Abstract. Semiotic analysis of advertising aims to uncover the hidden meanings behind visual and textual elements presented in promotional content. This study explores the semiotic features in smartphone advertising, focusing on Oppo as a case study. This study uses a comparative framework to analyze the similarities and differences between Oppo advertising and competing brands. The analysis is conducted through Charles Sanders Peirce's triadic model, consisting of representamen, object, and interpretant, as well as Roland Barthes' concepts of denotation and connotation. This study identifies symbolic, iconic, and indexical signs used in Oppo advertising to build brand identity and attract target audiences. Key findings reveal how visual elements, color schemes, and slogans emphasize innovation, premium quality, and emotional connection. Comparative insights highlight Oppo's differentiation strategies, such as integrating cultural nuances and leveraging aspirational imagery, to strengthen its market position. The results of this study provide a deeper understanding of how semiotic strategies influence consumer perception and purchasing behavior, as well as provide practical implications for marketers and advertisers. This study bridges the gap between semiotic theory and its application in modern advertising, providing a comprehensive perspective on the power of signs in shaping brand narratives.

PT. Pelayaran Cahaya Papua Dumai Branch is one of the companies operating as a Shipping Agency (ship agency) which provides domestic and international services. PT. Pelayaran Cahaya Papua also provides ship services such as ship needs (reflagging, fresh water, bunker), and also provides services for processing ship certificates that are entering their expiry date. The discussion presented in this paper is the Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificate (SSCEC) Certificate Extension Procedure at the Class I Port Health Office (KKP) by PT. Dumai branch of the Papua Light Cruise. In the Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificate (SSCEC) Certificate Extension Procedure, the company deals directly with relevant agencies, both government and private (companies). By having a good relationship with the shipowner (ship owner) who has been given the authority to make a Letter of Appointment (LOA) agreement to agent their ships, the Company can more freely convey information regarding ship certificates because information regarding ship certificates has a very important role in managing the arrival and departure of ships. To obtain data, the author used 2 (two) types of observation methods in collecting data, namely direct observation of field study and library study. Thus the author can conclude that the procedure for extending the Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificate (SSCEC) at the Class I Port Health Office (KKP) has been running smoothly.

This research aims to investigate the impact of service quality and participant value on participant satisfaction at PT Taspen (Persero), with a focus on the role of trust as a mediator. The research method uses a quantitative approach by collecting data through questionnaires distributed to PT Taspen participants. Data analysis was carried out using regression techniques to test the relationship between service quality variables and participants' scores on satisfaction, while mediation analysis was carried out to test the role of trust in connecting these variables. It is hoped that the research results will provide insight for PT Taspen in improving service strategies and participant value to increase participant satisfaction.

The development of the creative digital economy in Indonesia is increasingly rapid. This change is clearly visible in people's purchasing behavior from traditional shopping to digital shopping, especially among young people, who have the potential to become the largest and dominant market share for marketers who use social media platforms. In this research the author focuses on social media as one of the Tik Tok marketing tools that is popular in the eyes of the public. The purpose of this research is to find out and test the proposed hypothesis regarding the influence of social media marketing via the Tik Tok application on consumer buying interest in the Indonesian Shopee market: a study of members of the Tik Tok @Shopee_id account. This quantitative research uses a descriptive survey method. Data collection using non-probability methods and purposive sampling methods was carried out by distributing questionnaires to 100 followers of the Tik Tok account @shopee_id. The data collected was analyzed using the SPSS 24 program and the data analysis process used the Classic Assumption Test, Simple Linear Regression Analysis, Coefficient of Determination (R2) and Partial Test (T Test) with Social Media Marketing as variable X and purchase interest as variable Y. The results of hypothesis testing in this research show that the Social Media Marketing variable (X) influences the Purchase Interest variable (Y). This is proven by the tcount value of 8.914 > ttable 1.987 and the significance value = 0.000 < 0.05. So it was concluded that the level of significant influence of social media marketing variables on purchasing interest was 44.8%, while the remaining 55.2% was influenced by other variables not examined in this research.
 

This research aims to determine the influence of business networks and information technology on the performance of Sapu Lidi and Sapu Ijuk MSMEs in Medan Sinembah Village, Tanjung Morawa District. The sample for this research was 30 Broom Stick and Broom Fiber MSMEs in Medan Sinembah Village, Tanjung Morawa District. The analysis techniques used are Multiple Regression, T Test, F Test and Coefficient of Determination. The analysis results were obtained using the multiple linear regression equation, namely Y = 16.064 + 0.290X1 + 0.101X2. The t value of the Business Network variable (X1) is 4.654 when compared to the t table value of 1.703. So the calculated t obtained is greater than the t table value or 4.654 > 1.703. Then it can also be seen that the sig value is smaller than the value 0.00 < 0.05, so Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted so that the variable 1,703. So the calculated t obtained is greater than the t table value or 2.025 > 1.703. Then it can also be seen that the sig value is smaller than the probability value of 0.00 < 0.05, so Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted so that the variable 00>0.05 and Fcount value 96.467>Ftable 2.96. R square (R2) or R square shows the coefficient of determination is 0.877, meaning that the percentage of Business Networks (X1) and Information Technology (X2) on increasing MSME performance is 87.7% while the remaining 12.3% is influenced by other variables not examined by the this research.

Rational thinkers need the ability to think critically but it is not enough just to do that, it must be with real and visible evidence. In this discussion the author uses a quantitative method with a descriptive approach which makes it possible to answer questions that require absolute answers, namely by presenting the evidence that exists because absolute truth cannot be seen through mystical/prological thinking.