North Sumatra Research Articles

Aplikasi E-Comerce Produk UMKM menggunakan Metode Filtrasi Kolaboratif berbasis Mobile

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (UMKM) in Tebing Tinggi City, North Sumatra have great potential to encourage local economic growth. However, most UMKM in this city still face obstacles in marketing their products online. This research aims to develop a mobile-based e-commerce application with a collaborative filtration method for local UMKM to increase sales and turnover. The type of research is Research and Development (R&D) using the waterfall model including requirements analysis, system design, implementation, testing, and maintenance. The data analysis used includes a collaborative filtration method to recommend products to users based on the highest rating of all UMKM products on the application. Needs analysis through observation, interviews, and literature study. Design using UML diagrams. The implementation applies collaborative filtration for product recommendations based on user preferences, and functionality testing using black boxes. This research produces an e-commerce application that can provide product recommendations that are relevant and by user preferences based on the highest rating patterns and similar behavior of other users. Apart from that, this application also runs smoothly without any problems after black box testing.

Dampak Kemiskinan Terhadap Kesejahteraan Masyarakat Kotanopan Secara Ekonomi Islam

This research is descriptive qualitative field research. This field research was conducted in Kotanopan Village, Mandailing Natal Regency, North Sumatra Province. This research used the side quota method consisting of 15 quotas taken from 3 RTs in Hamlet 001, as well as interviews with the village head. Next, this research problem was analyzed using a qualitative data analysis method that uses a deductive thinking approach. The research results show that several causes of poverty in Kotanopan Village are as follows: low level of education; lack of funds; and family responsibilities. Based on these factors, poverty has the impact of losing people's welfare rights such as clothing, food and shelter, because some people still live in semi-permanent homes, losing the right to education because parents cannot teach their children, and losing the right to get a decent job because the head of the family does not have enough education so they cannot pay their children's school fees.

ANALISIS POLA CURAH HUJAN DI WILAYAH SUMATERA BAGIAN UTARA MENGGUNAKAN FAST FOURIER TRANSFORM (FFT)

This research was conducted in North Sumatra, namely at Iskandar Muda, Malikussaleh and Deli Serdang stations in the period 1885 to 2019. The purpose of the study was to analyze seasonal and interannual rainfall patterns. The method used is Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) and correlation between rainfall, sea surface temperature and wind. The results of the study showed that the rainfall pattern at Iskandar Muda, Malikussaleh and Deli Serdang stations had two peaks of rainfall. The peak rainfall of the three stations occurs in May and the second peak has differences between Deli Serdang and Iskandar Muda and Malikussaleh stations. Where the peaks of high periodization are only in the 6-month and 12-month periods. There is also a peak periodogram from each station seen in 18-30 months. Rainfall periodogram analysis shows the magnitude of data frequency for each phase cycle and its frequency. The correlation between rainfall, wind and sea surface temperature (SST) at the three stations has a different pattern. At Deli Serdang station, there is an influence of ENSO and IOD, while at Iskandar Muda and Malikussaleh stations there is no influence of ENSO and IOD. Then in the September, October, November (SON) season at the three stations there is no visible influence of ENSO and IOD.

The Role of Islamic Religious Counselors in Strengthening Religious Moderation in Mandailing Natal Regency, North Sumatra, Indonesia

Indonesia's vast population diversity includes various ethnicities, tribes, customs, cultures, languages, and religions. Religious moderation is a crucial agenda for every citizen to achieve peaceful coexistence among religious communities. As a fundamental value of every religion, strengthening moderation is a program to foster moderate attitudes and thinking in society. This research aims to explore the reinforcement of religious moderation values through the role of Islamic religious counselors in the Office of Religious Affairs in Mandailing Natal Regency. This research utilizes descriptive qualitative research, specifically field research, which collects data from the field. Data collection methods include interviews with 16 Islamic religious counselors, four heads of the Office of Religious Affairs, and one officer in charge of Zakat and Waqf management. Observations were conducted at 4 locations to observe Islamic religious counselors' routine religious guidance activities. Other data sources were obtained from relevant documents. Data were analyzed inductively through data reduction, classification, presentation, analysis, and conclusion. The results of this study indicate that Islamic religious counselors play a strategic role in strengthening religious moderation in the Mandailing Natal Regency. They are essential in strengthening the understanding of religious moderation among the community through guidance and counseling activities. The materials counselors deliver in guidance and counseling activities include worship and transactions, teaching good social life, understanding of wasatiyyah or balance, and practicing religious teachings correctly. Religious counselors play roles as informative and educational, consultative, advocative, mediative, and facilitative. Informative and educational roles dominate their role in strengthening religious moderation and instilling religious moderation values to realize a moderate society. Counselors play a strategic role through routine religious gatherings, Friday sermons, the guidance of study circles, large-scale religious gatherings, religious activities in correctional institutions, content creation on social media, and nurturing religiously moderate villages. This study recommends further research to measure public interest in religious moderation from different perspectives.

Analisis Faktor-Faktor dan Strategi dalam Menghadapi Kredit Macet pada KSP SMP Negeri 35 Medan

This research aims to identify the factors that cause bad credit at the SMP Negeri 35 Medan savings and loan cooperative and describe strategies for dealing with bad credit at the SMP Negeri 35 Medan savings and loan cooperative. The research method used is a qualitative descriptive method through interviews, observation, and documentation. The subjects of this research are the Chairman, Supervisory Staff, Bookkeeping Staff. The research is located on Jl. Williem Iskandar Pasar V Medan, Bandar Selamat, Kec. Medan Tembung, Medan City Prov. North Sumatra. The results of this research indicate that the factors causing bad credit at the SMP Negeri 35 Medan savings and loan cooperative are internal and external factors. The internal factors (cooperatives) consist of; cooperative officers' mistakes in analyzing potential debtors, excessive confidence, and family relationships. Meanwhile, external factors (from the customer's side) consist of need factors, the debtor's business failure (bankruptcy), and the debtor experiencing a disaster. The strategies that can be used at the SMP Negeri 35 Medan savings and credit cooperative are billing customers, communicating via telephone, and settling things amicably.

The Influence of Experience, Competence, Motivation, Professional Skepticism of Auditors on the Quality of BPKP Supervision (Study at BPKP North Sumatra Province)

The supervision quality produced by the Financial and Development Supervisory Agency in Indonesia still needs to be improved, as evidenced by the trend of corruption cases from 2019 to 2020. This research aims to test and analyze the impact of various factors such as Experience, Competence, Motivation, and Auditor Professional Skepticism on Supervision Quality. This research uses quantitative descriptive methods. The population in this study were all BPKP auditors in North Sumatra Province. The research sample consisted of 100 BPKP auditors from North Sumatra Province. Data collection was carried out through distributing questionnaires and data analysis using the SmartPLS application. Research findings show that the Auditor’s Experience, Motivation, and Auditor Professional Skepticism positively affect the Supervision quality. Apart from that, competency does not affect the quality of supervision.

Ministry of Religion Communication Techniques in Efforts to Disseminate Halal Certification Obligations for Business Actors in Deliserdang Regency

<em>This article uses qualitative methods or field research in the form of exposing field facts related to the communication patterns of religious ministries in Deliserdang Regency. This research was conducted at the Office of the Ministry of Religion, Deliserdang Regency, North Sumatra Province. This research was conducted for 6 (six) months in 2023 starting from July to February 2024. The number of informants for this research was 6 (six) people. The data collection technique uses triangulation (observation-interview and documentation). Then the data analysis technique, researchers used the Miles and Huberman model technique with three analysis steps, namely data reduction, data presentation and conclusion drawing or verification. The research results provide an illustration that the use of communication techniques by the Deli Serdang Ministry of Religion in efforts to disseminate halal certification obligations: 1) Informative Communication Techniques, 2) Persuasive Communication Techniques, 3) Human Relations Communication Techniques. To support halal certification activities, the Deli Serdang Ministry of Religion uses various communication media, including: First, Interpersonal Media. Second, Mass Media and Third, Social Media. Then in an effort to disseminate halal certification obligations for business actors in Deliserdang Regency. Implementation must prioritize communication principles and ethics that are in accordance with religious values, integrity and transparency</em>

Social Media Communication Strategy of Al-Izzah Campus Da'wah Institute UIN North Sumatra in Optimizing the Spread of Islamic Values on Social Media

This research aims to investigate how the communication strategy of the Al-Izzah UIN North Sumatra Campus Da'wah Institute (LDK) maximises the dissemination of Islamic ideals on social media. The research employed a descriptive qualitative research method. Qualitative research methods employ scientific techniques to elucidate a phenomenon by comprehensively summarising data and facts using language, with respect to the subject of study. The data collecting methods employed were interviews and observations of dakwah content on the LDK Al-Izzah UINSU Instagram social media account. The research incorporates the theories of New media proposed by Pierre Levy, the impact of dakwah on social media, and communication methods utilising SWOT analysis. The primary findings of this study reveal the effectiveness of utilising distinctive and innovative dakwah content, such as humorous videos, to captivate and engage the audience in the dakwah message. Furthermore, the deficiency in disseminating dakwah content on social media stems from a scarcity of manpower and the utilisation of rudimentary instruments for making dakwah content, hence leading to subpar outcomes in the created dakwah video content. Furthermore, there are potential to disseminate Islamic ideals on social media platforms, particularly through the emerging trend of providing innovative and contemporary preaching content. Furthermore, the Al-Izzah Campus Da'wah Institute faces a hindrance in disseminating Islamic ideals on social media due to the removal of parts of their dakwah content on LDK Al-Izzah's social media platforms.

Pembinaan Health Habbit di Panti Asuhan Vania Anak Indonesia

Health habbit development (healthy living habits) is healthy behavior that is carried out repeatedly without going through a thought process because this behavior is a response to something that is generally an everyday action. The aim of developing healthy habits is to improve the quality of life and individual well-being through implementing a healthy lifestyle. This coaching covers various aspects, such as a balanced diet, regular physical activity, adequate sleep, stress management and personal hygiene. This research examines how health habits are fostered at the Vania Anak Indonesia Orphanage Jln. Captain M. Jamil Lubis, Medan Estate, Deli Serdang, Deli Serdang Regency, North Sumatra 20371. The aim of this research is to find out what the healthy living habits of orphanage children at the Indonesian Vania Anak Orphanage are. This research uses a qualitative approach and a case study type of research. The subjects of the research were orphanage managers. This research data was collected using observation, interview and documentation techniques. Data is processed by data reduction, data presentation, as well as conclusions and verification. The results of the research show that the implementation of healthy living habits in Indonesian children's orphanages has not been implemented well, therefore the research team was present to provide guidance on health habits (Healthy Living Habits).

Transformasi Sosial dan Budaya Melalui Islamisasi di Sumatera Utara

This research examines the social and cultural transformation that occurred in North Sumatra through the process of Islamization. The process of Islamization in this region has been underway since the 13th century, starting with the arrival of traders and scholars from the Middle East and Southeast Asia. This study uses a historical and sociological approach to analyze changes in the social structure, cultural practices, and value systems of North Sumatra society due to the acceptance and spread of Islam. The research results show that Islamization not only changes the religious aspects of society, but also influences patterns of social interaction, government systems, education, and local arts and culture. Significant changes include the establishment of Islamic educational institutions, the application of sharia law in several aspects of life, and the alignment of local traditions with Islamic teachings. This study also highlights the role of religious figures and Islamic institutions in directing this transformation. Thus, the process of Islamization in North Sumatra can be understood as a multifaceted phenomenon involving dynamic interactions between local traditions and Islamic values, resulting in a unique and diverse social and cultural identity. This research provides an important contribution to a deeper understanding of the dynamics of social and cultural change in the context of Islamization in Indonesia.

Study Of Diversity, Uniformity, And Dominance Of Macrophite Water Plants At Aek Batu Pematang Tambun Raya Beach Pematang Sidamanik District, Simalungun District, North Sumatra Province

Study Of Diversity, Uniformity, And Dominance Of Macrophite Water Plants At Aek Batu Pematang Tambun Raya Beach Pematang Sidamanik District, Simalungun District, North Sumatra Province

Pentingnya Komunikasi Efektif dalam Pendidikan bagi Anak Usia Dini

Effective communication between teachers and young children is a key factor in supporting the learning process and holistic development of children. This research aims to identify the most effective communication strategies in the context of early childhood education and understand their impact on children's learning engagement and achievement. This research is a qualitative approach with in-depth interviews, classroom observations, and documentation analysis. This research was carried out at An Nizam Islamic School Kindergarten Jl. Tuba II No 62, Tegal Sari Mandala III, Kec. Medan Denai, Medan City, North Sumatra 20226. The subjects in this research were PGPAUD STUDENTS and the role of effective communication in education for early childhood. The research results show that the use of two-way communication, nonverbal communication techniques, and an inclusive communicative approach significantly increases children's active participation and emotional involvement in teaching and learning activities. In addition, this research found that positive and supportive communication from teachers contributed to increasing children's self-confidence and independence.

Factor Affecting Work Engagement, Affective Commitment, And Organizational Citizenship Behavior

This study examines the effect of transformational leadership on work engagement, affective commitment, and OCB both directly and indirectly. The quantitative design of this study used survey methodology by sending questionnaires to frontline employees in the hospitality industry. One hundred and eighty questionnaires out of 200 questionnaires issued were usable. The data analysis used to test the Structural Equation Model - Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) approach is SmartPLS 4.0. The results obtained concluded that transformational leadership, affective commitment, and work engagement affect OCB, transformational leadership affects affective commitment and work engagement, work engagement affects affective commitment, transformational leadership affects OCB through affective commitment, transformational leadership affects OCB through work engagement, and work engagement affects organisational citizenship behaviour through affective commitment. The effect of transformational leadership on OCB of hotel employees in North Sumatra - Indonesia, mediated through affective commitment and work engagement.

Analisis Manajemen Risiko Operasional Pada Rumah Makan Ondo Grill Batak

This research aims to analyze the operational risks faced by Rumah Makan Ondo Batak Grill, a famous culinary business on Jl. Weaving Factory No. 45, Sei Putih Tengah, Medan Petisah District, Medan City, North Sumatra. The qualitative method used in this research is data collection techniques by conducting direct observations and interviews with the owner of the Ondo Grill Batak Restaurant. The research results reveal that there are several significant operational risks, including hygiene and food safety risks, equipment damage risks, employee absenteeism risks, and customer number risks. To manage possible risks, Ondo Restaurant has implemented several strategies, such as regular employee training regarding food hygiene and safety, routine maintenance and inspection of cooking equipment, and development of an employee attendance management system. Apart from that, this restaurant is also diversifying its menu and promotions to attract more customers and maintain income stability. This research concludes that effective operational risk management is very important for the survival and success of Ondo Restaurant. The recommendations provided include improving the risk monitoring system and implementing risk management strategies on a regular basis.

Influence Green Bean Extract in Increasing Hemoglobin (Hb) Levels in Trimester II Pregnant Motherat Pratama Clinic of bunda Tessa Dusun 1A Sidourip Sub-District Beringin Deli Serdang Regency in 2023

Introduction: Pregnant women with anemia are still many in Indonesia, including in North Sumatra which reached 39%. Pregnancy is very susceptible to anemia that can cause bleeding in pregnant women. Purpose: The purpose of this study was find out the influence Green Bean extract in increasing Hemoglobin Levels in Trimester II Pregnant Women in Pratama Clinic of Bunda Tessa Dusun IA Sidourip Subdistrict Beringin District Deli Serdang in 2023. Method: Types of Quasy Experiment with the design of One Group Pretest Posttest. The population was 20 people. Sampling technique with purposive sampling was a selection of samples based on certain characteristics as many as 10 people, the statistic test used wilcoxon test. Result: Based on the result showed that the data obtained was pre-test minimum value of 8.4 maximum 11.9 while post-test minimum 10.8 maximum13.7. From the results of statistical tests thatwas with wilcoxon test known value P-value= .11 <. 05. Conclusion: The ability in this study is the effect of green bean extract on increasinghemoglobin levels in trimester II pregnant women in Pratama Clinic of Bunda Tessa Dusun IA Sidourip Subdistrict Beringin District Deli Serdang in 2023. It is suggested to be an evaluation and reference material for health workers to be applied and can inform pregnant women who have anemia in a natural way that is by consuming green bean juice as much as 200 ml.

Integrated Curriculum Management in Integrated Undergraduate Programs

This research aims to analyze program factors, implementation, evaluation and barriers to curriculum integration between Ma'had Abu Ubaidah bin Al-Jarrah and the Faculty of Islamic Religion (FAI) Muhammadiyah University of North Sumatra (UMSU) in the Integrated Undergraduate Program. This research method uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive type. Data collection techniques include interviews, observation and documentation studies. Data analysis techniques include data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. Research findings show; 1) The curriculum integration program between Ma'had Abu Ubaidah bin Al-Jarrah and FAI UMSU in the Integrated Undergraduate Program is a strategic collaboration to provide service diplomas to students, as well as facilitate students to continue higher education and improve the quality of Islamic education. 2) Implementation of curriculum integration between Ma'had Abu Ubaidah bin Al-Jarrah and FAI UMSU in the Integrated Undergraduate Program is carried out through three aspects, namely integration of lecture schedules, integration of courses, and integration of assessments. 3) Evaluation of curriculum integration between Ma'had Abu Ubaidah bin Al-Jarrah and FAI UMSU in the Integrated Undergraduate Program is carried out every semester. This program is able to provide positive impacts such as stability in student numbers, increasing student interest in learning, increasing the number of students with various abilities. 4) Obstacles in implementing curriculum integration between Ma'had Abu Ubaidah bin Al-Jarrah include; lack of communication and coordination, time and cost constraints, delays and division of focus, curriculum changes, and students' perceptions of the value of knowledge.

Catfish and Water Spinach Cultivation Using Aquaponics as an Effort to Meet Household-Scale Food Needs in Nagori Raya Usang Village

Nagori Raya Usang Village is one of the Nagori villages in the Dolog Masagal sub-district, Simalungun Regency, North Sumatra Province. Based on the situation analysis, most village residents' livelihoods are artisans and farmers. The production of water spinach and catfish in Dolog Masagal District is still not optimal, so it is necessary to transfer science and technology in terms of cultivating fish and vegetables using an aquaponic system so that people can start businesses to meet their food needs starting from the household scale. The community service activity was carried out in September – October 2022. The implementation of this activity consists of 3 stages: field survey, outreach, and direct practice in making aquaponics with the community. The community has increased their knowledge and ability by 80% through socialization and direct practice of making aquaponics. The results of this aquaponics can be used for household-scale food consumption for vegetable and fish, or as an alternative additional income for the community.

ANALISIS FAKTOR KINERJA PETUGAS KESEHATAN DI UNIT PELAYANAN TEKNIS RUMAH SAKIT KHUSUS MATA PROVINSI SUMATERA UTARA TAHUN 2022

control of human assets is crucial in attaining desires. commonly, leaders assume excellent. health services will no longer run properly if the performance of the medical experts is not effective. The decline in the great of fitness offerings for eye sufferers apart from the overall performance factors of employees also can be influenced with the aid of other factors. This examine targets to decide the performance aspect analysis of health workers at UPT unique Eye sanatorium in North Sumatra Province. The populace in this have a look at had been all medical experts at UPT Eye unique health center, North Sumatra Province, particularly 148 humans with a total sample of 108 human beings. The sampling approach in this study changed into the consecutive sampling method, the information were analyzed the usage of the chi-square take a look at and logistic regression. based totally on the examine, it showed that there was a great courting between motivation, work discipline, rank magnificence, incentives, work skills, workload, tenure with the performance of medical examiners. The most dominant variable related to the overall performance of health workers is paintings area with a p-price of zero.00 where the cost of Exp (B) is 22.834 where health workers who have top work area 22 instances have appropriate performance in comparison to individuals who aren't disciplined. it's far was hoping that the clinic can pay extra interest to the performance of medical examiners such as motivation, incentives, cooperation, awards or praise for employees so one can enhance the overall performance of health workers in creating outstanding provider and assisting better paintings effects.

Analisis Risiko Jasa Rental Mobil Pada CV. Mawar Rental Car

The purpose of this research is to analyze and determine possible risks that occur in car rental services, making it easier for companies to take action to prevent risks that can occur at CV Mawar Rental Car. The risks that arise come from internal factors that cause this company to experience losses. This research uses a quantitative research approach. The research location is on Jalan Setia Budi No. 12, Medan, North Sumatra. The data collection techniques used in this research were kuesioner. from the results of research at CV. Mawar Rental Car, the first thing to do is identify risks originating from operational risk, financial risk, external risk.

UJI AKTIVITAS STIMULANSIA EKSTRAK DAUN BANGUN-BANGUN (Coleus amboinicus L.) DENGAN METODA ROTAROD

The leaves of the Coleus amboinicus commonly consumed in North Sumatra, are known for their diverse benefits, including their use as a stimulant. These leaves contain various chemical compounds such as carvacrol, quercetin, and alkaloids. This study aims to determine the effectiveness and optimal dosage of the stimulant effects of the bangun-bangun leaf extract using the rotarod method. The extraction method used was maceration. The bangun-bangun leaf extract (EDB) was tested as a stimulant on 30 male mice, divided into six groups: negative control (CMC-na 5%), positive control (caffeine 0.36 mg), and treatment groups given different doses of ethanol extract EDB1 2.8 mg/20g bw; EDB2 5.6 mg/20g bw; EDB3 8.4 mg/20g bw, EDB4 11.2 mg/20g bw. After oral administration and a one-hour interval, the mice were placed on a rotarod and the duration of their endurance was observed. Statistical analysis showed that the endurance duration of the mice given EDB significantly differed from the negative control, indicating that EDB has a stimulant effect. EDB1 showed no significant difference with caffeine, implying its stimulant effect is comparable to caffeine. Meanwhile, EDB2, EDB3, and EDB4 showed higher endurance duration and significant differences with caffeine, implying that these EDB doses have a stronger stimulant effect than caffeine. However, there was no significant difference between EDB3 and EDB4.