Business Development Programs Research Articles

Building MSME Competitiveness Through the Local Business Development Program in the Upstream Oil and Gas Working Area of the Rokan Block in Riau Province

This study examines the potential optimization of the Local Business Development (LBD) partnership program in the development of MSMEs in the upstream oil and gas work area of the Rokan Block, Riau Province. MSMEs in Indonesia, totaling 64.2 million units, play a crucial role in the economy by contributing 61.07% to GDP and absorbing 97% of the workforce. However, MSMEs face various challenges such as limited access to financing and low technical capabilities. Pertamina Hulu Rokan (PHR), through the LBD program, seeks to enhance the capabilities of local MSMEs in the oil and gas mining sector. This study uses the SEM-PLS analysis method to explain the relationship between partnership, entrepreneurial orientation, human resource capability, organizational learning, and the competitive advantage of MSMEs. Data were collected through questionnaires from 232 MSME owners registered in the LBD partnership program. The analysis results show that partnership, entrepreneurial orientation, and organizational learning significantly influence human resource capabilities and the competitive advantage of MSMEs. This research provides practical and theoretical guidelines for the implementation of the LBD-based partnership program, as well as deep insights for oil and gas companies, the government, and relevant stakeholders in enhancing the contribution of partnerships to MSME development. This study also bridges existing research gaps and empirical gaps and offers a new perspective on partnership theory with a local business development contract cooperation pattern supported by the upstream oil and gas company's partnership program.

Bridging the ‘Concept–Product’ gap in new product development: Emerging insights from the application of artificial intelligence in FinTech SMEs

Building on the literature on the concept-product gap in new product development, we examine how FinTech SMEs are developing Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based innovations and which organisational or project factors best contribute to the acceleration of AI innovation. The empirical evidence collected from interviews with key stakeholders, practitioners’ forums, and public company documents yields two distinct approaches that differ in their potential for accelerating innovation and reducing the concept-product gap. From a contingency perspective, these two approaches are expanded into four distinct development process configurations, contingent on the business development stage, reliance on 3rd party platforms, availability of high volumes of data, investment level, organisational agility, and level of novelty. The resulting process typology could be used as a diagnostic tool for FinTech SMEs interested in effectively leveraging AI innovation. Using contingency theory, we further develop these insights into a new theoretical framework to explain how AI innovation development unfolds in FinTech SMEs and the rationale for different implementations. Our new process typology and theoretical model can help researchers investigate the mechanisms underlying technological innovation processes. We further identify the specific reasons why the potential of AI for creating new services and disrupting incumbents via digital startups has not been fully realised even in contexts with significant investment and support from public and private business development programmes. This field is still rapidly evolving, and thus, new areas for future research are also highlighted.

Food Security Model Based on Consumer Characteristics in East Nusa Tenggara Province

Purpose: This study aims to formulating a regional food security model based on the relationship between the characteristics of production, consumption and entrepreneurship areas with the performance of the community's food business in NTT Province based on consumer perceptions. Method: The research locations are in six areas in NTT namely Ende, Manggarai, West Manggarai, Southwest Sumba, North Central Timor and Kupang, which have Farmer Shops designated by the government as LUPM partners. Farm in six randomly selected government-defined blood. The distribution of sampling is done proportionally. The data analysis technique used is descriptive statistics and non-parametric statistics, namely Partial Least Square (PLS). Results and conclusion: The results of the structural model analysis based on consumer perceptions of rice show empirically strong evidence to accept the proposed hypothesis, namely the characteristics of production, consumption and entrepreneurship areas simultaneously affect the performance of PUPM in NTT Province in realizing food security. Implications of the research: To achieve good PUPM performance, it is necessary to pay attention to consumer characteristics so that food security for the NTT community can be realized. Originality/value: This research examines the consumption characteristics model through a community food business development program to achieve food security. Place, price, product, personality and motivation are important indicators that influence consumption characteristics. Capital, prices, task and result orientation, as well as increasing business profits of business actors are important indicators for improving the performance of community food business development through regional characteristics of production, consumption and entrepreneurship.

Analysis of Policy Strategy for Empowerment of Fisherman in Teluk Village, Labuan Sub-District, Pandeglang Regency

The community empowerment approach is sought to provide guidance for the sustainability of the livelihoods and lives of the fishing communities of Teluk Village, Labuan District, Pandeglang Regency, especially after being hit by the tsunami (22/12/2018) and the Covid-19 pandemic. Ecosystem preservation also requires commitment from stakeholders. The policy strategy is the government's task that needs to be analyzed, while the community has strong social capital, as a form of survival in facing opportunities, challenges and threats in the management of marine and fishery resources. This study aims to analyze the policy strategy for empowering fishermen in Teluk Village, Labuan District, Pandeglang Regency. The key theory used is the concept of strategy according to Hunger-Wheelen (2003: 9), through observing the external environment to describe opportunities and threats, then observing the internal environment of the organization to describe strengths and weaknesses known as Strengths, Weaknesses (weaknesses). Opportunities (opportunities), and Threats (threats). The approach used in this research is descriptive qualitative. Through this approach it is intended to be able to take a full picture of various phenomena that aim to describe, summarize various conditions, various situations or various social realities of empowering the fishing community in Teluk Village, Labuan District, Pandeglang Regency. The results of the study show that the policy strategy for empowering fishermen in Teluk Village refers to strengthening the internal and external sources of the Pandeglang Regency Maritime Service organization, including efforts in the field of empowering fishermen by carrying out various fisheries business development programs, carrying out fishermen technical guidance for business groups with fishermen. Furthermore, monitoring and evaluation, as well as carrying out reports. The suggestion that the researchers put forward is to increase various efforts to empower fishermen in the Bay Village by encouraging fishermen's involvement in accessing various institutional fishermen empowerment programs and revitalizing various facilities and infrastructure that require development and repair due to the tsunami disaster.

PPUPIK PRODUK ABON TUNA UNTUK MENINGKATKAN PENDAPATAN DI LABORATORIUM AGROBISNIS PERIKANAN

PPUPIK is a Campus Intellectual Product Business Development Program. This program is one of the service schemes granted by Hasanuddin University for its lecturers. This scheme is the output of products or services that can generate income for the laboratory. One of the products is shredded tuna. This product is produced for sale so as to earn campus income. Where the Hasanuddin University campus is one of the Legal Entity State Universities (PTNBH). This tuna shredded product is produced in the Fisheries Agribusiness Laboratory. The short-term goal is to train students to be entrepreneurial and the long-term goal is to earn income. The method used is a demonstration of making shredded tuna, then packaged and marketed. This activity involved 4 students accompanied by 4 lecturers. The results of the demonstration from 5 kg of tuna fish are only 4.7 kg of shredded tuna. Where shrinkage as much as 300 grams. There are 2 packages of shredded production, namely plastic packaging and box packaging containing 100 grams each.

Effectiveness of community food business development program

Effectiveness of community food business development program

Assessing the Potential Consequences of <i>Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. (SFFA)</i> on the Small Business Development Program

Assessing the Potential Consequences of <i>Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. (SFFA)</i> on the Small Business Development Program

The Incubation and Business Development Program for Students of University of North Sumatra (USU)

The Business Incubation and Development Program for USU Students aims to create new independent entrepreneurs based on science and technology, enhance the network between university entrepreneurship and the community, industry, and other institutions, and establish a suitable entrepreneurial guidance model for PMW/P2MW students, those initiating business ventures. This program is slated to run for 3 (three) years, from 2023 to 2025. In its inaugural year, it will nurture 20 (twenty) tenants, consisting of 1 (one) P2MW student and 19 (nineteen) PMW students forming 18 groups who are venturing into new businesses. The program begins with the Pre-Immersion Phase, involving the recruitment process for participants (tenants), followed by training encompassing 3 (three) stages: Product Design Training, Creativity and Business Innovation Training, Design Thinking and Business Model Training. Subsequently, participants undergo the Immersion Phase, engaging in internships at SMEs, followed by the Post-Immersion Phase involving business coaching, mentoring, business gatherings, curation, demo day, pitching, and concluding with program monitoring and evaluation. The output of this KBM program aims to generate 5 (five) new student entrepreneurs.

Penguatan Branding dan Digitalisasi Marketing UMKM Marning Desa Pontang, Kecamatan Ambulu, Kabupaten Jember

Village SDGs can be achieved with the synergy of various parties starting from government, academics and society. Through the Community Service Program implemented by academics including lecturers and students who are actively involved in community business development programs, it can help improve community welfare. This program is partnering with MSMEs Marning which is owned by Mr. Misladi in Pontang Village, Ambulu District, Jember. The partner problems are related to the lack of identity on the product, still using standard plastic packaging, and not being familiar with digital marketing. The solution provided to overcome this problem is to provide assistance in strengthening branding by creating product logos, updating packaging shapes, installing banners and registering businesses on Google Map. Assistance is also provided by providing insight into digital marketing to expand marketing.

Peningkatan Usaha Koperasi Wisata Berbasis Potensi Desa

The village environment in West Java presents beautiful and enchanting natural views. This natural potential can be managed in such a way that it can improve the regional economy. Management can be done through economic institutions, such as cooperatives with a specific business unit, namely tourism or Tourism Cooperatives. This community service activity aims to increase understanding of running a business through legal entity tourism cooperatives, developing tourism cooperative businesses, assisting with the legality of cooperative institutions, and assisting in obtaining business permits through online single submission (OSS). This activity uses the participatory rural appraisal (PRA) method to make conducting community economic business development activities based on village potential easier. The result of this activity is that the cooperative management community has a tourism business development plan document in accordance with the KBLI, strategic plan, work plan, and follow-up to each business development program. Tourism Cooperatives already have complete legality accompanied by various business permits such as Notarial Deeds, Ministry of Law and Human Rights Deeds, Business Permit Numbers (NIB), and Licensing for each business unit owned, with adequate cooperative organizational structure and completeness.

Assessing the Impact of Training, Industry Partnerships, and Government Policies on the Success of Business Development Programs: A Case Study in Central Java Province

This research explores the multifaceted factors influencing the success of business development programs in Central Java Province. Specifically, it examines the impact of training initiatives, industrial partnerships, and government policies on the participation and effectiveness of development programs. A sample of 120 businesses and entrepreneurs in the region was analyzed using structural equation modeling (SEM) with Partial Least Squares (PLS) as the data analysis method. The results reveal significant relationships between the variables under investigation. Businesses perceiving favorable government policies are more likely to participate in development programs. Likewise, investments in training programs and engagement in industry partnerships are positively associated with participation in development initiatives. The goodness-of-fit analysis demonstrates that the Estimated Model adequately represents the data, affirming its validity and reliability. The research provides valuable insights into the interconnected nature of factors contributing to the success of business development programs in Central Java Province, highlighting the importance of collaboration, supportive government policies, and training initiatives. These findings can inform policymakers, businesses, and stakeholders in the region, aiding in the design and implementation of more effective development programs.

Putting futures literacy and anticipatory systems at the center of entrepreneurship and economic development programs – A View from the UNESCO Co-chair in Anticipatory Systems for Innovation and New Ventures

Integrating futures thinking and anticipatory thinking into programs can help improve economic opportunities The UNESCO Chair’s approach has helped improve economic opportunities, for organizational and municipalities/economic regions. It is hoped that the results can be used to help others bring this approach into their programs. Perhaps those running/part of entrepreneur/small business development programs, accelerators and incubators will see the University of New Brunswick (UNB) UNESCO program and may look at ways to include futures thinking and anticipatory systems thinking in their programs. Finally, the approach has helped cities/municipalities, perhaps those involved in regional economic development will integrate the Chairs approach.

Economic Empowerment Management Mosque-Based Society At At-Takwa Mosque Pemangkat

This study aims to answer two problems, namely how the strategy of the mosque in the empowerment of the Ummah konomi, how the advantages and disadvantages of the strategy of the mosque in the economic empowerment of the Ummah, and how the results of the strategy of the mosque in the economic empowerment of the Ummah. This research is a field research with qualitative descriptive approach. Data collection techniques using interviews, observations, documentation and literature studies, related to the strategy of the mosque at-Takwa Pemangkat in the economic empowerment of the people. The results showed that the strategy of economic empowerment of the people used by the at-Takwa Pemangkat mosque is to use two different empowerment programs, but the two programs are related to each other. Mosque cooperatives explore the potential possessed by pilgrims who want to open a business or add business and strive to develop their business, while LAZIS has a business development program for the poor or needy to empower from the economic side. The advantages of the at-Takwa Pemangkat mosque strategy in empowering the people's economy, namely resources, is a very important part in supporting a performance in the implementation of activities that are a good unity of Personnel potential (HR), availability of funds, and infrastructure support that can be utilized in implementing the economic empowerment of the people. Providing convenience for customers who want to borrow funds by providing guarantees in the form of family CARDS, marriage certificates etc. The weakness of the at-Takwa Pemangkat mosque strategy is the lack of human resources owned by the mosque so that it is not able to provide training and supervision to pilgrims who are given business capital. The result of the strategy of economic empowerment of the people that the micro-business actors who are given assistance from the mosque make their business more developed and influential on the economic welfare of the family. This book is a template for writers. All the necessary components of the journal such as title, abstract, introduction, and so on have been exemplified here. So it remains only to use it by stacking it. For example, the abstract is typed in a single paragraph of no more than 250 words, which contains the essence of the entire writing regarding the introduction and objectives, methods, research results in brief and conclusions, and follows the format as seen in this section. The entire journal is typed following this template with many pages of 8-12 pages. Abstract written in Indonesian and English.

Asset transfers and anti-poverty programs: Experimental evidence from Tanzania

We use a set of randomized experiments to examine the impact of a group business development program implemented by the Tanzanian government, along with a set of complementary training and cash transfer interventions targeted to vulnerable households in rural areas. In contrast with much of the recent literature, we find little effect of the business development program. While most enterprises remain operative three years after formation, even our highest estimates of effective wage rates suggest returns roughly equivalent to the opportunity cost of time for these households. Unconditional and unanticipated lump-sum cash transfers to randomly selected members of these groups induce all members to invest more in the enterprise, with seemingly little to no return on these marginal investments. Our results emphasize the importance of profitability as the key motivation for asset transfer-based social protection programs.

Implications of Forest Policy Changes on Investment Program Strengthening Forest Management Unit in Central Sulawesi

The forest investment program, supported by foreign funding, aims to promote the strengthening of Forest Management Units (FMUs) in implementing decentralized forest management in Indonesia. Ten FMUs have received funding from the forest investment program since 2017, one of which is FMU Dampelas Tinombo of Central Sulawesi. This program exited in 2022. During its implementation project, Indonesia’s forestry policy is changing, as are the primary tasks and functions of FMUs. This study examined the implication of forest policy changes on the sustainability of the FMU strengthening investment program in FMU Dampelas Tinombo of Central Sulawesi Province. This study was conducted from July to September 2022. Data was collected through interviews and focused group discussions with FMU managers and stakeholders. This study showed that the forest investment program to strengthen the FMU in Central Sulawesi had been effectively implemented but had not significantly affected decentralized forest management practices. Changes in forestry policy brought about by the amendment of the Job Creation Law and its subsidiary regulations have significantly affected the program’s performance and sustainability. The business development program promoting FMU independence must be discontinued because it contradicted the FMUS’ constitutionally mandated primary responsibilities and duties. FMU should optimize the governance function in achieving community-based forest management, which includes forest planning, facilitation, and technical guidance. Keywords: Forest management unit, forest policy change, governance, performance, sustainability

Modeling the significance of green orientation and culture on green innovation performance: moderating effect of firm size and green implementation.

The current global trend in sustainable business practices is to optimize green innovation performance. To protect the environment and maintain their own survival, organizations must strengthen their green innovation capabilities. Drawing on the recourse-based view and ecology modernization theory (EMT), this study examines the direct effect of green strategic orientations, green entrepreneurial orientation, green market orientation, green innovation orientation, and green organizational culture on the firm's green innovation capability, as well as the mediating effect of green innovation capability on the relationship of these four factors and green innovation performance. Besides, this study also explored the moderating effects of green management system implementation and firm size on the association between green innovation capability and green innovation performance. To test the hypothesized model, a questionnaire survey was administered to gather responses from 293 medium-sized and large manufacturing firms operating in Pakistan. The partial least squares method was used for data analysis. The results revealed that green entrepreneurial orientation, green market orientation, green innovation orientation, and green organizational culture positively impacted green innovation capability, which subsequently positively influenced green innovation performance. Moreover, effective implementation of green management systems can bolster the effect of green innovation capability on green innovation performance, and the mediating effect of green innovation capability has also been confirmed. These indicated that the management of medium and large manufacturing firms operating in Pakistan should focus on encouraging green innovation and training employees regarding the latest eco-friendly technologies to attain performance and sustainable development goals. Policymakers should implement green business development programs and offer rewards or penalties for promoting compliance. The present study contributes greatly to the literature by applying EMT as an alternative to address the mediating role of green innovation capability and the moderating effect of green management system implementation in enhancing firms' green innovation performance.

Relationship Between Leadership Function of Gapoktan and Success Rate of Rural Agribusiness Business Development Program (PUAP)

The purpose of this study is to determine the efforts to improve infrastructure in services and economic growth as well as to determine the impact of increased infrastructure on services and economic growth. The results showed that efforts to improve infrastructure in services and economic growth one of them is the realization of the construction of the Southern Cross Line (JLS). JLS is included in one of the efforts to improve infrastructure in services and economic growth, especially in the southern part of Java. JLS development is a national project. JLS is part of the construction of the south coast of Java Road (Pansela), starting from Pacitan, Trenggalek, Tulungagung Blitar, Malang, Lumajang, Jember and Banyuwangi. The results also show that through the construction of the Southern Cross Line (JLS) is expected to improve services and economic growth, especially economic growth in the southern part of Java considering the income and economic inequality between Southern and Northern Java. The southern part of Java can be categorized as poor, given the limited access to infrastructure.

The Influence of The Role of Field Agricultural Extension Workers (PPL) as Mediators on The Success of The Rural Agribusiness Business Development Program (PUAP)

The role of extension workers as mediators can be measured from indicators that connect information sources with farmers, problem-solving processes, and farmers' needs. The role of field agricultural extension workers (PPL) as mediators for the success of the PUAP program is certainly very important because field agricultural extension workers are responsible for conveying information on programs held by the Cirebon Regency government for farmers. This study aims to determine the influence of the role of field agricultural extension workers as mediators on the success of the PUAP program. The research design used in this study is descriptive quantitative research with census sample research techniques. The population used, namely the Sijaba farmer group, is in Pasanggrahan Village, Plumbon District, Cirebon Regency. The section examined was on the effect of the role of field agricultural extension workers (PPL) as mediators on village PUAP programs. The number of samples used was 59 respondents with census sampling techniques. The research was conducted in October – December 2022. The data analysis technique uses a simple linear regression test. Based on the results of the research and discussion that has been described, it can be concluded that the role of field agricultural extension workers (PPL) as mediators has a positive effect on the success of the PUAP program in Pasanggrahan Village, Plumbon District, Cirebon Regency

The Economics of Entrepreneurship: Drivers, Impacts, and Policy Implications

The study of entrepreneurship as an economic phenomenon has evolved over the years, with seminal works by scholars laying the foundation for understanding its multifaceted nature. The objective of the research paper "The Economics of Entrepreneurship: Drivers, Impacts, and Policy Implications" is to investigate and analyze the multifaceted aspects of entrepreneurship and its role in driving economic growth and development. Additionally, the research seeks to assess the effectiveness of existing policies and initiatives aimed at promoting entrepreneurship and propose evidence-based policy recommendations to foster a conducive environment for entrepreneurial ventures. The methodology employed in the research involves a comprehensive and systematic approach to gather and analyze data. Firstly, a literature review is conducted to gain insights into existing theories, studies, and empirical evidence related to entrepreneurship, economic growth, and policy implications. Secondly, data is collected from various sources, such as government reports, surveys, and databases, to assess the level of entrepreneurial activity, its impact on the economy, and the effectiveness of existing policies. The significance of the research paper lies in its potential to contribute valuable insights to the field of entrepreneurship and its implications for economic development. By comprehensively exploring the various drivers and impacts of entrepreneurial activities, this study aims to shed light on the crucial role of entrepreneurship in fostering innovation, job creation, and economic growth.
 The findings from this study indicate that entrepreneurship plays a vital role in stimulating economic growth, job creation, and innovation. It is evident that entrepreneurial ventures contribute significantly to GDP growth and job opportunities, thereby enhancing overall economic development [1,2]. The research also highlights the significance of effective policy measures to promote and support entrepreneurship. Government initiatives, such as tax incentives, access to financing, and business development programs, are instrumental in creating a conducive environment for entrepreneurial activities [3,4]. In conclusion, this study underscores the pivotal role of entrepreneurship in driving economic growth and development. It emphasizes the need for policymakers to formulate strategies that facilitate entrepreneurial activities and mitigate the challenges faced by entrepreneurs. By adopting effective policy implications, countries can harness the potential of entrepreneurship to achieve sustainable economic prosperity [5,6].

Campus Entrepreneurship Service with Batik and Mathematical Ornaments

The popularization of mathematics and the downstream of research in entrepreneurship is still very rare in universities. Therefore, the purpose of community service is to create campus entrepreneurial activities that popularize mathematics as research downstream. The used method is by preparing object-identifying designs and making products that contain and use these designs in the form of various items known to the public such as batik, accessories, souvenirs, and ornaments. Activities for socialization are carried out by participating in various exhibitions, and competitions and providing training to school students. Likewise, social media such as Instagram, YouTube, and Shopee are also marketing media. In 2022, partnerships with several restaurants and shops were used to expand marketing. In the last 3 years, significant results have been obtained in popularizing mathematics due to community service activities in the form of campus entrepreneurship in the Campus Intellectual Product Business Development Program scheme from the Indonesian government. The public can easily find products called Batik Innovation Mathematics (Batima) and Ornament Decorative of Mathematics (Odema) in the campus area, social media, Malioboro Mall Jogjakarta, and several restaurants in Salatiga.