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This study aims to test the effectiveness of the implementation of a simplified Mini-QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, Environment) system in improving working conditions at the Syams Handicraft woven craft MSME in Pati Regency, Central Java. The study used a quantitative method with a one-group pretest–posttest design involving 47 workers as respondents. Data collection was conducted through questionnaires and observations before and after the twelve-week intervention. The results showed that the implementation of the Mini-QHSE system was able to significantly reduce the level of occupational safety and health risks and significantly improve worker welfare. Further analysis revealed that the Mini-QHSE system made a significant contribution to variations in OHS risks and worker welfare. The dimension of safe work procedures proved to be the most influential factor in reducing work risks, while the training aspect was the main factor in improving worker welfare. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that the Mini-QHSE system designed according to the capacity and characteristics of MSMEs is effective in creating a safer and more prosperous work environment. This model has the potential to be applied to similar MSMEs with contextual adjustments as a practical solution in managing quality, safety, and occupational health in the micro-business sector.

Competition in the songkok (traditional cap) industry in Gresik Regency has become increasingly intense, especially for small enterprises such as UD. Arif Bersaudara, which face challenges in maintaining competitiveness amid changing market trends and consumer preferences. This study aims to analyze effective marketing strategies for UD. Arif Bersaudara by identifying internal and external factors and determining the most appropriate strategic priorities for business development. The research employs the SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) analysis to identify strategic factors and the QSPM (Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix) to determine the order of strategic priorities. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed to 92 respondents and analyzed quantitatively using weighting and attractiveness score calculations. The results show that the total IFE Matrix score is 4.80 and the EFE Matrix score is 4.772, placing UD. Arif Bersaudara in the “Grow and Build” strategic position. Based on the QSPM results, the main priority strategy is to leverage superior product quality, design variations, and size diversity to capture opportunities in digital and international markets, with the highest TAS value of 8.37. The study concludes that UD. Arif Bersaudara should focus its strategy on improving product quality and implementing digital marketing to strengthen competitiveness. The strength of this research lies in the application of the combined SWOT–QSPM methods, which provide measurable analytical results, while its limitation lies in the relatively small and region-specific number of respondents. Future research is recommended to expand respondent coverage and incorporate digital marketing–based analysis to make MSME marketing strategies more adaptive to technological developments.

This research is motivated by the development of the local fashion industry driving increasingly competitive competition, including in the bag product sector. This study aims to determine the effect of product design, word of mouth, and price on purchasing decisions for TBLZ Official bag products in Kediri, both partially and simultaneously. The approach used is quantitative research with a causal research type. The sample in this study amounted to 100 respondents who were TBLZ Official consumers. The sampling technique used the purposive sampling method, while data analysis was carried out using multiple linear regression using SPSS software version 25. The results of the study indicate that partially the variables of product design, word of mouth, and price have a significant effect on purchasing decisions, as indicated by their respective significance values ​​below 0.05. Simultaneously, the three variables also have a significant effect on purchasing decisions, with a calculated F value of 330.712 and a significance of 0.001. The coefficient of determination (Adjusted R²) value of 0.909 indicates that 90.9% of the variation in purchasing decisions can be explained by the three independent variables. Thus, companies are advised to focus on design innovation, strengthen word of mouth strategies, and consider appropriate pricing in order to increase consumer purchasing decisions. Keywords: Product Design, Word of Mouth, Price, Purchase Decision, Tblz Official Abstrak. Penelitian ini dilatar belakangi oleh perkembangan industri fashion lokal mendorong persaingan yang semakin kompetitif, termasuk dalam sektor produk tas. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh desain produk, word of mouth, dan harga terhadap keputusan pembelian produk tas TBLZ Official di Kediri, baik secara parsial maupun simultan. Pendekatan yang digunakan adalah penelitian kuantitatif dengan jenis penelitian kausal. Sampel dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 100 responden yang merupakan konsumen TBLZ Official. Teknik pengambilan sampel menggunakan metode purposive sampling, sedangkan analisis data dilakukan dengan regresi linier berganda menggunakan bantuan software SPSS versi 25. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa secara parsial variabel desain produk, word of mouth, dan harga berpengaruh signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian, yang ditunjukkan dengan nilai signifikansi masing-masing di bawah 0,05. Secara simultan, ketiga variabel tersebut juga berpengaruh signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian, dengan nilai F hitung sebesar 330,712 dan signifikansi 0,001. Nilai koefisien determinasi (Adjusted R²) sebesar 0,909 mengindikasikan bahwa 90,9% variasi dalam keputusan pembelian dapat dijelaskan oleh ketiga variabel independen. Dengan demikian, perusahaan disarankan untuk fokus pada inovasi desain, memperkuat strategi word of mouth, serta mempertimbangkan penetapan harga yang sesuai agar dapat meningkatkan keputusan pembelian konsumen.   Kata kunci: Desain Produk, Word Of Mouth, Harga, Keputusan Pembelian, Tblz Official

The fashion world greatly influences the lifestyle of Indonesian people, because people are more interested in paying attention to the appearance they wear. One of the fashion products that is currently developing in Indonesia is Visval. The purpose of this study was to measure Instagram content, consumer purchasing decisions for Visval products on Instagram followers @Visval, and to test the effect of Instagram content for Visval bags on purchasing decisions on Instagram followers @Visval. The theories used in this study are Instagram content theory (Miles 2019: 125-130) and purchasing decision theory (Kotler & Armstrong 2018: 176-177). This study uses a quantitative approach, the method used is the survey method. The population in the study was 161 who were in accordance with the characteristics. The number of samples in this study was 115 respondents, the data collection technique was carried out by distributing questionnaires. Sampling using simple random sampling. The results of this study are that the first Instagram content is quite high with an average value of 3.50 and the second is that the purchasing decision is quite high with an average value of 3.58 and the third is that the influence of Visval bag Instagram content on purchasing decisions has an influence of 58.6%, while the remaining 41.4% is influenced by other factors.

This study aims to explain the influence of product quality, price and location on purchasing decisions at Awi Handmade Kediri. The data analysis technique used by researchers in this study uses statistical tests through validity tests, reliability tests, classical assumption tests, multiple linear regression tests, t tests, F tests with SPSS version 16.0. The methods used in this study are questionnaires, interviews and observations. The sampling technique in this study used the Accidental Sampling technique with a sample size of 86. Based on the results of the study obtained by researchers from the multiple linear regression equation Y = 2.344 + 0.369X1 + 0.411X2 + 0.2.69X3. The results of the analysis conducted, the results of the study indicate that the product quality variable has a significant effect on purchasing decisions, the price variable has a significant effect on purchasing decisions with evidence of Sig t 0.000> 0.05, the location variable has a significant effect on purchasing decisions with evidence of Sig t 0.000 <0.05, and the results of product quality, price and location simultaneously have a significant effect on purchasing decisions with evidence of Sig F 0.000 <0.05. The results of the analysis of the R2 value = 0.907 or 90.7%.  

Entrepreneurship training entitled "Social Innovation in Community Empowerment: Creating New Entrepreneurs Sewing Hajatan Bags and Dasters from Used Sarong Fabric in Kayen Village, Bandarkedungmulyo District" aims to improve technical skills, understanding of social entrepreneurship, and digital marketing strategies for non-productive housewives. This program was implemented on October 27-30, 2024 at the Kayen Village Hall and was attended by 20 participants. The implementation of the activity included a pre-test stage to measure initial abilities, technical training in sewing hajatan bags and dasters, and a post-test to evaluate the results of the training. The post-test results showed an average increase of 65% in sewing skills, understanding of the concept of social entrepreneurship, and product marketing skills. During the training, several obstacles were identified, including limited tools and supporting materials, disparities in the initial skill levels of participants, and the lack of confidence of some participants in utilizing digital platforms for marketing. These obstacles were successfully overcome through intensive mentoring by a team of trainers who provided practical direction and motivation during the activity. As a concrete result, four business groups were formed, namely the Bodeh Group, the Amanah Kreatif Group, the Maju Jaya Sewing House, and the Mak Kreatif Group, which utilize digital platforms such as WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok, and Shopee to support the marketing of their products. This program not only increases the capacity of individual participants but also creates a sustainable community-based entrepreneurial ecosystem. The results of the training show that the social innovation approach can be an effective solution to significantly empower the economy of rural communities. With proper implementation, this model has the potential to be replicated in other areas to overcome similar problems.