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Proposed Business Strategy to Increase Profitability, Case Study: Majafreshindo Green Farm

This study examines the declining profitability of Majafresh Indo Green Farm, a leading hydroponic farming company in Majalengka, Indonesia. Using qualitative methods, the research identifies key issues, including a focus on operational repairs and insufficient marketing efforts, which have resulted in underutilized production capacity.

The study addresses these challenges using analytical tools such as SWOT, IE Matrix, and TOWS Matrix. These tools reveal strengths like expertise in hydroponic farming and sustainable practices and areas for improvement, such as limited marketing capabilities and reliance on a few large clients. Opportunities include government support, health-conscious market trends, and technological advancements, while threats involve rising costs and increased competition.

The proposed strategies focus on leveraging strengths in quality control and sustainability. These include diversifying the customer base, enhancing market penetration, and expanding product offerings through agri-tourism and educational programs. By adopting advanced technologies and securing government incentives, Majafresh can improve operational efficiency, broaden its market, and achieve sustainable growth.

This case study provides valuable insights for stakeholders in the sustainable agriculture sector.

Business Strategy for Clothing Brand in Indonesia

The growth of the fashion industry was able to contribute about 18.01%, or IDR 116 trillion. The fashion industry’s revenue is anticipated to reach $9.30 billion in 2022, according to recent data. By taking advantage of this chance, Good News is a Christian and Catholic spiritual clothing company. In Indonesia, Good News aims a market of 28.88 million Christians and Catholics. with 1,401,771 potential customers in Jakarta, where Good News is based. Three products were eventually released by Good News, but sales haven’t yet surpassed expectations. Additionally, based on the market potential previously mentioned, Good News sales are unable to reach the 1,401,771-person potential market in Jakarta as a whole.

Qualitative research techniques are used in this study. Owners of Good News businesses are interviewed for internal data sources. External sources can be found by reviewing published sources of information for pertinent political, governmental, legal, technological, and competitive trends and events. Before analyzing Good News’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats, the author first collects external business factors. The data is then converted into an IFE and EFE matrix, which can be used to determine rankings and weights. A matching IE matrix is created after the data analysis.

Good News The total weighted scores for the IFE matrix and EFE matrix are 2.54 and 2.86, respectively. The Hold and Maintain strategy fits the Good News based on the IE Matrix. Good News can change its strategy by working on product development and market penetration. Additionally, starting in January 2023, the author developed an implementation plan, timeline, and budget plan to track strategies to keep the business on course.