The development of small and medium enterprises in North Kolaka Regency

Abstract

In facing the challenges of the global economy, one of the economic pillars that survives in the midst of changing flows is Small and Medium Enterprises. With a variety of regional potentials owned by North Kolaka, it is expected that the existing Small and Medium Enterprises can develop by maximizing the potential that exists in North Kolaka Regency. This study aims to analyze and describe the Development of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in North Kolaka Regency. The research approach used was qualitative.This reseacrh is action research or known as participatory action research (PAR). The results of the study show that the development of small and medium enterprises in the district of North Kolaka still relie heavily on access provided by the local government through the services of Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises including access to capital, market provision and increased human resource capabilities.