A Content Analysis of Deixis and References in Jakarta Post

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The purpose of the research is to examine the deixis and references of various types in the Jakarta Post. The thematic analysis was used to analyze four Jakarta Post article. In this study, the qualitative method was applied. The findings indicated that numerous types of deixis were detected in the Jakarta Post, including person, spatial, time, discourse, and social. Social deixis was a predominant type. Another outcome was a reference. The anaphoric and cataphoric references were discovered in the Jakarta Post, while the anaphoric reference is being predominant. In short, the majority of Jakarta Post authors used social deixis and anaphoric reference to provide comprehensible information in the written text.

Assessing Organizational Restructuring and Crafting Solutions to Manage Workload in Shared Service and Support Unit – PT Telkom Regional III

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This study aims to evaluate the impact of organizational restructuring on employee workload and satisfaction in the Shared Service & Support Unit of PT Telkom Regional III. A mixed-method approach was employed, combining qualitative and quantitative data collected through questionnaires, secondary data, and open surveys or discussions. The analysis results indicate that the average weekly overtime hours increased from 3 hours to 6.7 hours, with 43% of employees reporting a significant increase in workload, 43% indicating high stress levels, and more than 71.4% feeling burdened by their tasks since the restructuring. Furthermore, the factors causing excessive workload were identified using a Fishbone Diagram, which included a 55% reduction in the number of employees from 22 to 10, inefficient work processes, and a lack of technological investment. Based on these findings, workload management strategies were developed using the NASA TLX method and job design principles. These strategies include task redistribution, enhanced employee training, and the use of technology to automate manual tasks. The implementation of these strategies is expected to reduce excessive workload and improve employee well-being and satisfaction, thereby supporting operational efficiency and overall organizational success.

A Modish Glance of Integer Solutions to Non-homogeneous Cubic Diophantine Equation with Three Unknowns 7 (x2-xy+y2)= 12 z3

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The main thrust of this paper is focused on determining varieties of non-zero distinct integer solutions to the non-homogeneous ternary cubic Diophantine  equation 7 (x2-xy+y2)= 12 z3 . Various choices of integer solutions to the above equation are obtained by reducing it to the equation which is solvable, through employing suitable transformations and applying the factorization method.

The Effect of Perceived Ease of Use and Service Quality on Customer Loyalty with Customer Satisfaction as an Intervening Variable: Case Study on Tokopedia

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Transactions on e-commerce have become a common habit in society. Indonesia had approximately 196.47 million e-commerce users, and this number is predicted to continue increasing. The total value of e-commerce transactions has reached Rp 453.75 trillion, and Tokopedia is among the top five e-commerce platforms with the most visitors, totaling 1.2 billion visits. However, Tokopedia has recently experienced a 31% decrease in visits compared to the previous year, and many users have expressed dissatisfaction. Based on these issues, the aim of this research is to determine the influence of service quality and perceived ease of use on customer loyalty, with customer satisfaction serving as a mediating variable with the object of research Tokopedia. This research is quantitative in nature, utilizing descriptive and causal analysis. Sampling was carried out using purposive sampling method, resulting in 400 respondents who fulfilled the requirements applied in this research. The analysis was conducted using Partial Least Squares-Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) with the SmartPLS 3. The findings of this research indicate a positive and significant effect of perceived ease of use and service quality on customer loyalty, both directly and indirectly through customer satisfaction. The model used in this study explains 55.8% of consumer loyalty behavior towards Tokopedia, which falls into the moderate category. Tokopedia should enhance the quality of services offered to users and ensure they encounter no difficulties while using the Tokopedia application. The objective is to improve customer satisfaction on Tokopedia, ultimately leading to increased customer loyalty.

The Impact of Social Media Communication on Brand Association and Repurchase Intention in Local Beauty Brand in Indonesia

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People’s demeanor and interactions in Indonesia have progressed into more digital, thus businesses and companies have shifted their marketing efforts to digital marketing. The objective of this investigation is to determine the effects of SMC on brand association and repurchase intention for a beauty brand in Indonesia, given the significant changes in people’s behavior and interaction caused by the use of digital technology, particularly social media, as well as the rapid growth of the beauty industry in Indonesia. 290 samples were gathered utilizing an online survey form. Purposive sampling was employed to ensure respondent validity, and the results were assessed using SmartPLS 3.0’s structural equation modeling (SEM) approach. This study discovered that social media communication had a positive and substantial effect on repurchase intention through brand association, with company-generated content having a stronger influence on repurchase intention than user-generated content.

Optimization of Staffing Levels and Personnel Budgeting Through Standardized Job Descriptions and Workload Analysis: A Case Study of Operations Director 1’s Projects at PT Wijaya Karya (Persero) TBK

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This research addresses the critical business issue of optimizing staffing levels and streamlining personnel budgeting within WIKA through the standardization of job descriptions and the determination of optimal personnel numbers. The study, driven by three key research questions, involved analyzing data from 26 medium-scale projects using Lean Office tools and Workload Analysis formats. Standardizing job descriptions led to a significant reduction in redundancies, with the Commercial section decreasing from 81 to 74 roles, Engineering from 37 to 21, and Finance & HC from 34 to 24. Optimal staffing levels were established by validating average working times with expert judgment, resulting in a more efficient allocation of human resources. This optimization saw the Finance & HR team reduce from 6 to 5 employees, Engineering from 9 to 8, and Commercial from 6 to 5, increasing individual work times and ensuring alignment with operational needs. Proper budget standards for personnel costs were developed by comparing historical and current data, leading to significant cost savings: Rp 243.69 million in Finance & HC, Rp 213.91 million in Engineering, and Rp 127.02 million in Commercial. These findings demonstrate that WIKA can enhance its operational performance and efficiency by implementing standardized job descriptions, optimal staffing levels, and accurate budget standards. Recommendations include adopting these standards across all medium project classifications and maintaining regular reviews to ensure continuous improvement, ultimately supporting sustainable growth in the construction industry.

Sima Assaparang Atuwong: Tax Policy and Collection at the End of Coloniality in South Sulawesi

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This article investigates the history of taxation in Indonesia with a particular focus on South Sulawesi. This research provides an in-depth understanding of the development of taxation from the imperial and colonial eras to the present. Through analysis of historical documents, including the decisions of the Civil and Military Governor of Celebes in 1908, and references from secondary sources such as Pananrangi Hamid (1989), this article provides a comprehensive contextual background. The quantitative approach focuses on 1914 tax-related data, including the number of taxpayers, total receipts, and average per head, providing insight into the economic landscape of the time. The research methodology involves historical analysis, document research, and descriptive qualitative. The focus includes an exploration of the geographic, socio-economic, and cultural and political aspects of taxation. The research results highlight the complex roles of kings, traditional leaders, and district heads in tax collection as well as the socio-economic implications of taxation. This research provides an in-depth look at the evolution of tax collection practices over time. This research makes an important contribution to understanding the history and socio-economics of taxation in South Sulawesi.

Estimation of Polyphenol and Antioxidant Content from Papaya (Carica papaya) and Mango (Mangifera indica) Seed, Peel and Leaves

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Papaya (Carica papaya) and mango (Mangifera indica) are two tropical fruits which are widely known for their rich nutritional properties and various health benefits. Papaya belongs to family Caricaceae which has its origin in South Mexico. Mango belongs to the family Anacardiaceae and were originated from India and southern China. As the pulp of these fruits is known to be consumed rapidly while their seeds, peels and leaves are often thrown away as waste. This study involves the estimation of total polyphenol and anti-oxidant activity of the by-products of papaya and mango fruits. The anti-oxidant activity by DPPH method of % inhibition of papaya seed=180 peel=125 leaves=64 is higher compared to mango by-products. In FRAP, ABTS, Radical Cation method of mango samples shown higher levels than papaya. Vitamin c content of mango seeds exhibits high as 15.6mg/100g compared to papaya seed, papaya peel and leaves has higher levels of vitamin c compared to mango peel and leaves. The total polyphenol activity (GAE/g) of mango seed=118.4, peel=55.31, leaves=19.04 exhibits higher value compared to papaya. Papaya seed and peel has more beta carotene content compared to mango whereas mango leaves shown more beta carotene content than papaya. Seeds of papaya and mango has 2.05% and 2.15% pectin, mango peel has more pectin content than papaya 12.45%>8.94% and mango peel has shown slightly more pectin content than papaya as 4.25>3.58. Papaya peel have medium number of abundances of tannin content, seeds and leaves have less in number whereas mango have equal amounts of abundance of tannin content. This study mainly features the importance of the bioactive compounds found in the by-products (seed, peel, leaves) of papaya and mango and their health benefits.

The Influence of Green Human Resource Management on Pro-Environmental Performance with Environmental Awareness as Mediation and Leadership Serving as Moderators

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Nearly a century and a half of global industrial development has created significant environmental problems in many countries. This requires public attention to environmental or Green issues, including energy conservation, recycling, and renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and geothermal energy. Among these industries, the hospitality industry has made a positive impact on environmental conservation through reduced energy and water consumption, better use of durable and consumable items, and reduction in the generation of solid and hazardous waste. Therefore, the current research focuses on exploring the mediating role of one affective determinant, i.e., affective affinity for nature, and one cognitive determinant, i.e., awareness of risk to nature. These two factors have been identified as significant independent determinants of pro-environmental commitments. The study used cross-sectional surveys to collect data. The research was carried out through the distribution of questionnaires with a choice of Likert scale answers. The research population is hotel employees in Surakarta with a sample of 120 respondents. Green Human Resource Management has no effect on Task-Related Pro-Environmental Performance. Green Human Resource Management has no effect on the Proactive Related Environmental Pro Performance. Green Human Resource Management has no effect on Environmental Commitment. Environmental Awareness fully mediates the relationship between Green Human Resource Management and Task-Related Pro-Environmental Performance. Environmental Awareness fully mediates the relationship between Green Human Resource Management and Proactive Environmental Pro-Performance. Environmental Awareness fully mediates the relationship between Green Human Resource Management and Environmental Commitment. Serving Leadership does not moderate the relationship between Green Human Resource Management and Task-Related Pro-Environmental Performance.

Effects of Katuk Leaf (Sauropus androgynus L. Merr) Meal Supplementation on Physiological and Hematological Status of Peranakan Etawah Goats

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The study aimed to determine the effect of supplementing katuk leaf meal in concentrate on physiological and haematological status of Etawah grade goats. The research took place at the Goat Breeding and Forage Production Installation Sumlili Village, West Kupang district of  Kupang Regency, from March to August 2024. The materials used were 12 heifers of Peranakan Etawah (PE) goats with body weight of 21.5 – 25.3kg, mean 23.4 ± 1.85kg; rations were forage (lamtoro) and concentrate. The study used a 4 x 3 completely randomised design (CRD), with four treatments tried, namely: P0 = farmer’s pattern ration of lamtoro leaves + 300g concentrate (70% fine bran: 30% ground yellow corn) without katuk leaf meal; P1 = P0 + 5% DM forage; P2: P0 + 10% DM forage; P3= P0 + 15% DM forage. The observed variables were respiration rate, pulsus rate, rectal temperature, haemoglobin content, erythrocyte count, erythrocyte and haematocrit numbers. Data were analysed according to the variance analysis procedure. The results of statistical tests showed that the treatment had no significant effect (P>0.05) on all variables observed. The average results obtained were respiration rate 63.5 beats/minute; pulsus rate 81.08 beats/minute, rectal temperature 38.16°C, haemoglobin level 10.3 g/dL; erythrocyte count 11.12 x106/mm3; leucocytes 10.3 x 103/mm3 and haematocrit number 31.0%.  It was concluded that supplementation of katuk leaf meal in concentrate did not interfere with metabolism in PE heifers under conditions with indications of physiological and haematological status within normal ranges.