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Determinants of Net Interest Margin in Indonesian Conventional Banks: Evidence from 2020–2024

Zannah, Cindy, Parlina, Nurhana Dhea
Abstract: This study aims to analyze the effect of Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR), Non Performing Loan (NPL), and Operating Expenses to Operating Income (BOPO) on Net Interest Margin (NIM) in conventional banks listed on the Indonesia… ia Stock Exchange during the 2020-2024 period. This study uses a quantitative approach with an associative research design. The sample was selected using purposive sampling and consisted of 11 conventional banks, resulting in 55 firm-year observations. The data were obtained from annual financial reports, official publications, and relevant banking sources. The data were analyzed using multiple linear regression with IBM SPSS Statistics 25, while the Cochrane-Orcutt method was applied to correct positive autocorrelation in the final model. The results show that CAR has a positive and significant effect on NIM, while NPL and BOPO have negative but insignificant effects on NIM. Simultaneously, CAR, NPL, and BOPO have a significant effect on NIM. The adjusted R-square value of 0.099 indicates that the independent variables explain 9.9% of the variation in NIM. These findings imply that capital adequacy remains an important internal factor in maintaining net interest margins, while credit risk control and operational efficiency should continue to be improved.

Optimizing the Service Profit Chain Model by Enhancing Job Satisfaction to Improve Customer Oriented Employee Performance at PDAM Kota Balikpapan

Supriadi, Soesilowati, Etty, Dwiputri, Inayati Nuraini
Abstract: Clean water services are a basic need for the community, so optimizing the performance of regional drinking water companies (PDAM) is crucial to improve customer satisfaction. However, the main challenge faced by PDAM Balikpapan… likpapan City is low customer satisfaction due to suboptimal service quality, which is largely influenced by employee performance. This study aims to analyze the effect of internal service quality on employee job satisfaction and customer-oriented performance, and to examine the mediating role of job satisfaction at PDAM Perumda Tirta Manuntung in Balikpapan City. This study is motivated by the importance of improving the quality of public services in the clean water utility sector, which requires organizations to be able to create an effective internal service system to support the quality of services provided to the community. This study uses an explanatory approach. Quantitative data were collected through questionnaires distributed to 196 employees, selected using the Slovin formula, while qualitative data were obtained through in-depth interviews and field observations. Data analysis used Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) to examine the relationship between variables. The results show that internal service quality has a positive and significant influence on employee job satisfaction and customer-oriented performance. Job satisfaction was also found to have a positive and significant influence on customer-oriented employee performance. Furthermore, job satisfaction mediated the relationship between internal service quality and customer-oriented employee performance. These findings strengthen the relevance of the Service-Profit Chain Model in the context of public service organizations, particularly regional water utilities. This study provides theoretical contributions through the development of the Service-Profit Chain Model in the public utility sector, as well as practical contributions for PDAM management in formulating strategies to continuously improve internal service quality, job satisfaction, and customer service quality.

The Role of Service Innovation and Service Quality in Improving Customer Satisfaction

Firmansyah, Destya Salsabila, Firmansyah, Yayan
Abstract: This research had the objective to determine the impact of innovation on service and service quality on customer satisfaction at the Baleendah Customer Service Unit of PT PLN (Persero). A causal quantitative method was employed.… mployed. A sample of 125 respondents, all of whom had experienced service innovation, was selected for this study. The analysis was conducted using SmartPLS software, employing validity, reliability, and hypothesis tests to examine the data. The findings of this research indicate that the service innovation variable has a significant direct impact on the expected variable with a value of 0.036. Additionally, both service innovation and service quality significantly influence the customer satisfaction variable at the Baleendah Customer Service Unit of PT PLN (Persero), with an indirect effect of 0.173.

The Role of Tax Literacy in The 12% Vat Rate and Lifestyle on Purchasing Decisions

Nursasi, Enggar, Munfaqiroh, Siti
Abstract: This study examines the effects of the VAT rate increase and lifestyle on purchasing decisions among consumers in the Malang area, with tax literacy as a moderating variable. An explanatory quantitative design was applied… d using PLS-SEM (SmartPLS 4.0) with 81 respondents selected through purposive sampling. The results indicate that VAT rate increase (β = 0.537; p = 0.000) and lifestyle (β = 0.285; p = 0.024) each have a significant positive effect on purchasing decisions. Tax literacy does not directly affect purchasing decisions (β = 0.066; p = 0.465), but functions as a significant moderator: it strengthens the effect of the VAT rate increase (β = 0.309; p = 0.037) while weakening the effect of lifestyle (β = −0.337; p = 0.031). These findings suggest that tax literacy may shift the basis of consumer decision-making toward a more rational-fiscal orientation, offering preliminary evidence for the value of tax education programs that address everyday consumption contexts

Employee Adaptation To Artificial Intelligence In The Workplace: A Phenomenological Study In South Sulawesi Companies

Dipoatmodjo, Tenri Sayu Puspitaningsih, Burhanuddin, Arif, Hery Maulana
Abstract: The rapid integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into organizational systems has transformed workplace dynamics, employee responsibilities, and patterns of human labor. Although AI implementation improves operational… l efficiency and productivity, it also creates psychological and professional challenges for employees adapting to technological change. This study aims to explore the lived experiences, emotional responses, and adaptation strategies of employees in South Sulawesi companies undergoing AI-driven digital transformation. This research employed a qualitative phenomenological approach. Data were collected through in-depth semi-structured interviews with 20 participants from the banking, manufacturing, retail, technology, and service sectors in South Sulawesi, Indonesia. Participants were selected using purposive sampling based on direct exposure to AI systems and a minimum of 1.5 years of work experience. The data were analyzed using thematic analysis to identify recurring patterns and meanings related to employee adaptation. The findings revealed six major themes: AI as a tool for improving efficiency and productivity, fear of job displacement and career uncertainty, the importance of continuous learning and digital skill development, the role of organizational support and leadership communication, the emergence of human–AI collaboration, and varied psychological responses to technological change. Employees who received organizational support and training demonstrated greater adaptability and confidence in responding to AI implementation. The study emphasizes the importance of human-centered change management strategies that prioritize psychological safety, transparent communication, and continuous digital training. This research contributes to the limited phenomenological literature on AI adaptation in Indonesia and provides practical implications for human resource management and organizational behavior in the era of digital transformation.

Consumer Trust In Influencer-Based Digital Marketing: A Qualitative Study Among Beauty Product Consumers In Makassar City

Riu, Isma Azis, Radjab, Irsan, Arif, Hery Maulana, Haeruddin, M. Ilham Wardhana, Aswar, Nurul Fadilah
Abstract: Influencer marketing has emerged as a dominant strategy within the digital marketing landscape, particularly in the Indonesian beauty industry. This study investigates how consumers in Makassar City develop and sustain trust… rust in influencer-based marketing content on social media platforms. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach, in-depth semi-structured interviews were conducted with 20 purposively selected participants who actively consume beauty content on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis encompassing open coding, axial coding, and selective coding procedures. The findings reveal five core themes: (1) authenticity as the primary driver of trust formation; (2) the negative impact of excessive commercialization on perceived credibility; (3) the role of influencer expertise and product knowledge in legitimizing recommendations; (4) parasocial relationships as amplifiers of emotional attachment and brand loyalty; and (5) consumer skepticism as an emerging critical evaluation strategy. The study demonstrates that trust remains the central mediating variable linking influencer characteristics to purchase intentions. Consumers exhibit nuanced evaluation behaviors, distinguishing between genuine advocacy and sponsored content. The research contributes theoretically by integrating Source Credibility Theory, Parasocial Interaction Theory, and the Trust-Commitment Theory within the influencer marketing context. Managerially, the findings suggest that brands should prioritize authentic, transparent, and expertise-driven influencer collaborations rather than high-volume promotional campaigns.

Analysis Of The Influence Of Product Quality And Promotion & Reward Programs On Customer Loyalty Through Customer Satisfaction In Gold Savings Customers At BSI

Diana, Ayu Sukma Arsy, Soetjipto, Budi Eko, Churiyah, Madziatul
Abstract: This study aims to analyze the influence of product quality and promotion and reward programs on customer loyalty through customer satisfaction in gold savings customers at Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) using the Systematic… ic Literature Review (SLR) approach combined with bibliometric analysis. This study examines scientific articles published in the 2020–2025 range from various reputable databases such as Scopus, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar. The literature selection process is carried out using the PRISMA method to ensure the quality and relevance of articles. A total of 75 selected articles were analyzed to identify patterns of relationships between variables, research trends, and existing research gaps. The results of the study show that product quality has a significant influence on customer satisfaction, especially through the aspects of security, transparency, and ease of access to gold savings products. In addition, promotional and reward programs have been proven to increase the perception of customer value which has a positive impact on satisfaction and loyalty. Bibliometric analysis reveals an increase in research trends related to customer loyalty in the Islamic banking sector, with a primary focus on digitizing customer services and experience. These findings strengthen the role of customer satisfaction as a crucial mediating variable in building customer loyalty. This research provides theoretical implications in the development of customer loyalty models in the Islamic financial sector as well as practical implications for BSI in designing marketing strategies and improving the quality of gold savings services.

The Effect of PJU Quality, Environmental Security, Infrastructure Accessibility On Income Through Digital Innovation of MSMes in Balikpapan

Yusri, Soesilowati, Etty, Sumarsono, Hadi
Abstract: This study aims to analyze the effect of Public Street Lighting (PSL) Quality, Environmental Safety, and Infrastructure Accessibility on MSME Income through Digital Innovation in Balikpapan City. A quantitative approach… with an explanatory research method was used on a sample of 100 MSME actors selected using purposive sampling. The data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling based on Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS). The results of the study prove that Digital Innovation plays a significant mediating role. The quality of PJU, Environmental Safety, and Infrastructure Accessibility have a positive and significant effect on Digital Innovation, which in turn directly increases MSME Income. These findings underscore that improvements in physical infrastructure and environmental safety create an ecosystem conducive to the adoption of digital technology by MSMEs, which is a major catalyst for improving their economic performance. The implications of this study suggest the need for integrated policies that combine the development of smart public infrastructure (smart street lighting) with digital literacy and access programs for MSMEs in order to promote inclusive and sustainable local economic growth

The Effect of Trust, Income, and Life Style on Fashion Purchase Decisions Using Paylater Among Accounting Students at UPN “Veteran” East Java

Nanda Evita Ramadhani, Sri Trisnaningsih
Abstract: This study aims to examine and analyze the effect of trust, income, and life style on fashion purchase decisions using paylater among Accounting students at UPN “Veteran” East Java. The background of this research is based… based on the rapid development of financial technology and e-commerce, which has influenced consumer behavior, particularly among university students, including their purchasing decisions for fashion products through paylater services. This phenomenon highlights the importance of understanding the factors that influence consumers’ decisions to use paylater services. This research employs a quantitative approach using primary data collected through a questionnaire distributed via Google Form. The sample consists of 72 respondents selected using a random sampling method. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS to test the relationships between variables. The results show that trust, income, and life style have a positive and significant effect on fashion purchase decisions using paylater. These findings are consistent with the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB), which states that consumer behavior is influenced by attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control.

AI-Driven Technological Disruption, Digital Literacy, and Alumni Employability: A Quantitative Study of University Graduate

Ramadhana, Muhammad Raja Muda, Amri, Khairul, Novinda, MHD Yavishan
Abstract: Introduction: The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation has created both challenges and opportunities for graduate employability, making digital literacy increasingly important in the… he labor market. This study aims to analyze the effect of AI technological disruption and digital literacy on the employability of FEBI UIN Ar-Raniry alumni. Methods: This research employs a descriptive quantitative approach involving 138 alumni selected through snowball sampling. Data were analyzed using validity and reliability tests, classical assumption tests, multiple linear regression, and hypothesis testing (t-test, F-test, and coefficient of determination) using RStudio. Result: The findings demonstrate that AI technological disruption and digital literacy have a significant positive effect on employability, both individually and simultaneously.