This study aims to analyze the entrepreneurial potential of Silayung coffee farmers in Karyamukti Village, Garut Regency, with a focus on financial management and coffee-based business practices. Using a qualitative approach involving interviews, observations, and financial document analysis, the study identifies opportunities, challenges, and strategies for coffee-based economic empowerment that can sustainably increase community income. The results show that although farmers possess significant potential in post-harvest processing and the marketing of value-added products, their primary constraint lies in limited financial management skills, including budgeting, cost control, and inadequate financial record-keeping. It is recommended that a comprehensive training program on business financial management be implemented, covering budgeting, tracking fixed and variable costs, and conducting profit and loss analyses. This would support business sustainability and significantly improve farmers' incomes. These findings highlight the importance of integrating financial management into coffee-based business empowerment strategies to enhance local economic competitiveness and long-term sustainability.

This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of  Lean Six Sigma implementation on company  performance in the manufacturing industry sector. The theory used in this study is contingency theory. Researchers examined 21 articles with a time span of 2020-2025 taken from the Scopus, PubMed and Google Scholar databases through Publish or Perish (PoP) software. The results of the study show that Lean Six Sigma with the DMAIC methodology has a significant impact on increasing operational efficiency, reducing production defects, and improving output quality in the manufacturing industry. Each stage of DMAIC uses various tools designed to identify, analyze, and resolve problems in the production process. 

UMKM kuliner, terutama Rumah Makan Padang Ujuang Pulau, sangat bergantung pada ketersediaan bahan baku segar dalam jumlah dan waktu yang tepat, yang dapat meminimalkan biaya untuk operasional dan meningkatkan efisiensi pada produksi. Studi ini bertujuan untuk membandingkan dan menganalisis seberapa efektif metode EOQ dan JIT dalam mengendalikan stok bahan baku di Rumah Makan Padang Ujuang Pulau. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif deskriptif. Cara untuk mengumpulkan data penelitian ini dilakukan dengan melakukan observasi, dokumentasi, dan wawancara. Data dianalisis menggunakan metode Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) dan Just In Time (JIT). Data diolah dengan menggunakan Microsoft Excel. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa metode EOQ dapat menekan biaya persediaan menjadi Rp 51.055 dengan frekuensi pemesanan rata-rata 3,1 kali per tahun, sedangkan metode JIT dapat menekan biaya persediaan menjadi Rp 1.160.301 dengan frekuensi pembelian 1,2 kali per tahun. Dengan demikian, dapat disimpulkan bahwa EOQ menjadi metode paling efektif untuk mengendalikan persediaan bahan baku pada UMKM ini, meskipun JIT dapat dipertimbangkan untuk kebutuhan efisiensi frekuensi pemesanan. Ini berbeda dengan kebijakan persediaan UMKM saat ini, yang memiliki biaya persediaan tertinggi.

This study aims to qualitatively analyze the coupon-setting strategy employed by the Directorate General of Budget Financing and Risk Management (DJPPR) in response to fluctuations in Bank Indonesia's benchmark interest rate, specifically the BI 7-Day Reverse Repo Rate (BI7DRR), during the 2021–2024 period. Using a descriptive-analytical approach based on a literature review, the research examines official policy documents, historical BI7DRR data, and relevant academic studies. The findings indicate that DJPPR implemented a floating with floor coupon mechanism as an adaptive strategy to address interest rate volatility. This mechanism has proven effective in maintaining the appeal of Savings Bond Ritel (SBR) among retail investors, while also reflecting the synergy between fiscal and monetary policy in managing national debt instruments

Crime generates insecurities, which limit tourism in several ways: reduced tourist destination appeal, increased perceptions of the risk of being victimized as a tourist, harm to destination image, increased transaction costs, and reduced institutional quality. This study employed a panel data approach to investigate the impact of criminal acts on tourist arrivals in 35 Central Javanese districts/cities from 2020 to 2024. Control variables included tourist attractions, accommodation, restaurants, vehicles, and the COVID-19 pandemic. Findings revealed a significant negative relationship between criminal cases and tourist visits, underscoring security's crucial role. Conversely, tourist attractions, accommodation, and restaurants positively affected arrivals. As expected, the COVID-19 pandemic negatively influenced tourism. Notably, the study found no significant impact from the prevalence of violence against children and women or the ratio of vehicles. Comparative analysis (between tourism-based and non-tourism-based regions) shows that crime consistently deters and attractions consistently promote tourism in all areas. Still, accommodation positively impacts tourism-based economies, while restaurants promote tourism in both regions. These results highlight the necessity of enhancing security measures at tourist destinations, fostering the development of sustainable attractions, and ensuring adequate supporting infrastructure to stimulate tourism sector growth in Central Java.

The World Trade Organization (WTO) acts as the main institution in regulating the global trading system based on the principles of fairness and openness. However, in practice, protectionist challenges arising from large countries, such as in the trade conflict between the United States and China, hamper economic liberalization efforts and create instability in the global market. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of the WTO's role in facing these protectionism challenges. The method used is normative juridical with a qualitative approach, which includes analysis of WTO regulations and policies, as well as a comparative approach to examine the impact of protectionism in several countries. Data were obtained through literature study of academic sources and relevant international legal documents. The results show that policy harmonization between the WTO and its member countries is needed to maintain the stability of the multilateral trading system. In addition, reforms to the WTO dispute settlement mechanism are crucial to make it more adaptive to global geopolitical dynamics. Developing countries are advised to improve competitiveness through market diversification and strengthening economic diplomacy to remain relevant in the changing international trade architecture.

Energi adalah aspek krusial dalam pembangunan dan keberlangsungan hidup manusia. Dalam konteks ini, pemahaman yang mendalam tentang jenis energi dan ketersediaannya menjadi penting. Tulisan ini memberikan tinjauan menyeluruh tentang berbagai jenis energi yang digunakan secara luas di seluruh dunia, seperti tenaga surya, angin, hidro, biomassa, dan nuklir. Setiap jenis energi memiliki karakteristik, kelebihan, dan tantangan tersendiri dalam penggunaannya. Selain itu, ketersediaan energi menjadi faktor penentu dalam keberlanjutan ekonomi dan sosial suatu negara. Penelitian ini juga mengulas tentang tantangan global terkait ketersediaan energi, termasuk perubahan iklim, polusi, dan ketergantungan terhadap sumber energi yang tidak terbarukan. Dengan mempertimbangkan kompleksitas ini, upaya-upaya untuk meningkatkan ketersediaan energi, mempromosikan energi bersih dan berkelanjutan, serta mengembangkan teknologi dan kebijakan yang mendukung, menjadi sangat penting untuk menghadapi tantangan energi global di masa depan.

This research investigates the legal protection afforded to well-known trademarks against unfair competition in the digital era.  The proliferation of e-commerce and online platforms has created new challenges for trademark protection, with instances of infringement, counterfeiting, and other forms of unfair competition becoming increasingly prevalent.  This study aims to analyze the adequacy of existing Indonesian legal frameworks, including the Trademark Law and the Law on Prohibition of Monopoly and Unfair Business Competition, in addressing these challenges.  Employing a qualitative research method involving legal doctrinal analysis and case studies of relevant court decisions, the study examines the effectiveness of current legal mechanisms in protecting well-known trademarks online.  The findings reveal gaps in the legal framework and suggest areas for improvement, such as enhanced enforcement mechanisms and regulations specifically tailored to the digital environment.  The conclusion emphasizes the need for a more robust and adaptable legal framework to effectively safeguard well-known trademarks in the dynamic landscape of digital commerce

A phrase combines words with one function, and its use is essential in language. Many phrases were discovered in various media, one of which is in the historical text of Borobudur Temple, published in the World History Encyclopedia. This research aims to discover the category or grouping of phrases in historical texts, especially adjectival phrases and prepositional phrases. The method in this research is descriptive qualitative with a qualitative approach that produces descriptive data in the form of written words. The research results show that there are eight adjectival phrases and fifteen prepositional phrases in the historical texts studied. “Very close” is one of the adjectival phrases found in the historical text, while “Toward the northwest” is one of the prepositional phrases in historical text. This research aims to understand the use of adjectival phrases and prepositional phrases in a sentence to make effective sentences.

This study explores how a digital-based listen–response method—combining vibrant video stimuli with instant, game-like feedback on the Quizizz platform—can transform listening comprehension from a passive task into an energizing adventure. Involving 39 junior high students, the research gathered performance data from structured listening quizzes and direct teacher observations. With an impressive average score of 87.17—most students achieving “Good” to “Excellent” levels—and vivid improvements in focus and enthusiasm, the findings reveal that turning listening exercises into interactive challenges boosts both comprehension and motivation. Yet, to master higher-order inferential skills, follow-up discussions and reflection activities are essential. By harnessing this method, educators can reimagine listening lessons as interactive journeys that captivate learners and deepen their language skills.