Proposed Business Model Using Business Model Canvas (BMC) to Increase Neutrafix Platform Users (Case Study: PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia International)

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This comprehensive study, entitled “Propose Business Model using Business Model Canvas to Increase Neutrafix Platform User”, Neutrafix is a voice & mobility e-commerce platform owned by PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia International (Telin). Through comprehensive analyses, including Business Model Canvas, VRIO, PESTEL, Porter’s Five Forces, and STP, key challenges and opportunities were identified. This study aim to fix the challenge that Neutrafix currently facing like stagnan growth, a prepaid payment model unfavorable to buyers, and the absence of large sellers, which in the end resulted in low platform user. This study utilize a qualitative approach, using a semi structured interview and a thorough of secondary data. This methodology enables a comprehensive examination of current internal and external situation of Neutrafix. The study focus on Neutrafix business issue and how to improve it. The main conclusions emphasized problems including misalignment of value proposition, Ineffective communication, Lack of customer support, and opportunities for strategic partnership. In response, this thesis recommends three strategic actions: forming a strategic partnership with Etisalat, introducing flexible payment options as a new value proposition, and establishing a Customer Success team to manage customer relationships that translated into customer satisfaction and user increase.

Business Risk Management Strategy in Adaptation of Beef Caft Businesses to the Impact of Climate Change in Sumenep District

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This study aims to determine the mitigation strategies of farmers in Sumenep district in their strategic management when facing climate change. Climate change greatly affects livestock activities in Sumenep district in various factors, extreme weather changes can harm beef cattle farming in terms of selling value. Increased temperature causes stress in cattle. Drought can reduce forage and water availability. Dry conditions inhibit the growth of grass and other feed plants, forcing farmers to look for alternative feeds such as hay or commercial animal feed. Extreme climate change that occurs gradually over three months, twice the normal time and the following three months, facing extreme climate change that has an impact on the health of livestock in Sumenep District and the selling price of cattle that does not match the expectations of farmers. Research was conducted to outline strategies in business adaptation using the SWOT method to determine priority options from the general micro and macro impacts, the following knowledge aims to determine strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. The right strategy in handling beef cattle business adaptation will minimize losses of farmers due to climate change and mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions from the livestock sector.

Proposed Business Strategic Improvement to Accelerate Waste Management Business Unit at Building Materials Company (Case Study at Cement Inc)

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The rising environmental concerns and regulatory measures in Indonesia have created new opportunities for the expansion of waste management services in the cement sector, specifically by utilizing thermal technology. The Waste Management Unit (WMU) of Cement Company presents substantial strategic opportunities for expansion and development. After undergoing a merger and acquisition, Cement Inc experienced a transformation and has now become a state-owned firm. This change offers WMU Cement Inc further opportunities for growth and expansion. The objective of this research is to identify the most effective strategy for the Waste Management Business Unit within the Cement Company using the Analytical Hierarchy Process. The study explores three fundamental research question: (1) What is the current situation for WMU Cement Inc in terms of market, money, customer, and organization? (2) What are the obstacles inside the organization and in the external environment that hinder the acceleration of waste management services in Indonesia, resulting in limited value creation for the company? (3) What are the suggested recommendations and strategic choices for the company to enhance its value absorption?

The study used the SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) and AHP (Analytic Hierarchy Process) framework to perform a comprehensive evaluation and evaluate three strategic options for the waste management division: retaining it within the cement firm, expanding it to the cement group as a whole, or establishing it as an independent entity. The results of this study indicate that the most favorable choice (40.6%) is to establish WMU as a separate entity, which offers greater advantages compared to fully integrating with the parent company (30.9%) and keeping the current business operations (28.4%). By creating WMU as an independent organization, it may effectively avoid market and pricing cannibalization amongst its subsidiaries and optimize operations. WMU Cement Inc possesses the capacity to assume a leading role in waste management services by offering waste solutions to all SIG subsidiary plants and other cement makers, including ITP. The benefits of this method include autonomous operations, targeted management, rapid decision-making, and varied income streams achieved via the cultivation of specialized skills and expertise in waste management. This decision presents a chance to attract targeted investments and collaborations that promote innovation and expansion in waste management.

Enhancement of Foley Catheter Assembly Section Quality using Six Sigma (A Case Study of an Indonesian Medical Device Company)

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This study aims to enhance the quality of the Foley catheter assembly section at PT XYZ, an Indonesian medical device manufacturer, using Six Sigma methodology. PT XYZ currently faces an 8% defect rate in its Foley catheter assembly section, surpassing the acceptable 3% threshold. The current Sigma level of the Shrink process within the assembly section is 2.36, while the Balloon Vulcanizing and Assembly process stands at 2.68. The Six Sigma DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) framework was used to identify and address root causes of defects. Data collection methods included interviews, questionnaires, and field observations, revealing key issues such as incorrect tray loading, machine calibration errors, operator skill variability, and inadequate handling techniques. Proposed improvements include updating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), implementing SCAMPER for calibration, comprehensive training programs, and incentive schemes. Additional measures involve template overlays for precise cutting, vendor maintenance, and control charts for consistency. The Control phase ensures sustainability through documentation, training, and monitoring using control charts and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA). Implementing these solutions is expected to reduce the defect rate and elevate the Sigma level of both processes to 3, enhancing process efficiency and product quality. This will improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction, providing a robust framework for PT XYZ to elevate its quality control and contribute to better healthcare device manufacturing in Indonesia.

Strategic Optimization of Conveyor Belt Splicing Solutions: Enhancing Competitive Edge in the Asia-Pacific Market (Case Study: Inspirare Luxiner Group)

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Business and Financing Strategic in Entering a Biomass New Business (Case Study: PT ABC, in West Java)

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Biomass is a renewable alternative fuel source that is more environmentally friendly than other fuels. Currently PT ABC has a biomass plant that produces wood chips and wood pellets in the West Java region. The purpose of this study is to analyse the business strategy and funding needed by PT ABC to enter the biomass industry in West Java. The research method used is a combination of descriptive and case study methods, with data collection through interviews, document analysis, and direct observation. SWOT, PESTEL, and Porter’s Five Forces analyses were conducted to evaluate the company’s internal and external situation. Furthermore, this research designs the right funding strategy based on 5 funding alternatives sourced from venture capital, Angel Investors, Banks, IPOs and Bonds. Based on the comparison results, alternative 3 (Bank Loan) is more profitable. This alternative provides NPV of Rp 8,503,386,171.21, Internal Rate of Return (IRR) of 31%, Payback Period (PP) for 4 years. This alternative will increase the value of the company in several ways such as diversification of financial risks, tax benefits on interest payments, guaranteed retained earnings, quick disbursement of funds, and maintaining the balance of shareholders’ equity. The findings of this study highlight the huge potential of the biomass market in West Java and Indonesia, and the importance of an appropriate funding strategy. This research provides valuable insights for companies looking to enter the biomass industry.

Business Strategy Formulation for PT Silka Teguh Sejahtera (Sciencom) to Elevate its Revenue

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PT Silka Teguh Sejahtera (Sciencom) is one of Indonesia’s IT and computer training providers. In the past several years, the company faces limited revenue growth despite its strong reputation and high-quality training services as well as promising market potential for IT and computer training provider. This happens because Sciencom main target customer base is government institutions which have faced budget reductions for education and training. This study aims to formulate a business strategy for Sciencom to enhance its revenue by identifying the factors influencing the limited growth of the company’s revenue. The primary data is gathered from qualitative method in which the author conducted interviews with Sciencom’s employees and customers representatives in order to analyze the internal and external factors to the business issue. To support the finding, the author uses secondary data collected from company’s reports, journals, books, and websites. Through thorough internal and external analysis, the author was able to propose a new Segmentation, Targeting, and Positiong (STP) and Marketing Mix 7Ps to develop Sciencom’s business strategy using the Ansoff Matrix Growth Strategy that the company can utilize in order to elevate its revenue amidst a competitive market. The proposed strategy include expanding the target customer base to state-owned enterprises and fresh graduates, integrating a Leaning Management System (LMS) for online training, offering ERP solutions, partnering with universities for Swakelola Type 2 projects, forming a digital marketing and human resources departments, and regularly updating IT courses, certification, and promotional package offerings.

Study on The Evaluation of Eco-Economic Efficiency in The Yangtze River Economic Zone

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Eco-economic efficiency is of tremendous significance to the coordinated development of ecological environment and economy. This study uses the super-SBM model to assess the Yangtze River Economic Belt’s ecological and economic performance from 2011 to 2020. The Malmquist index approach is then used to dynamically analyze the total factor productivity. The findings indicate that there is a non-equilibrium feature in space and that the eco-economic efficiency of the Yangtze River Economic Zone as a whole exhibits a fluctuating rising trend. A downstream > midstream > upstream pattern is shown. Based on the dynamic Malmquist index and its decomposition, the Yangtze River Economic Zone’s total factor productivity has a robust upward tendency. The primary cause of the shift in total factor productivity is technological advancement.

Development of Mathematics Learning Tools Based on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) Using the Outdoor Learning Mathematics Method to Enhance Mathematical Connections in Junior High School

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This research aims to develop mathematics learning tools based on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) using the Outdoor Learning Mathematics method with the goal of enhancing mathematical connections of junior high school students in statistics. The research method employed is a mixed-methods approach combining qualitative and quantitative methods, both conducted through developmental research comprising planning, development, and evaluation stages. The sample for this research was two classes at SMPN 1 Tempeh with homogeneous mathematical abilities, where one class will be used as the experimental group and one class as the control group. Determining the research area using a purposive area sampling technique with the consideration that learning using the outdoor learning mathematics method with educational sustainable development (ESD) based learning tools has never been implemented at SMPN 1 Tempeh. The selection of eighth-grade classes is based on the consideration that statistics material is currently being taught in eighth grade, and eighth-grade students have not been subjects of research for similar studies before.  The learning tools developed are designed in accordance with ESD principles and utilize outdoor mathematics learning approaches to enhance students’ understanding and skills in statistics. The results from Hypothesis Testing for Pretest indicate that a p-value of 0.648 is obtained, where this value > 0.05 means H0 is accepted and H1 is rejected. Therefore, it can be concluded that there is no difference in the mean between the control and experimental groups in the pretest. Whereas the result of Posttest Hypothesis Test indicate that a p-value of 0.028 is obtained, where this value < 0.05 means H0 is rejected and H1 is accepted. So the use of ESD-based mathematics learning tools with the Outdoor Learning Mathematics method is effective in improving students’ mathematical connections in statistics. The implication of this research underscores the importance of integrating mathematics education with sustainable development principles to reinforce students’ understanding and skills in mathematics while also fostering awareness of environmental and social issues.

The Effect of Product Involvement, Perceived Value, and Attitude as Mediation on the Intention to Use “POSPAY” Apps by PT Pos Indonesia (Persero) to Create the Right Marketing Strategy through a Marketing 4.0 Perspectives

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Pospay is an app from PT Pos Indonesia (Persero). The research’s background highlights the competitive pressures in the financial services industry and the necessity for transformational companies to innovate through digital offerings such as the Fintech app. The implications of this research complete a new understanding for the marketing department at PT Pos Indonesia on how to increase customer intention to use. This research can provide evaluation materials and references for implementing the right marketing strategy from the perspective of Marketing 4.0, especially to increase intention to use it with variable mediation of consumer attitudes. The results of this research can provide an overview of the fact that perceived value is the most powerful variable that contributes to efforts to increase intention to use the Pospay App.

The key research problems are the need to identify the determinants of user intention in adopting FinTech apps, the role of consumer attitude in mediating these determinants, product involvement, and the practical implications for marketing strategy development. The research employs a mixed method with a descriptive approach and uses a type-3 problem-solving scenario. Quantitative data is collected through surveys, and qualitative insights are gathered via interviews or focus group discussions. Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) – Partial Least Square (PLS) with WarpPLS software is used to analyze data testing the hypothesis.

The research results are as follows: Product involvement does not have a significant effect on the intention to use but has a significant effect on consumer attitudes; Perceived value has a significant effect on the intention to use and consumer attitudes; Consumer attitude has a significant effect on the intention to use and mediates the influence of perceived value on intention to use but does not moderate the influence of product involvement on intention to use. The research will provide actionable recommendations for PT Pos Indonesia, enabling them to tailor their marketing strategies better through a Marketing 4.0 perspective to meet customer needs and preferences.