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In response to the increasing competition within the telecommunications industry, PT. Telkom Indonesia Regional III faces the challenge of maintaining its competitive advantage and fostering customer loyalty. This study aims to analyze the application of Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC) by PT. Telkom Indonesia Regional III in enhancing the company’s competitiveness while simultaneously strengthening customer loyalty. The research employs a descriptive qualitative approach, utilizing data collection techniques such as interviews, observations, and document analysis. The findings reveal that PT. Telkom Indonesia Regional III has effectively implemented essential IMC elements, including advertising, sales promotions, digital marketing, personal selling, and public relations. These strategies have proven to be effective in increasing customer awareness of services, reinforcing long-term relationships, and supporting the company’s competitive positioning in the market.

The digital era has changed consumer behavior and the way of doing business, especially for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). This article discusses social media optimization strategies to improve MSME marketing. By analyzing the development of social media and digital consumer behavior, this article presents practical recommendations for MSMEs to increase their awareness, increase sales, and build customer loyalty. The approach used in this study is to conduct training and workshops involving professionals in the field of digital marketing. This study shows that social media optimization can be the key to increasing the competitiveness and success of MSMEs in the digital era.

Entrepreneurship plays a vital role in global economic progress and is the main path to financial independence and innovation. Amidst the rapid development of technology and rapid changes, new opportunities for entrepreneurs are wide open, but they also have to face various challenges that require wise management. This article reviews five important aspects for entrepreneurs in the digital era. First, the importance of recognizing business opportunities that arise from technological advances and digital market transformation. Second, the implementation of sustainable innovation strategies to remain competitive in the market. Third, managing risks and uncertainties in the digital business world. Fourth, utilizing technology to improve business operational efficiency. Fifth, the importance of creating a strong brand and building customer loyalty in a competitive market. By understanding and implementing these five aspects, entrepreneurs can maximize their potential and achieve sustainable success in the ever-evolving business world.

This study examines the intense competition in the contemporary franchise beverage industry in Gorontalo City, where consumers have many choices that affect loyalty to certain brands. This study aims to analyze the effect of brand equity and marketing mix on customer loyalty. This descriptive quantitative research uses accidental sampling with 100 samples. Data analysis includes statistical tests as well as Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) models. This study shows that brand equity and marketing mix have a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions, both partially and simultaneously, with the t-count and f-count values exceeding the table limit at the 95% confidence level. SEM-PLS analysis confirmed the significant relationship with p-values of 0.05 and t-statistics of 1.96, supporting the tested model. The research conclusion shows that brand equity and marketing mix have a significant influence on purchasing decisions. As advice, business owners of contemporary beverage franchises in Gorontalo City are advised to strengthen brand equity, as well as optimize creative and effective marketing strategies to increase competitiveness.

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) play a strategic role in Indonesia's economy, particularly as job providers and drivers of local economic growth. However, the main challenges faced by MSMEs include limited market access, business management, and marketing strategies. This study aims to explore the mentoring strategy of the milkshake beverage MSME BIIMILK through social media, with a focus on optimizing digital marketing. The methods used include observation, strategy development, and mentoring and evaluation, involving SWOT analysis, training in creative content creation, and the use of digital ad features such as Ads META. The results show that this strategy successfully increased content posting consistency, audience engagement, and product sales. Mentoring MSMEs through social media has proven effective in improving competitiveness, visibility, and customer loyalty. This study recommends the sustainability of social media utilization to drive business growth for MSMEs in the digital era.  

The research used a questionnaire method which was carried out at BMT Jambi City. This research used 100 samples as respondents with samples taken using Random Sampling Technique. The results of this research are: (1) Service quality has a significant effect on customer loyalty, (2) trust has a significant effect on customer loyalty, (3) religiosity has no significant effect on customer loyalty, (4) service quality has no significant effect on satisfaction, (5) ) trust has no effect on satisfaction, (6) religiosity has a significant effect on satisfaction (7) satisfaction has a significant effect on customer loyalty, (8) satisfaction does not mediate the effect of service quality on customer loyalty, (9) satisfaction does not mediate the effect of trust on customer loyalty ( 10) satisfaction does not mediate the effect of religiosity on customer loyalty

In the context of increasingly tight business competition in the current era, both at the domestic and global levels, companies must have the ability to win the competition by ensuring customer satisfaction. This research aims to analyze the influence of Price Perception, Service Quality on Customer Loyalty mediated by Customer Satisfaction at PT. Soyo Aji Perkasa. This research used quantitative and purposive sampling methods, with 127 respondents. This research used questionnaire analysis and a literature review. The data analysis technique used in this research is path coefficient analysis and Specific Indirect Effect. With the hypothesis showing r table > t table and P value < 0.05 with the conclusion that all hypotheses have a significant positive effect.

This study aims to analyze the efforts made by the management of CV Goodspeed Coffee Bitung to improve employee performance and company revenue, as well as to identify the factors influencing employee performance. Additionally, this research examines the impact of employee performance on customer satisfaction and loyalty. A qualitative approach was used to gather in-depth information through interviews, observations, and documentation. The findings show that CV Goodspeed Coffee's management has implemented strategies such as setting clear work targets and conducting regular training to improve employee performance. Factors influencing employee performance include work discipline, skills, and positive attitudes. Good employee performance has been shown to have a positive impact on customer satisfaction and loyalty, which in turn increases the company's revenue. This study is expected to contribute theoretically to the development of human resource management and provide practical benefits for the company, academia, and the author for further development in the field of employee performance management.    

This study aims to examine the effect of Islamic accounting service quality on customer trust in the context of Islamic banking. This literature study identifies key factors in enhancing customer trust, including transparency of financial statements, compliance with sharia principles, and overall service quality. Using the literature research method, it was found that consistent and shariah-compliant implementation of Islamic accounting plays an important role in enhancing customer trust. Service quality that includes accuracy, transparency, and sharia compliance has a significant impact on customer trust, which in turn affects customer loyalty and the growth of Islamic banks. This research provides insights for Islamic bank management to improve service quality to build customer trust.

This research aims to analyze the influence of the marketing mix and service quality This study aims to analyze the influence of the marketing mix and service quality on customer satisfaction and its impact on customer loyalty at PT Delta Primalab Scientific. The marketing mix, which includes product, price, place, and promotion, is considered a crucial element in influencing customer satisfaction. In addition, service quality, which encompasses responsiveness, reliability, and empathy, also plays a significant role in building customer satisfaction and loyalty. This research employs a quantitative method using a survey technique (questionnaire) involving a sample of customers from PT Delta Primalab Scientific. The population of this study consists of 61 customers of PT Delta Primalab Scientific. The sampling technique used is the Slovin method, with a sample size of 53 respondents. Data analysis was conducted using SEM-PLS to determine the direct influence between the variables studied. The research results show that the marketing mix significantly influences customer loyalty (β₁ = 0.352, t = 3.747, p = 0.000). Service quality significantly affects customer loyalty (β₂ = 0.319, t = 2.478, p = 0.014). Customer satisfaction significantly impacts customer loyalty (β₃ = 0.320, t = 2.690, p = 0.007). The marketing mix significantly influences customer satisfaction (β₄ = 0.453, t = 3.799, p = 0.000), and service quality significantly influences customer satisfaction (β₅ = 0.445, t = 3.830, p = 0.000).

This research aims to analyze the role of sharia economics in the management of social media-based Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (UMKM). The development of information technology, especially social media, has opened up new opportunities for MSMEs to access wider markets. However, amidst the dynamics of the digital market, the application of sharia economic principles in managing social media-based MSMEs is very important to maintain business sustainability and ensure fair and transparent transactions.. By implementing business models such as mudharabah and musyarakah, social media-based UMKM can optimize financing potential without dependence on interest, as well as strengthen relationships with customers through ethical transactions. The research results show that the application of sharia economics in managing social media-based MSMEs not only improves business performance, but also has a positive impact on brand strengthening, customer loyalty and social empowerment. However, the main challenge in implementing sharia economics in social media-based MSMEs lies in the limited education and understanding among business actors.      

The rapid development of information and communication technology has caused significant changes to people's lives, especially in terms of communication. People's needs in this era of globalization in the form of smartphones are high because technology continues to experience development. This study aims to determine the effect of Brand Experience, Price and Customer Satisfaction, on Oppo Smartphone Customer Loyalty. In this study, the population studied was all people who bought and used an Oppo smartphone. The sample in this study amounted to 200 people using a purposive sampling technique. The data is then processed using the Lisrel Structural Equation Model (SEM) method. Based on the test results, it is known that Brand Experience has an effect on Customer Satisfaction. Price has no effect on Customer Satisfaction. Brand Experience has no effect on Customer Loyalty. Price has an effect on Customer Loyalty. Customer Satofaction has no effect on Customer Loyalty.

The background of this research focuses on the development of the beauty salon industry which is getting heavier. Beauty salons offer a variety of services aimed at improving the appearance. Beauty salons must understand the factors that affect customer satisfaction. This study aims to analyze the influence of facilities and service quality on the level of customer satisfaction in beauty salons in Talawi District, Sawahlunto City. This research is a type of causal associative research using a quantitative approach. The data collection technique used in this study is to distribute a questionnaire through a g-form that has been tested for validity and reliability to 82 respondents as a research sample. . The data collected includes personal information of salon respondents regarding the facilities provided and the quality of services received. The results of the study show that facilities and service quality significantly affect customer satisfaction. The results of the hypothesis test showed that the three hypotheses proposed were accepted. The Adjusted R Square value of 0.745 shows that 74.5% of the variation in customer satisfaction can be explained by facilities and service quality, while 25.5% can be explained by other variables outside this study. Therefore, it is important for beauty salons to improve facilities and service quality to increase customer satisfaction in order to meet customer expectations and increase their loyalty to the salon.

This study aims to analyze the influence of Islamic business ethics and product quality on consumer satisfaction in the culinary business Lontong Pak Muslim in Medan. Islamic business ethics in this study are measured through the application of principles such as honesty, trustworthiness, and fairness, while product quality includes taste, cleanliness, and authenticity of raw materials. This research method uses a quantitative approach with data collection through a Likert scale-based questionnaire distributed to 100 respondents. The data analysis technique used is multiple linear regression, with t-test, F-test, and coefficient of determination to see the relationship and influence between variables. The results of the study indicate that Islamic business ethics and product quality partially and simultaneously have a positive and significant effect on consumer satisfaction. Product quality has a more dominant influence than Islamic business ethics, indicating the importance of taste quality and cleanliness in increasing customer satisfaction. Overall, this study shows that the application of business ethics in accordance with Islamic values ​​and good product quality can strengthen consumer loyalty and maintain business sustainability. These findings provide recommendations to culinary business actors to continue to pay attention to product quality and uphold the principles of Islamic business ethics in an effort to increase consumer satisfaction and competitiveness in the market.

This study aims to optimize marketing strategies through RFM (Recency, Frequency, Monetary) analysis on a retail transaction dataset obtained from Kaggle. The dataset contains 64,682 transactions from 5,242 SKUs involving 22,625 customers over one year. Data cleaning and RFM analysis were conducted to segment customers based on recency, frequency, and monetary values. The findings reveal that customers were segmented into groups such as Champions, Loyal Customers, and At Risk. These segments provide valuable insights for developing targeted marketing strategies, such as loyalty programs for high-value customers and retention campaigns for at-risk customers. The study demonstrates that RFM analysis is effective in identifying valuable customer segments and optimizing marketing efforts based on customer behavior. This approach can increase customer retention and improve the return on investment (ROI) in marketing campaigns.

This research aims to test the effect brand image, advertising and product quality on customer loyalty with brand community as an intervening variable. The study was conducted on AREI members outdoor community in East Priangan. Sampling is carried out using techniques propotioned stratified random sampling, with a sample size of 250, spread across store Tasikmalaya and Garut. The research instrument used was a questionnaire with a Likert scale. The analysis technique used is structural equation modeling with the smartPLS application. The results of this research show that 1) Brand image, advertising, products, brand community and customer loyalty, in excellent condition; 2) Brand image, advertising and product quality have a positive and significant effect on brand community; 3) Brand image, advertising and product quality have a positive and significant effect on customer loyalty; 4) Brand community positive and significant effect on customer loyalty; 5) Brand image, advertising and product quality influence customer loyalty through the brand community.  

This article is entitled Analysis of the Implementation of Customer Relationship Management in Increasing Customer Loyalty at the LKMS-A Gapoktan Panampuang Prima Cooperative. Matters relating to behavior towards customers, how to serve customers, and all matters relating to customer behavior are part of Customer Relationship Management. In this study, the research used is field research which is descriptive qualitative in nature by collecting data through observation, interviews and documentation. Qualitative research is carried out to build knowledge through understanding and discovery. The results of this research, the implementation of Customer Relationship Management at LKMS-A Gapoktan Panampuang Prima is CRM designed to utilize information technology by developing a continuous relationship with customers by maximizing four dimensions, namely planning, People, Process. , Technology. Which can be seen in the LKMS-A Gapoktan Panampuang Prima which has maximized these four dimensions. Meanwhile, the obstacle faced by the LKMS-A cooperative is the difficulty in increasing the number of customers due to the large number of competing institutions nearby. However, these obstacles can be overcome by improving service quality, increasing trust, increasing satisfaction, and building a better company image.    

Since the development of lifestyles has become increasingly rapid, the activity of drinking coffee has become a lifestyle in itself. We can see one of these phenomena from the rise of coffee shops that are scattered around offering one stop shopping. Chinoss Coffeespace is a Coffee Shop in Pekanbaru. Coffee Shop initially only provided a place to drink coffee and tea quickly. This research is in line with the Stimulus Organism Response (S-O-R) theory where in essence, good and appropriate sales promotions and service quality can also cause good reactions from consumers, namely loyalty from consumers themselves, and vice versa, if sales promotions and The quality of the service provided is poor so it gets less reaction from consumers, namely consumers do not become loyal to Coffeeshop. This research aims to find out how much sales promotions at Chinoss Coffeespace can influence consumer loyalty.This research uses quantitative research methods, survey methods. The population in this study are consumers who have a loyalty card from Chinos Coffeeshop. In this sample, researchers took a sample of 154 consumers. And also to find out how much the quality of service at Chinoss Coffeespace can influence consumer loyalty. From the results obtained from the Chinoss owner, 1000 cards have been distributed to customers, where each customer must collect 4 cards to be able to exchange them and get a tumbler prize.That the coefficient of determination is 0.812 or equal to 81.2%, this means that variable X1 and Variable X2, in this case Sales Promotion and Customer Quality in the case of Chinoss Coffeespace, can influence variable Y, namely Consumer Loyalty. After the data was processed using the SPSS version 25 application, the researcher knew that the calculated F value of 325.660 had a significance level of 0.000. Therefore, because the significance value in this research is 0.000 which is smaller than the standard significance of 0.05, we can conclude that variables X1 (sales promotion) and X2 (service quality) have an influence on variable Y (Consumer Loyalty). It can be concluded that sales promotion as variable X1 and service quality as variable X2 influence consumer loyalty as variable Y for Chinoss Coffeespace consumers.

This study aims to determine the direct and indirect effect of trust, service quality, price on customer loyalty through customer satisfaction at JNE  Tanjung Pinang Branch. This type of research uses quantitative research methods with primary and secondary data sources. This research was conducted at JNE Tanjung Pinang Branch, Tanjung Pinang, Riau Islands. This research started from March 2023 to August 2023. Based on the results of JNE transaction data for Tanjungpinang City, the population taken is consumers from the corporate and social commerce types who trust the delivery of goods/files from companies or agencies with JNE. The population is 146 from both corporate and social commerce types who have collaborated with JNE Tanjung Pinang. In this study, data collection was carried out using the census method in which the entire population was taken as a sample. By using the census method, this study aims to obtain accurate and representative data from the entire existing population. This step will make it easier for researchers to analyze and describe the characteristics and events that occur in the population, Based on the provisions, the number of samples that meet the criteria from JNE users in the corporate and social community categories is 118 respondents. This research uses Smart-Pls as a data processing tool. The results of the study show that all variables have a direct and indirect effect on variables Z and Y.    

This research is motivated by an interesting phenomenon in the field where it is difficult for Sharia Banks to maintain customer loyalty because many customers switch to other banks due to the public's lack of knowledge of Sharia Banking. This research aims to find out the strategies or methods used by Bank Syariah Indonesia KCP Bukitinggi Sudirman in maintaining consumer loyalty so that consumers do not move to other banks which has an impact on decreasing financing achievements and collections can decrease, so an analysis of the strategies implemented by Bank Syariah KCP is needed. Bukitinggi Sudirman using SWOT analysis, namely strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. This research is descriptive qualitative in nature and data collection methods are interviews, observation and documentation. Meanwhile, the technical data analysis used by researchers is SWOT analysis, IFE Matrix analysis, EFE Matrix, SWOT Matrix and Score Weight Table analysis. From the results of the research carried out, the strategy that can be implemented in maintaining consumer loyalty at BSI KCP Bukitinggi Sudirman is by using the SO strategy, namely offering a competitive ratio or profit sharing value based on special banking regulations for sharia banks and the strength of the LPS (deposit insurance agency), improving quality. services, socializing bank products (financing) so that they are more easily understood and accepted by the public.