Gapoktan Partnership as a Mediator of Social Capital and Motivation for Sustainable Ipomoea reptans Poir Farming

The technology of jajar legowo 2:1 is a technology issued by the Research and Development Agency a few years ago but dissemination of this technology is very difficult in subaks throughout the province of Bali. The Penginyahan subak is a subak that has implemented the 2:1 row legowo technology since 2011 where the area is 57 hectares with around 90 members, all of which have been applied in each planting season. This study aims to determine the relationship between the motivation of farmers and the dynamics of subak and to determine the behavior of farmers with the dynamics of subak in the success of the technology of jajar legowo 2:1. The motivation of farmers to be studied includes social motivation, economic motivation, ecological motivation and physiological motivation. Farmer behavior includes knowledge, attitudes, skills and actions. Subak dynamics refers to 8 indicators of group dynamics. The research was conducted in December 2020 – May 2021 in Subak Penginyahan, Puhu Village, Payangan District, Gianyar Regency with a survey method. The number of respondents is 50 people. The data were analyzed using the Partial Least Square Structural Equation Model (SEM PLS). The results showed from the Structural Equation Model Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) that 1) the motivation of farmers has a significant relationship with the dynamics of subak, 2). The behavior of farmers has a significant relationship with the dynamics of subak in the success of the technology of jajar legowo 2:1.

Customer complaints regarding service occur when purchasing beverage products at the Gwalk Es Teh Indonesia Outlet. Several factors influence consumer satisfaction. The research examines how customer satisfaction at the Gwalk Es Teh Indonesia Outlet is impacted by location, pricing, promotion, brand image, and service quality. This research was conducted at the Gwalk Citraland Es Teh Indonesia Outlet, Lakarsantri District, Surabaya City. This research use 100 respondents. The research method used is Structural Equation Model Partial Least Square (SEM PLS) analysis with the Warp PLS version 8.0 application. There were 100 responders in this research. The Warp PLS version 8.0 application uses the Structural Equation Model Partial Least Square (SEM PLS) analytic study approach. Primary and secondary data are the types of data collected. The study's findings indicate that the variables that significantly impact consumer satisfaction are brand image (p-value = 0.003), price (p-value <0.001), location (p-value <0.014), and service quality (p-value <0.001), provided that the p-value is less than 0.05. However, because the promotion variable has a p-value of more than 0.05, it does not match the standards due to its high p-value of 0.189. The study concludes that promotions at the Gwalk Es Teh Indonesia Outlet have no effect on customer happiness, but brand image, pricing, location, and service quality do. Based on the study's findings, the Gwalk Es Teh Indonesia Outlet can continue to sell its items at the same price and location while maintaining its brand image by responding to client demands and giving them faster, more accurate service to boost customer satisfaction.

Purpose - This study aims to analyze the influence of social media marketing activities on brand loyalty, by considering the mediating roles of brand trust and brand equity at Bank Syariah Indonesia. The research is motivated by the phenomenon of declining brand loyalty at BSI, as evidenced by fluctuations in customer loyalty and a downward trend, particularly in the collection of third-party funds under the Wadiah scheme. Design/methodology/approach - A quantitative approach was employed using a survey method, with questionnaires distributed to 342 active BSI customers. The data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Squares (SEM–PLS) to assess the relationships among the variables. Originality - The results indicate that social media marketing activities do not have a significant direct effect on brand loyalty. However, they significantly influence brand trust and brand equity, which in turn enhance brand loyalty. Moreover, brand trust and brand equity were found to play strong mediating roles in strengthening the impact of social media activities on brand loyalty. Findings and Discussion - These findings indicate that effective social media management can be a key strategy in building long-term relationships with customers while enhancing trust and brand value for BSI in the Islamic banking market, both nationally and globally. Conclusion - This study also contributes theoretically to the field of digital marketing and provides practical recommendations for the development of communication strategies in Islamic banking specifically, as well as for businesses in general. Purpose - This study aims to analyze the influence of social media marketing activities on brand loyalty, by considering the mediating roles of brand trust and brand equity at Bank Syariah Indonesia. The research is motivated by the phenomenon of declining brand loyalty at BSI, as evidenced by fluctuations in customer loyalty and a downward trend, particularly in the collection of third-party funds under the Wadiah scheme. Design/methodology/approach - A quantitative approach was employed using a survey method, with questionnaires distributed to 342 active BSI customers. The data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Squares (SEM–PLS) to assess the relationships among the variables. Originality - The results indicate that social media marketing activities do not have a significant direct effect on brand loyalty. However, they significantly influence brand trust and brand equity, which in turn enhance brand loyalty. Moreover, brand trust and brand equity were found to play strong mediating roles in strengthening the impact of social media activities on brand loyalty. Findings and Discussion - These findings indicate that effective social media management can be a key strategy in building long-term relationships with customers while enhancing trust and brand value for BSI in the Islamic banking market, both nationally and globally. Conclusion - This study also contributes theoretically to the field of digital marketing and provides practical recommendations for the development of communication strategies in Islamic banking specifically, as well as for businesses in general.

This research explores the impact of technology innovation adaptation and business strategies in advancing agricultural sustainability and community food security, focusing on smart business practices within sustainable agriculture in East Java, Indonesia. Data were gathered from 100 small enterprises using the Structural Equation Modelling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) approach, medium, and large-scale food crop and horticultural commodity farmers in East Java, known for its diverse agricultural products and geographical conditions. The research reveals that TIA significantly impacts CFS, highlighting its direct contribution to improving local food security through technological advancements and farmers’ adaptive capabilities. TIA’s influence on ASY suggests a less robust effect on sustainable agricultural practices compared to its impact on food security, necessitating supplementary measures like environmental policies and farmer education. Business Strategy (BSY) significantly enhances CFS, underscoring the critical role of strategic planning and execution in ensuring food security. Effective business practices in the agricultural sector can bolster food availability, accessibility, and stability, thereby contributing to community well-being. Similarly, the relationship between ASY and CFS is highly significant, emphasizing the significance of sustainable agricultural practices. This research contributes to the evolving discourse on smart business innovations in sustainable agriculture in East Java, providing actionable insights for policymakers, practitioners, and stakeholders in enhancing food security through sustainable agricultural practices and community engagement.

This study investigates the contribution of sustainable agriculture, rural infrastructure, and cooperative development to livelihood improvement in rural Indonesia. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected from 255 rural respondents through a structured questionnaire measured on a five-point Likert scale. The analysis was conducted using Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS 3). The descriptive findings indicate that all three constructs scored relatively high, with sustainable agriculture averaging 3.92, rural infrastructure 3.85, cooperative development 3.88, and livelihood improvement 3.95. Measurement model results confirm the reliability and validity of the instruments, with Cronbach’s alpha values exceeding 0.80, composite reliability above 0.85, and average variance extracted (AVE) surpassing the 0.50 threshold. Structural model results reveal that sustainable agriculture (β = 0.34, p < 0.01), rural infrastructure (β = 0.28, p < 0.05), and cooperative development (β = 0.26, p < 0.05) all significantly contribute to livelihood improvement. Among these, sustainable agriculture demonstrates the strongest effect, suggesting its critical role in ensuring food security, environmental sustainability, and economic resilience in rural communities. These findings highlight the importance of integrating sustainable farming practices, infrastructure expansion, and cooperative institutions as a comprehensive policy framework for rural development in Indonesia.

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) have a strategic role in driving regional economic growth, including in Brebes Regency. However, this sector faces various challenges that can hinder business performance, including low digital financial literacy, limited business capital, and low ownership of halal certificates that have the potential to increase product competitiveness. This study aims to analyze the effect of digital financial literacy, business capital, and halal certificates on the performance of MSMEs in Brebes Regency. The study used a quantitative approach with a purposive sampling technique of 88 MSMEs from a population of 706 MSMEs. The study location was in Brebes Regency with an implementation period from February to July 2025. The research instrument was a structured questionnaire, while data analysis was carried out using the Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) method to test the proposed hypothesis. The results showed that digital financial literacy has a positive and significant influence on MSME performance, as evidenced by a t-statistic value of 2.778 and a p-value of 0.005. Business capital was also shown to have a positive and significant effect on MSME performance, with a t-statistic of 2.450 and a p-value of 0.014. However, a different finding was obtained for the halal certification variable, which showed no significant effect on MSME performance, with a t-statistic of 1.813 and a p-value of 0.070. These findings indicate that increasing digital financial literacy and the availability of business capital are key factors in driving MSME performance, while halal certification is not yet a direct determinant, although it still has strategic potential in the long term. The results of this study are expected to serve as a reference for local governments, financial institutions, and business actors in formulating more effective policies and strategies to strengthen the competitiveness of MSMEs in Brebes Regency.

One of Indonesia's well-known e-commerce platforms, Shopee, relies on information technology to run its business. The information technology used by Shopee is considered unable to meet customer satisfaction. Customer reviews are dissatisfied with the facilities provided by Shopee, and some customers compare Shopee with other e-commerce sites. The research contribution is the understanding that the proper use of information technology can positively impact customer experience, improve operational efficiency, and support business growth in the e-commerce industry. Research with a quantitative approach will build a website-based application as a statistical tool for data processing using R shiny so that the application results have high interactivity, dynamic visualization, and better explanation. The research will collect 100 data provided to customers who have transacted at Shopee and distributed through the telegram application, which is distributed to particular groups and channels for Shopee users. Data processing for this study will use the Structural Equation Model Partial Least Square, Customer Satisfaction Index, Net Promoter Score, and Customer Loyalty Index. The study results show that electronic service quality and security seals positively and significantly affect customer satisfaction. Electronic service quality has a moderate effect on customer satisfaction, while electronic security seals have a slightly lower effect on customer satisfaction (t=5.584, p<0.001). Additionally, a significant correlation between customer loyalty and satisfaction was discovered (t=14.764, p=0.001). Research proves the need to improve service quality and security aspects to increase customer satisfaction on e-commerce platforms and the importance of maintaining customer satisfaction as a strategy to increase customer loyalty.

<p>Tourism has become one of the most important economic sectors in Indonesia. Indonesia, with its natural wealth, culture, and historical heritage, has attracted the attention of tourists from various parts of the world. One of the provinces that has great potential for tourism development is West Java. The purpose of the research is to formulate a tourism development model based on local wisdom in the tourism location of Prabu Siliwangi. The analysis method used in this research is the use of Structural Equation Model Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) and ANFIS neuro-fuzzy analysis. Composite reliability above 0.7 GoF value of 0.725 means that the model is very good (has a high ability) in explaining empirical data. The accuracy of the model produced is 97.1% which shows that the input data in the model can represent the real data in the field.</p>

The rapid changes in the world of work require university graduates to have an optimal level of job readiness, especially in Gresik Regency. The increasingly fierce competition and mismatch between graduate competencies and industry needs make the issue of student job readiness important for learning. The main purpose of this study is to analyze the influence of internship experience and psychological capital on the work readiness of students in Gresik Regency with work motivation as a mediating variable. This study uses a quantitative approach with a survey method. Respondents were students in a questionnaire and processed using the Structural Equation Modelling-Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) technique to test for direct and indirect effects. The results of the analysis showed that the readiness of the internship. In addition, these two variables also have a positive effect on students' work readiness. Work motivation was found to have a positive effect on job readiness and acted as a mediator linking internship experience and psychological capital to job readiness. These findings confirm that students' job readiness depends not only on practical experience during the internship but also on positive psychological conditions and work motivation. This research is expected to contribute theoretically to the development of Human Resource Management science, especially in understanding the factors that affect students' work readiness. From a practical perspective, the results of this research can be used as a reference for universities in internship programs and develop student competencies that are more in line with the needs of the industrial world.

Although the franchise business has shown rapid growth, the failure rate in this sector remains relatively high. This condition presents a distinct challenge for franchisors and franchisees in enhancing franchise performance to maintain competitiveness and business sustainability in an increasingly dynamic environment. However, existing studies on franchise performance have predominantly focused on the franchisor's perspective, while giving limited attention to the franchisee's role. This research aims to examine the roles of entrepreneurial orientation (EO), the relationship quality, and innovation in influencing franchisee performance. The research employed a quantitative survey method, collecting data from 70 franchisees in Indonesia's MSME-scale food and beverage (F&B) sector. The data were analyzed using the Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Squares (SEM–PLS) approach. The results indicate that EO positively affects franchisee performance directly and indirectly through the mediating roles of relationship quality and innovation. While the quality of the franchisor–franchisee relationship significantly enhances performance, its influence on franchisee innovation creation is not statistically significant. In contrast, innovation is a key mediator that transforms EO into performance advantages by generating relevant innovations. This study contributes to the theoretical development of franchise and entrepreneurship by positioning EO as a key strategic driver of franchisee performance, directly and indirectly through relationship quality and franchisee innovation, while contextualizing its relevance in MSME-scale F&B franchises in emerging markets.

The rapid development of financial technology (FinTech) and shifting organizational dynamics have compelled banking institutions to reassess their internal capabilities and strategic positioning. This study aims to examine the influence of internal factors namely the Core Values of State-Owned Enterprises (AKHLAK), innovation culture, gratitude, employee commitment, and employee performance on the competitive strategy of Bank BNI, while also investigating the moderating role of FinTech. A quantitative research design was employed using a survey method, involving 200 employees of Bank BNI. Data were analyzed using Cluster Analysis and Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Squares (SEM–PLS) through WarpPLS software. The results indicate that AKHLAK core values, innovation culture, and gratitude have significant positive effects on employee commitment and performance. Furthermore, both employee commitment and performance significantly enhance the bank’s competitive strategy. FinTech was found to significantly moderate the relationship between employee-related factors and competitive strategy. In conclusion, this study presents an integrated model that highlights the strategic role of internal organizational values and behavior, enhanced by digital technology, in fostering competitive advantage within the banking sector.

Gold smith artisans are part of the Small and Medium Industry (IKM) that plays a strategic role in the national economy, but still faces various challenges in improving welfare. Industrial clustering is seen as an approach to improve the competitiveness and business performance of craftsmen. The Sekarbela gold craftsmen cluster in Mataram City, West Nusa Tenggara, is one of the important centers of gold and pearl crafts, but empirical studies on the effect of clustering on the welfare of craftsmen are still limited. This study aims to analyze the impact of Inter-artisan collaboration, access to resources, external support, and cluster infrastructure on the welfare of artisans, as well as to examine the mediating role of business performance. The study uses a quantitative descriptive approach with the Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Square (SEM–PLS) method through SmartPLS software. The results show that access to resources has a positive and significant effect on business performance and the welfare of artisans, while inter-artisan collaboration, external support, and cluster infrastructure do not have a significant effect. Furthermore, business performance does not mediate the relationship between clusterization elements and artisan welfare. This study concludes that optimizing access to resources is a key factor in improving the business performance and welfare of gold artisans.

Cardamom farming in Banyumas Regency is mostly cultivated on Perhutani land. Land conservation management is an important part so that business sustainability can be maintained. Sustainable land conservation management combines technology, policies, and activities by integrating socio-economic principles that pay attention to the environment by (a) maintaining or increasing production (maintain or enhance productivity / services); (b) reduce the level of production risk; (c) protect the potential of natural resources and prevent the degradation of soil and water quality; (d) be economically viable; (e) be socially acceptable. The purpose of this study was to analyze the influence of individual characteristics and external environmental factors on the performance and sustainability of cardamom farming in Perhutani land, Banyumas Regency. The analytical method used is descriptive quantitative. Data analysis using Structural Equation Model Partial Least Square. The results of the analysis show that the factors that affect the performance and sustainability of cardamom farming are government policies and regulations; socio-cultural environment; and individual characteristics. While the economic environment has no significant effect on the 95% confidence level.

The Regional Head Election campaign frequently uses electronic Word of Mouth (eWOM) communication because of social media's growth and the Covid-19 pandemic that took place during the election year. In commercial brands, eWOM impact has influence brand equity and purchase decisions. However, in political brands, this has not been proven. Therefore, by using the regional head candidate of Purbalingga Regency as a political brand, this study examines the effect of eWOM on developing candidate brand equity and relates it to voting intention. Brand equity using a brand pyramid model with brand equity forming variables consisting of a candidate brand awareness, a candidate brand performance-imagery, a candidate brand judgment-feelings, and a candidate brand resonance. The study involved 260 respondents who are people of Purbalingga Regency who may vote and use social media. The sampling method used was purposive sampling by conducting direct interviews with respondents. Data were analyzed using Structural Equation Model Partial Least Square (SEM PLS) analysis. The results showed that electronic Word of Mouth has a positive and significant effect on brand equity development variables. Developing brand equity affects the voting intention on candidate brand awareness and candidate brand resonance. The Result of this study found electronic Word of Mouth to have no direct influence on voting intention.

This study aimed to analyze the effect of the Arabic Language 1 textbook for the Sharia Economics Study Program—designed based on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) and employing the Whole Language approach—on students’ motivation and learning outcomes in the Sharia Economics Study Program at Trunojoyo Madura University. The research was motivated by students' limited ability to comprehend Arabic texts on Islamic economics, stemming from the use of partial and contextually irrelevant instructional materials. The CEFR approach was chosen because it integrates language competence with academic and professional contexts, while the Whole Language approach emphasizes integrated, communicative learning of the four language skills. This research employed a quantitative explanatory method with Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Squares (SEM–PLS) analysis involving 86 students who used the textbook. The analysis results indicate that implementing the textbook had a significant effect on learning motivation (β = 0.901; p 0.05) and learning outcomes (β = 0.453; p 0.05), and that learning motivation significantly affected learning outcomes (β = 0.506; p 0.05). The R² values of 0.875 for learning outcomes and 0.812 for learning motivation demonstrate a high explanatory power of the model. Therefore, the Arabic Language 1 textbook for the Sharia Economics Study Program, based on CEFR and applying the Whole Language approach, is proven effective in enhancing students’ motivation and their integrated istima’(listening), kalam (speaking), qira’ah (reading), and kitabah (writing) skills within the context of Sharia economics learning.