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This study compares the financial performance of three manufacturing companies in Indonesia, namely PT Intan Wijaya International Tbk, PT Duta Pertiwi Nusantara Tbk, and PT Madusari Murni Indah Tbk, during the 2019-2023 period. The analysis was conducted using liquidity, activity, solvency, profitability, and market ratios to evaluate the financial health of each company. The results show that PT Duta Pertiwi Nusantara Tbk excels in liquidity ratios (average current ratio of 3.92 and average quick ratio of 3.48) as well as operational efficiency on average age of receivables (46.06 days) and inventory turnover (17.68 times). Meanwhile, PT Madusari Murni Indah Tbk has the highest solvency ratio (average TIE of 48.2% and average Fixed Charge Coverage of 8.2), although its debt-to-asset burden is also greater (debt ratio of 33%). On the other hand, PT Intan Wijaya International Tbk performed best on profitability (average ROE of 61.4%) and effectiveness of total asset utilization (average total asset turnover of 0.91). However, all three companies face the challenge of ratio fluctuations due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. This study is expected to provide important insights for stakeholders in making strategic decisions, as well as contribute to the literature of financial performance analysis of the manufacturing sector.

The manufacturing industry is still the main driver of the national economy. This is reflected in the consistency of the non-oil and gas processing industry which makes the largest contribution to the national gross domestic product (GDP) with an achievement of 16.30 percent in the second quarter of 2023. The ability of the manufacturing sector to provide traded goods and jobs makes it a significant contributor to Indonesia's economic situation. The Indonesian government has taken various steps to increase competitiveness in industries that are considered strategic in facing liberalization towards the ASEAN Single Market, including the manufacturing sector. One of the most important economic sectors for Indonesia is the manufacturing sector. Apart from exports and its contribution to GDP which continues to increase, the manufacturing sector is a labor-intensive sector that absorbs a lot of workers.

Inflation is a complex economic phenomenon and has a broad impact, including on a country's import policy. When inflation occurs, domestic prices of goods and services increase, thereby increasing production and consumption costs. As a result, producers must increase product prices to maintain profit margins, which can reduce domestic demand and increase demand for imports because local prices become more expensive than imported goods. In addition, inflation also weakens the value of a country's currency, increases the demand for foreign exchange to pay for imports, and worsens the exchange rate. Countries with high inflation rates often experience trade deficits due to a surge in imports and a decline in exports, which in turn depletes foreign exchange reserves because they are needed to pay foreign debt and import goods that are needed but can no longer be exported. To overcome inflation, countries can adjust their strategies. import with more effective measures. Several steps that can be taken include: (1) Optimizing the Import List, namely prioritizing essential goods that are difficult to re-export; (2) Negotiation of Import Tariffs, with the aim of reducing import costs and increasing trade flexibility; and (3) Investment in the Local Manufacturing Sector, in order to reduce dependence on imports and increase domestic competitiveness. With this strategy, import policies can be anticipated and prepared proactively to be more effective in dealing with inflationary conditions. This abstract discusses the impact of inflation on import policies and strategies to deal with it, such as optimizing import lists, negotiating import tariffs, and investing in the local manufacturing sector.

Company sompetition is increasing, one of which occurs in companies in the food and beverage manufacturing sector. Companies compete to provide the latest innovation in each oh their products to increase profits. The aim of this research is to find out how much influence operational costs and sales volume have on net profit partially or simultaneosly. The population in this study was 95 manufacturing companies in the food and beverage subsector fot the 2020-2023 period. The sample selection used a purposive sampling technique of 30 companies with 4 period for a total of 120 samples. The data used is secondary data obtained from financial reports of food and beverage subsector manufacturing companies. The method used in this research is quantitative statistical research with a causality approach which aims to determine the causal relationship between the independent variable and the dependent variable by conducting hypothesis testing using SPSS version 27. The result of the research show that operational cost have a partial effect on net profit, sales volume have a partial effect on net profit, operational costs and sales volume simultaneosly influence net profit.

This literature study examines the application of sustainable production systems in community empowerment, particularly focusing on industrial engineering implementation in local communities. Using a qualitative approach through document analysis, focus group discussions, and in-depth interviews, the research identifies three critical findings. First, community-based production system models that integrate contextual analysis, participatory design, and continuous monitoring significantly improve productivity and income of local communities, as demonstrated in the weaving community in Sleman, Indonesia. Second, production engineering interventions that combine technological innovation and social empowerment generate sustainable economic impacts, including 11-13% increase in global agricultural commodity production and 43% reduction in worker idle time in the manufacturing sector. Third, an adaptive conceptual framework connecting local wisdom with digital technology strengthens community resilience, as seen in green construction practices based on local materials that reduce costs by up to 20% while improving quality of life. The study strengthens socio-technical systems theory by demonstrating that the success of sustainable production systems depends on synergies between technical, social, and institutional aspects.

This study examines the complex dynamics of retirement planning among manufacturing workers in Batam, Indonesia, focusing on the interplay between financial behavior, social influence, and retirement planning outcomes. Utilizing a quantitative associative approach, the research surveyed 100 workers from diverse demographic backgrounds in Batam's manufacturing sector. The study employed Smart-PLS 3 software for structural equation modeling and path analysis. Key findings reveal that while financial behavior positively influences retirement planning (β=0.196, p=0.032), social influence exhibits a much stronger positive effect (β=0.858, p=0.000). Interestingly, social influence negatively moderates the relationship between financial behavior and retirement planning (β=-0.176, p=0.037), suggesting that social factors may sometimes counteract individual financial practices. These results underscore the complexity of retirement planning in industrial urban settings, highlighting the need for a nuanced approach that considers both individual financial literacy and broader social contexts. The study concludes by recommending holistic strategies that combine traditional financial education with community-based interventions to enhance retirement planning effectiveness among workers in rapidly developing industrial cities like Batam.

In the context of the industrial revolution 4.0 and the introduction of new technology, workplace safety has become a crucial aspect, especially in the manufacturing sector. In facing these challenges, it is important for the manufacturing industry to integrate proactive and integrated safety strategies. Employee safety and welfare is not only a moral responsibility, but also reflects the company's commitment to protecting human assets, in accordance with the values and principles of the 1945 Constitution. This research aims to provide a systematic, factual and accurate picture of strategy implementation safety management at PT Denso Indonesia in achieving Zero Accident, in line with Law of the Republic of Indonesia Number 1 of 1970 concerning Work Safety. The research results highlight that most work processes at PT Denso Indonesia have a high level of risk, however, the company has adopted safety management strategies to prevent accidents that are detrimental to employees and the company. In implementing this strategy, PT Denso Indonesia prioritizes national values by considering the principles of the 1945 Constitution. Efforts such as Safety Dojo and SCW are used to improve safety, while technology such as PIR sensors are also applied to prevent accidents. Success in achieving Zero Accident is influenced by consistency, employee participation, and strategy integration into a company culture that is based on national values. Thus, safety in the workplace is not only a goal, but also reflects the spirit of harmony between the interests of the company, employees and the nation, in accordance with the principles of the 1945 Constitution.