product promotion, and selecting the right market segment and collaborating with distributors and retailers.

Sari Mulya Supermarket is one of the supermarkets that provides various kinds of basic household needs and a place to shop that can shop wholesale and retail. This type of research uses quantitative. The population of this study with a sample of 60 employees as respondents. Data collection techniques by distributing questionnaires to respondents online using the Google form. The results of this study are that work stress has no partial and negative effect on employee performance. This is supported by the calculated t value for Job Stress (X1) on Employee Performance (Y), the calculated t value is -1.676 < t table 1.673 and the t test sig value for Job Stress (X1) on Employee Performance (Y) is 0.099 > 0, 05. Leadership style partially and positively influences employee performance. This is supported by the calculated t value for Leadership Style (X2) on Employee Performance (Y), the calculated t value is 5.081 > t table 1.673 and the t test sig value for Leadership Style (X2) on Employee Performance (Y) is 0.000 < 0.05 . Simultaneously Work Stress (X1) and Leadership Style (X2) are significant and positive on Motivation (Z). It is known that the significant value of Work Stress (X1) and Leadership Style (X2) simultaneously on Motivation (Z) is 0.000 < 0.05 and the calculated F value is 13.733 > F table 4.010. Simultaneously Work Stress (X1) and Leadership Style (X2) have a significant and positive effect on Employee Performance through Motivation (Z). It is known that the significant value of Job Stress (X1) and Leadership Style (X2) simultaneously on Employee Performance (Y) through Motivation (Z) is 0.000 < 0.05 and the calculated F value is 23.375 > F table 4.010.  

Saat ini, dengan munculnya e-commerce di Indonesia, orang hanya tinggal di rumah, membeli barang secara online dan mengirimkannya langsung ke rumah. Semua dapat dilakukan dengan beberapa klik atau ketukan. Dengan mempertimbangkan kemudahan ini, minat belanja online semakin meningkat. E-commerce di Indonesia tumbuh signifikan sejak beberapa tahun terakhir. Dalam survei terbaru yang dilakukan oleh Barometer Konsumen Google bersama toko online Elevenia, Jumlah transaksi online di Indonesia meningkat, 78% responden berbelanja online melalui gadget seluler. di Indonesia mencatat 41% penjualannya berasal dari Jakarta, namun enam bulan kemudian angka ini turun menjadi 22%. Hal ini menunjukkan bahwa tidak hanya konsumen di Jakarta yang rutin berbelanja online, konsumen di luar Jakarta juga memberikan kontribusinya terhadap pasar e-commerce di Indonesia, termasuk masyarakat di kota Semarang. Dengan semakin merabahnya perkembangan industri e-commerce Transmart berinovasi dengan meluncurkan Transmart Home Dilevery (THD) diharap mampu membantu memenuhi kebutuhan harian masyarakat terutama produk fresh food namun tetap meminimalisir penyebaran virus corona (Covid-19). Dengan semakin maraknya perkembangan perbelanjaan online Transmart hadir dengan memberikan pelayanan yang aman, praktis dan juga nyaman bagi pelanggan. Riset yang dilakukan oleh Association of E-commerce Indonesia (IDEA), Google Indonesia, dan TNS (Taylor Nelson Sofres) menemukan bahwa produk fesyen mendominasi pasar e-commerce sebagai produk yang paling sering dibeli, diikuti oleh gadget seluler, elektronik konsumen, buku dan majalah, dan bahan makanan. Dengan berkembangnya e-commerce, persaingan antar toko online menjadi semakin ketat. Banyak perusahaan perlu menyesuaikan diri dengan kebutuhan pasar yang berubah-ubah. Untuk mendapatkan keunggulan kompetitif, perusahaan harus memahami pentingnya kepuasan pelanggan. Pelanggan yang puas akan membeli produk lagi, membicarakan produk dengan baik kepada orang lain. Terutama di pasar e-commerce jika orang menemukan produk serupa dengan harga lebih rendah dan kualitas lebih tinggi, mereka dapat dengan mudah pindah dan membeli dari pesaing yang lebih gesit. Masalah belanja online lainnya adalah layanan pengiriman yang buruk yang mengakibatkan kedatangan produk terlalu lama atau bahkan rusak. Layanan pengiriman sangat penting dalam e-commerce, karena merupakan tahap terakhir dari proses pemenuhan pesanan dan dari sudut pandang konsumen, yang paling kritis. Pengiriman tepat waktu dan andal harus menjadi prioritas nomor satu dan sangat penting untuk keberhasilan setiap toko online. Penelitian ini mengambil obyek di Transmart Setiabudi Kota Semarang, karena masa pandemi COVID-19 ini meluncurkan layanan pesan antar Transmart Home Dailivery (THD) yang dapat diakses melalui website thd.transretail.co.id ataupun dengan cara scan QR code yang terdapat pada seluruh sosial media Transmart Carrefour. Peluncuran layanan pesan antar ini diharap mampu membantu memenuhi kebutuhan harian masyarakat terutama produk fresh food, namun tetap meminimalisir penyebaran virus corona (Covid-19). Permasalahan yang diangkat penelitian ini adalah bagaimanakah dampak online fresh product delivery service dan pakaging produk dalam upaya meningkatkan kepuasan dan loyalitas pelanggan. Penelitian ini sesuai renstra Universitas 17 Agustus 1945 dalam topik tata kelola bisnis perusahaan.

Referring to the modern lifestyle, to carry out a wedding, there are many needs that must be prepared, so it takes a lot of time and costs quite a lot. Many vendors provide party needs, but do not provide all needs in one area. So that the bride and groom need more time, energy and money to go to different places to meet all the needs of the party, the interior design of this Wedding House adopts a concept with the title "Personal White". This concept is based on the western cultural wedding concept which predominantly uses shades of white, where white symbolizes the purity of marriage. The character that appears in the interior design of this wedding house is elegant, graceful, clean, orderly and simple. With a combination of American style and character that emerges from each retail area, visitors can feel a different impression from other existing wedding services. This wedding house design includes retail areas such as consultation area, photography area, lighting area, bridal, salon, and accessories area.

From the results of previous studies in the commercial area of Jl. Boulevard and Jl. Pengayoman is almost never empty of illegal parking for four-wheeled vehicles, generally, four-wheeled parking is lined up in the middle of the road, usually during the day, illegal parking is almost crowded starting from the gate of Jl Boulevard, near Jl. AP. Pettarani, to the front of Panakkukang Mall Panakkukang. Meanwhile, the shelter also starts from the gate of protection to the old adhiyaksa quarters. Where along the protection road there are many retail shops and offices so that it makes parking lots up to the pedestrians and the shoulders of the road. This is what causes the loss of user comfort and the changing function of pedestrians in the Jl. Boulevard and Jl. Protection so that it is an act that is contrary to Islamic law which is unlawful because it is illegal, does not comply with regional law and also harms other people. So to restore the comfort and function of existing pedestrians in the commercial area of Jl. Boulevard and Jl. Pengayoman, so we raised a research theme entitled “Analysis of the Effectiveness of Parking Spaces in Commercial Areas Jl. Boulevard and Jl. Pengayoman Kota Makassar” We examine this to find out the causes of illegal parking for visitors to the commercial area on Jl. Boulevard and Jl Pengayoman Makassar City. The research variable is the effectiveness of parking spaces in the Jl. Boulevard and Jl. Protection. Data analysis used qualitative or descriptive analysis which was used to explain the results of interviews with informants and observations conducted on Jl. Boulevard and Jl. Pengayoman City of Makassar with the results of a literature review on the effectiveness of parking spaces. from the results of the research we conducted, overall the effectiveness of existing parking provision and services is still not effective. This is caused by The existing parking facilities do not meet the parking space standard (SRP), where the average parking area for commercial buildings (shops) on Jalan Boulevard and Jalan Pengayoman is 40m2, while the parking space standard is according to the Decree of the Director General of Hubda No: 272 /HK.105/DRJD/96 is 90 (1), and the results of interviews with respondents who use parking spaces in the Commercial Area Jalan Boulevard and Jalan Pengayoman on average answer the ineffectiveness of parking spaces in the Commercial Area Jalan Boulevard and Jalan Pengayoman based on the questions asked in assessing the level of effectiveness of parking spaces. Keywords: Effectiveness, Parking Space, Convenience  

The development of digital technology has had a significant impact on the use of demand deposits in the trading business. This discussion aims to analyze the effect of the application of digital technology on the use of demand deposits in the retail industry. Several retail companies are still facing challenges related to technological infrastructure and the availability of reliable internet access. In order to optimize the use of demand deposits in the trading business with the adoption of digital technology, retail companies need to involve employees in training and developing technology skills. Attention to data protection and customer privacy is also required and the development of strategies to promote consumer acceptance of digital payment methods.    

Deficit funding for the State Revenue and Expenditure Budget (APBN) is an important challenge for the government in maintaining fiscal stability and supporting development policies. In order to find an effective funding alternative, the issuance of state bonds has become an option. This study aims to analyze the position of issuing state bonds as an alternative to funding the state budget deficit. This study uses a descriptive-analytical approach by collecting data from various related sources. The analysis was carried out through a literature review, data from the Indonesian Ministry of Finance, and regulations regarding the issuance of Government Bonds. The results of the study show that the issuance of state bonds has several benefits as an alternative to financing the state budget deficit, namely diversifying government funding sources, reducing dependence on tax revenues and other income, providing flexibility in the schedule of interest and principal payments, in accordance with the government's financial capacity, attracting investor participation. institutional and retail, increasing financial market liquidity. APBN Deficit Funding is dominated by State Bonds, which of course the issuance of state bonds as an instrument for funding the APBN deficit makes fiscal space narrow. When the space for fiscal movement becomes limited, it means that the government faces limitations in collecting revenue or in managing government spending.    

This article examines how digital transformation, including the use of big data, Internet of Things (IoT), and blockchain, enhances supply chain efficiency. Focusing on the retail and manufacturing sectors, the study reveals that digital tools improve visibility, reduce delays, and optimize inventory management. The findings suggest that digital transformation is essential for businesses aiming to increase agility and resilience in a globalized supply chain.

Supply Chain Management has realized one of the main components into a competitive strategy to develop the productivity and profitability capabilities of a company. Supply Chain is a very important field for companies because besides aiming to meet consumer needs. The research method used in analyzing is a qualitative approach method. Activities involved in the Supply Chain of PT. Unilever Indonesia is a supplier, packaging, manufacturing, warehouse, distribution, retailer. PT. Unilever Indonesia decided to implement an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system and implement a fully operational SAP system to facilitate the company in the process of business integration to support the company's growth targets in the following years.

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh disiplin kerja, lingkungan kerja, stress kerja, beban kerja dan kepuasan kerja terhadap kinerja karyawan pada PT.Bengawan Retail Mandiri di Kabupaten Blora. Responden dalam penelitian ini adalah karyawan PT.Bengawan Retail Mandiri Kabupaten Blora dengan sampel 100 karyawan.. Metode pengumpulan data dengan menggunakan kuesioner. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode analisis regresi linier berganda dengan menggunakan alat uji statistic. Pengolahan data penelitian ini menggunakan alat bantu IBM SPSS 24. Penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh positif dan signifikan antara disiplin kerja terhadap kinerja karyawan, lingkungan kerja berpengaruh negatif signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan, stress kerja berpengaruh negatif signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan, beban kerja berpengaruh positif signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan dan kepuasan kerja berpengaruh positif signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan. Persamaan regresi yang diperoleh Y = 4,680. Disiplin kerja memiliki pengaruh positif sebesar 15% terhadap kinerja karyawan, lingkungan kerja memiliki pengaruh negatif -19,1%, stress kerja memiliki pengaruh negatif 14.5%, beban kerja meiliki pengaruh positif 37% dan kepuasan kerja memliki pengaruh positif sebesar 51%. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian yang telah dilakukan didapatkan nilai Adjusted R Square sebesar 0,703 atau 70,3%. Hal ini menunjukkan bahwa variabel kinerja karyawan dapat dijelaskan oleh variabel disiplin kerja, lingkungan kerja, stress kerja, beban kerja dan kepuasan kerja adalah sebesar 70,3%. Sedangkan sisanya sebesar 0,297 atau 29,7% dipengaruhi oleh variabel lain yang tidak diteliti dalam penelitian ini..    

This paper examines the transformative impact of e-commerce on traditional retail business models. By analyzing case studies of retailers that have successfully adapted to the digital marketplace, the study identifies key challenges, such as logistics and customer engagement, as well as opportunities for growth and innovation. The findings underscore the necessity for retailers to embrace digital strategies to remain competitive in the evolving market landscape.

This study aims to determine the potential for bankruptcy using the grover method (G-Score) in Retail Trading Sub-Sector Service Companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2015-2020. The research method used is a quantitative method. The population and sample of this research are 27 Retail Trade Sub-Sector Service companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the 2015-2020 period. This research sample selection method used purposive sampling method with a total of 16 companies that met the criteria. The analysis technique in this study uses the Microsoft Exel program in performing calculations using the grover model to predict company bankruptcy. Grover categorizes the company in bankruptcy with a score less than or equal to (-0.02). While the value for companies that are not bankrupt is more or equal to (0.01). Based on Grover's calculations (G-Score) from 16 Retail Trade Service Sub-Sector companies studied from 2015-2020, there were 5 companies that went bankrupt in a given year.

To meet the needs of life, there is a relationship between business actors and consumers. The relationship between business actors and consumers is interdependence. To protect the interests of consumers, the Consumer Protection Act is urgently needed due to the weak position of consumers towards business actors. The purpose of this study was to determine the form of legal protection for consumers in obtaining 3 kilograms of LPG (Liquified Petroleum Gas) at a price according to the HET (Highest Retail Price). The research method used in this study was a normative juridical research method with data collection through library research and interviews in order to collect and study library materials or secondary data. The result of the research is that regulations regarding consumer legal protection and consumer disputes in Indonesia have been regulated in Law Number 8 of 1999 concerning Consumer Protection. In addition, socialization is needed from the government and related institutions regarding the rights of 3 kg lpg consumers, such as the right to obtain information about the price of 3 kg lpg, information about the availability of 3 kg lpg gas at bases and so on, especially in the city of Surabaya.