Implementation of Population Administration Policy at the Integrated Service Unit (UPT) of the Population and Civil Registration Office in Bunta Subdistrict, Banggai Regency

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This study aims to analyze the implementation of population administration policies at the Integrated Service Unit (UPT) of the Population and Civil Registration Office in Bunta Subdistrict, Banggai Regency. The research uses a descriptive qualitative approach, focusing on George C. Edwards III’s public policy implementation theory, which includes communication, resources, disposition, and bureaucratic structure. The results indicate that policy implementation has not been optimal, as evidenced by low achievement in population document issuance and various human resource and infrastructure constraints. This study recommends strengthening cross-sector coordination and enhancing the capacity of field technical implementers.

Rebuilding Brand Awareness during Early-Stage B2B Rebranding: A Case Study of Formexa in the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Sector

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: In business-to-business manufacturing, brand awareness plays a vital role in supporting long-term relationship and strategic positioning. This Study investigates how brand communication strategy influences client brand awareness during the early stage if a rebranding process. The case focuses on Formexa, a precision manufacturing company in Indonesia that rebranded from its former identity, Altro, in mid-2024. Despite internal alignment on the new brand direction, external findings revealed a decline in retained clients and weak awareness among long-standing clients in the pharmaceutical sector. Using a qualitative single case study design, data were collected through semi-structured interviews with internal stakeholders and clients from pharmaceutical firms such as PT PHMR, PT OTP, and PT IFN. Thematic analysis revealed that communication during the transition lacked consistency, failed to engage client in the early stage of the buyer journey, and relied heavily on informal channels such as exhibitions or verbal updates by sales teams. These gaps led to limited brand recognition and minimal brand recall, particularly among key retained clients. The study concludes that structured and consistent communication, delivered across multiple touchpoints, is essential to rebuild awareness and retain brand trust in post-rebranding B2B environments. Thus, research contributes to the B2B branding literature by highlighting how communication strategy acts as a key determinant of awareness during identity transformation in manufacturing firm.

Cultural Clash in Work Ethics and Communication Style: A Case Study in Japanese Based Manufacturing Company in Indonesia

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Cultural differences in values, norms, and language represent a significant challenge for Indonesian employees working in multinational companies. These disparities often give rise to misunderstandings and tensions between local staff and foreign expatriates. This paper seeks to explore the cultural friction specifically between Japanese and Indonesian work cultures, aiming to help organizations cultivate a more inclusive environment and minimize the risk of future conflicts. This research employs a qualitative approach, utilizing in-depth interviews with both Indonesian employees and Japanese expatriates at a Japanese based manufacturing company in Indonesia. The major findings are the differences in work ethics between Indonesian workers and Japanese expatriates lie in their perceptions of the importance of work, appreciation of time, and future orientation. In term of communication there are different style of communication between Indonesian employees, who are typically place strong emphasis on interpersonal relationships, while Japanese Expatriates focused on work-related-communication. Another prominent distinction lies in communication structure: Japanese expatriates prefer two-way, structured, and consensus-oriented communication, while Indonesian employees typically engage in casual and flexible communication styles.

The Relationship Between Diet and Cholesterol Levels Among Farmers in Ulubelu District, Tanggamus Regency, Lampung Province

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Cardiovascular disease (CVD) in farming populations is a health concern that can reduce productivity in the agricultural sector. Some of the factors that determine the risk of developing CVD are diet and cholesterol levels. This study aimed to identify early CVD risk in coffee farmers in Ulubelu district, Tanggamus Regency, Lampung Province by analysing the relationship between diet and cholesterol levels. This study used a cross-sectional design with quantitative analysis and was conducted in February-March 2025 with a total sample of 92 people obtained by purposive sampling technique. Dietary data were collected using the Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) and cholesterol levels were measured using the Easy Touch GCU Meter device. Data were analysed using chi-square test on IBM SPSS Statistics 20 software. The results showed that 53.3% of the farmers were <50 years old, 37% had grade 1 hypertension, the majority had a normal BMI (82.6%), were active smokers (71.7%) and had a high level of physical activity (88%). Assessment of diet and cholesterol levels revealed 49 individuals (53.3 %) with poor diet and 49 individuals (53.3 %) with high cholesterol. The Chi-square test showed that there was no relationship between diet and cholesterol levels (p-value 1.000 OR = 0.983 95% CI 0.433 – 2.234).

The Impact of RADEC Learning Model on Mathematical Communication Ability: An Experimental Study on High School Students in Palu City

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The low mathematics learning outcomes of high school students in Palu City are caused by the weak mathematical communication skills of high school students. Therefore, a learning model is needed that can improve students’ mathematical communication skills. The RADEC learning model was chosen to be implemented in mathematics learning in the classroom. This research method is a quasi-experimental method with an intact group comparison design. The population of the study was all grade X high school students in Palu City, totaling 3656 students, while the sample was 186 students in the experimental class and 186 students in the control class. Sampling used a purposive random sampling technique. The instruments used were initial ability tests and mathematical communication ability tests. Data were analyzed using t-test statistics and two-way ANOVA test statistics. The results showed that the RADEC learning model had a higher impact on the mathematical communication skills of high school students in Palu City, with a significance level of p = 0.000. The average score of mathematical communication skills of students who follow the RADEC learning model is 76.70 on a scale of 0-100, while participants who follow Direct Instruction are 62.35. The RADEC learning model does not provide different impacts based on students’ initial abilities, so this model can be implemented in classes with heterogeneity in students’ initial abilities.

Fostering Auditory English Proficiency through Cinematic Exposure

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Students want to foster Listening in English, there are various efforts that are often made. In this context, one technique that can be applied to determine students’ listening skills is through English Cinemas. This method leads students to fun learning. Not only watching a cinema but also being able to know how to pronounce a sentence delivered directly by a native speaker (Native Speaker).

This study uses a pre-experimental design with pre- and post-testing. The Pre-test, treatment, and Post-test are all completed by the students. Students in second grade at Junior High School 8 Parepare for the 2022–2023 academic year make up the population of this study. Students in class VIII.1, which included 22 students, served as the study’s subjects.

The study’s findings showed that the mean post-test score for students was higher than the mean pre-test score for students, which was 40.00, at 78.18. For significant levels (α = 0.05), and (df = 21), as well as the T-table value = 1.721, while the T-test = 6.85. In other words, the T-test value (6.85 > 1.721) is higher than the T-table value. So, there is a significant difference between the T-test scores and the T-table scores after being treated using English Cinemas to foster students’ listening skills.

Effect of Variability of Water Supply During 20 Days Before Harvest on the Morphological Characteristic of Red Elephant Grass (Pennisetum purpureum cv. Red)

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This study aimed to determine the effects of different watering intervals, amount of water, and their interactions during the 20 days before harvest on the morphological characteristics of Red Elephant Grass (Pennisetum purpureum cv. Red). This plant grows upright with thick stems and strong roots, and it can thrive in various soil conditions, including marginal soils, making it easy to find and widely cultivated (Ariyanto et al., 2020). The grass was propagated using stem cuttings planted in polybags and maintained accordingly. At 90 days of age, the plants were trimmed. The subsequent stage involved a maintenance period of 50 days to allow regrowth, followed by a 20-day treatment period. A factorial, completely randomized design (CRD) was used, and two factors were used. The first factor was watering interval (K): K1 – every 3 days, K2 – every 6 days, and K3 – every 9 days. The second factor was the amount of water (P): P1 – 4.61 L, P2 – 3.46 L, P3 – 2.30 L, and P4 – 1.15 L. The grass was harvested 70 days after trimming. Variables measured included plant height, number of leaves, tillers, and leaf-to-stem ratio. The data were analyzed using analysis of variance (ANOVA) followed by Duncan’s Multiple Range Test (DMRT). The results showed that watering every 9 days produced the tallest plants, while the highest number of leaves was observed with a 6-day watering interval. An adequate amount of water improved the leaf-to-stem ratio, indicating better forage quality. Conversely, the number of tillers did not show significant changes, likely because treatments were applied after the early growth phase. Overall, Red Elephant Grass was able to grow optimally with less frequent watering and the appropriate amount of water.

Innovating Architectural Service Offerings for SMEs: A Design Thinking Approach

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 Entering a highly dynamic and competitive future, architectural services are no longer confined to designing spaces or planning buildings. Architects possess multidisciplinary skills that can extend into strategic roles—particularly in supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and communities that increasingly require design-informed solutions to stay competitive in a rapidly shifting market. However, many architects are unaware of how to reposition or promote their extended capabilities beyond conventional design, often lacking insight into the market segments that would benefit most from these services. To address this gap, this study applies a Design Thinking methodology—centered on empathy to explore how architects can innovate their service offerings to better align with the needs of SMEs. By collecting qualitative data through semi-structured interviews with SME business owners in fashion and food-related sectors, the study identifies pain points, unmet visual and spatial needs, and opportunities for collaboration. Additionally, business model innovation is used to reframe the architect’s role from a traditional service provider to a strategic design consultant. Findings reveal that while SMEs seek impactful and functional spatial design, they rarely consider architects as partners in solving such challenges. This study contributes a strategic framework for repositioning architectural services as user-driven, business-enhancing solutions—opening new pathways for architects within the creative economy.

Biohydrogen – An Alternate Promising Future Energy Source

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In the global market, the demand for energy is increasing along with the increasing population. To meet the demands, the source of energy plays an important role in the development of a nation’s economic growth and development. But in the current situation due to depletion of fossil fuel sources, renewable energy acts as an alternate energy source with their own advantages and limitations. Even energy production technologies from various sources have to be cost-effective, sustainable, and efficient. Many studies emphasized hydrogen as the better feasible and alternative energy source produced even from biomass of food, agricultural wastes, fossil fuels, and even wastewater with a wide variety of applications. Hence this review mainly focused on hydrogen production by biological methods. Along with its proper storage and handling which plays an important role in acting as an efficient energy source for hydrogen fuel cells.  Among biological methods, processes like Photobiological, Fermentative, and Anaerobic digestion were used for the generation of Hydrogen obtained by recycling food waste, and agricultural wastes. Hence the researchers are aiming at various strategies to increase the yield of Biohydrogen, to reach the demands of energy across the globe.

Customer Lifetime Value (CLV) in SME Banking: Strategic Branding and Relationship Building

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Customer Lifetime Value (CLV) is a critical metric for understanding the long-term profitability of customer relationships in the banking sector, particularly for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). This study explores the role of CLV in enhancing brand loyalty, customer retention, and strategic growth for Septemberbank in the West Java region. By integrating branding theories, relationship trust models, and qualitative insights from Septemberbank’s internal and external stakeholders, this paper identifies key drivers that influence CLV and proposes actionable strategies for maximizing customer lifetime revenue. The research employs a qualitative descriptive approach, including semi-structured interviews with SME clients and internal banking personnel, alongside secondary data analysis. Findings highlight the importance of trust, personalized services, and structured referral programs in building long-term relationships with SME customers, thereby increasing their lifetime value to the bank.