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The rapid development of the fashion industry has led to increasing environmental problems due to textile waste and the use of environmentally unfriendly materials. This study aims to analyze the potential innovation of kur rope bags as an environmentally friendly fashion product with high economic value. The research method used is a descriptive qualitative method through observation, literature study, and documentation of the kur rope bag manufacturing process. The results show that kur rope has strong, durable, and flexible characteristics, making it suitable for use as a basic bag material. Innovation in design and weaving techniques can increase the aesthetic value and marketability of the product. In addition, kur rope bags have the potential to become a promising business opportunity and support the empowerment of the community's creative economy. With growing awareness of sustainability, kur rope bags can become an alternative fashion product that not only reduces environmental impact but also creates new market opportunities. Therefore, the development of this product is expected to contribute positively to reducing textile waste and strengthening the local economy through the creative industry.

SMEs play an important role in Indonesia's economy, one of which is the woodcraft industry that has great potential for export. Putra Mandiri Woodcraft (PMW) faces sales instability, ranging from 30% to 145.48% of the set target, which affects production efficiency. This study aims to formulate an effective marketing strategy to increase sales volume and business competitiveness. The methods used in this study include the IFE and EFE Matrix analysis to identify internal and external factors affecting the company, SWOT analysis to formulate various strategies, and QSPM to determine strategy priorities based on the Total Attractiveness Score (TAS) value. The analysis results show that Putra Mandiri Woodcraft has an IFE score of 2.70 and an EFE score of 2.80, indicating that the company's internal condition is quite strong, although the response to external factors is still moderate. The company's main strengths lie in product quality and consumer trust, while its weaknesses are the lack of innovation in product design. Based on the SWOT analysis results, eight potential strategies were found, and the QSPM shows that expansion through a marketplace based on product quality and more varied designs is the main priority with a TAS value of 6.16.

Erpat Leather is a manufacturer of leather bags, pouches, wallets, and belts, located in Tirto RT 05, Bangunjiwo, Kasihan, Bantul, Yogyakarta. Some production materials are not arranged neatly, which can disrupt the smoothness of the production process. The business needs to improve the efficiency and smoothness of the production process. Then, community service activities were carried out by lecturers, educational staff, and students of the Industrial Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Study Programs of the University of AKPRIND Indonesia to increase the knowledge of Erpat Leather owners and workers about 5S (Seiri, Seiton, Seiso, Seiketsu, Shitsuke). Erpat Leather needed training to improve the smoothness of the production process, work efficiency, and work safety. This training began with a discussion between the service team and the business owner, followed by field observations by the service team, and continued with suggestions for improvement to the owner and workers, and ended with the delivery of conclusions and a group photo. The implementation of 5S at Erpat Leather is carried out through five stages, namely, first, sorting goods that are still in use and those that are no longer used; second, arranging goods in the production area in an orderly manner; third, cleaning the work environment regularly; fourth, maintaining the work area to keep it clean; fifth, disciplining good work habits, and providing slogans that cultivate 5S. This activity is expected to increase Erpat Leather's competitiveness in the leather product market by improving the smoothness of the production process.

Erpat Leather is a manufacturer of leather bags, pouches, wallets, and belts, located in Tirto RT 05, Bangunjiwo, Kasihan, Bantul, Yogyakarta. Some production materials are not arranged neatly, which can disrupt the smoothness of the production process. The business needs to improve the efficiency and smoothness of the production process. Then, community service activities were carried out by lecturers, educational staff, and students of the Industrial Engineering and Mechanical Engineering Study Programs of the University of AKPRIND Indonesia to increase the knowledge of Erpat Leather owners and workers about 5S (Seiri, Seiton, Seiso, Seiketsu, Shitsuke). Erpat Leather needed training to improve the smoothness of the production process, work efficiency, and work safety. This training began with a discussion between the service team and the business owner, followed by field observations by the service team, and continued with suggestions for improvement to the owner and workers, and ended with the delivery of conclusions and a group photo. The implementation of 5S at Erpat Leather is carried out through five stages, namely, first, sorting goods that are still in use and those that are no longer used; second, arranging goods in the production area in an orderly manner; third, cleaning the work environment regularly; fourth, maintaining the work area to keep it clean; fifth, disciplining good work habits, and providing slogans that cultivate 5S. This activity is expected to increase Erpat Leather's competitiveness in the leather product market by improving the smoothness of the production process.

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) producing bags play an important role in the regional economy, but still face problems in financial management, particularly cash flow planning. The main problem faced by SME partners producing bags in Cipamokolan Village, Rancasari District, Bandung City, is the lack of comprehensive cash flow planning, which has the potential to cause liquidity problems. This community service activity aims to improve the understanding and skills of bag SME  in preparing a simple cash budget and encouraging its sustainable implementation. The methods used include training and mentoring with stages of problem identification, material delivery, cash budget preparation practice, and evaluation. The results of the activity show an increase in partners' understanding of cash planning, their ability to prepare a simple cash budget, and their commitment to implementing a cash budget in their daily business financial management. This activity is expected to improve cash flow control and support the sustainability of bag SME businesses