Abstract:This research investigates the impact of using online shopping applications on the welfare of traditional market traders in the Sungguminasa Traditional Market area. This study explores changes in business patterns, income,…
me, and living conditions of traditional market traders as a result of the penetration of online shopping applications. The research methods used include surveys, and interviews, to measure the extent to which online shopping applications influence their well-being. The results of this research provide valuable insight into economic and social changes in traditional markets due to continuously developing digital technology.
Abstract:This research departs from the fact that MSMEs are the pillars of economic growth to date, but their business growth is hampered by problems of weak control of strategic resources and limited market access. The general aim…
im of this research is to examine the development of a brick business competitiveness model. The research method uses a quantitative approach with an emphasis on explanatory research. The sample units are brick businesses located in Limbung Village, Bajeng District, Gowa Regency, totaling 65 businesses. Data collection used a survey with a questionnaire instrument using a Likert scale measurement. Respondents are asked to provide answers to closed statements. The respondents are brick business owners. The data analysis method in this research uses descriptive statistics to describe research variables and inferential statistics through PLS (Partial Least Square) analysis version of the WarpPLS 4.0 program. The results of the research analysis will be supported and deepened using a qualitative approach through in-depth interviews with several key informants and stakeholders.
Abstract:This study aims to explore the relationship between consumer-based brand equity and brand loyalty, with an emphasis on the mediating role of customer satisfaction in the specific context of the cake shop segment within the…
he restaurant industry. Employing Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) through LISREL, this research analyzes data collected from customers of Browcyl’s cake shops in Makassar. The model focuses on examining the impact of five dimensions of consumer-based brand equity on customer satisfaction and, subsequently, on brand loyalty. The results indicate that three out of the five dimensions of consumer-based brand equity significantly and positively influence customer satisfaction. In turn, customer satisfaction has a strong, positive impact on brand loyalty. This highlights the pivotal role of certain brand equity elements in enhancing customer satisfaction, which is a key driver of brand loyalty in the cake shop sector. The study offers valuable insights for practitioners in the restaurant industry, particularly in the cake shop sector. It suggests that focusing on specific aspects of brand equity can significantly improve customer satisfaction, leading to increased brand loyalty. This provides a strategic direction for cake shop owners and marketers to strengthen their brand equity in ways that resonate with their customers.
Abstract:Contemporary society's life is very dependent on entertainment. Some people choose to spend their free time in malls or shopping centers because of limited time and increasing busyness. One of these family entertainment…
centers is Timezone, which has outlets in several malls in Makassar city, such as Ratu Indah Mall, Panakkukang Mall, and Nipah Mall. And we focused our research on Timezone Mall Panakkukang. Timezone needs to improve itself to improve the quality of product so that customers are satisfied and can survive the competition. The research method used in this research is a quantitative method and distributes surveys to Timezone customers. The type of data used is primary data. This research used a non-purposive sample, with a sample size of 50 people. To test survey data for validity and effectiveness using SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) using multiple linear regression. From the results of multiple linear regression it means that variables X1 (product quality) and X2 (product price) have no effect on variable Y (customer satisfaction timezone).
Abstract:Human resource management (HRM) in the hospitality industry is a key element to achieving success and providing quality service to guests. HR management covers various aspects, including career planning, development, training,…
ining, compensation, and performance appraisal. This research uses a qualitative approach in a descriptive research type to understand the important role of HR in the hospitality industry. Career planning and employee development help motivate and maintain employee morale, while ensuring placements that match their competencies and goals. Fair and sustainable compensation is an important factor in maintaining employee satisfaction and motivating them to perform. Performance appraisals help identify employees' strengths and weaknesses and provide the necessary feedback for improvement. In the competitive hospitality industry, effective HR management is the key to success in delivering superior service and achieving long-term business goals. This research provides insight into the importance of HR management in the hospitality industry in the digital era.
Abstract:Water is a very important natural resource for help to survive. Water perpendicularoma on providing has impacts. Unwise overuse of water resources you are horrified can jeopardize their sustainability. The objective of this…
his study is to estimate the economic value of spring water utilization in Rangomari village. The method used is Willingness to Pay (WTP) Analysis using Conditional Valuation Method (CVM). As a result, the average I WTP is IDR 5,788.46 per month and the total IWTP is IDR 5,788.46 per month. 1,724,961.54 per month. The annual economic value of this urinary tract in Rangomali village is IDR 20,699,538.5. Governments are expected to implement payment of environmental services for water use and modernization of source management.
Abstract:This study aims to determine the impact of COVID-19 on the profitability of manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. This sample was taken from manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock…
Exchange (IDX) which can be accessed via the website (www.idx.co.id), the research sample was selected using the purposive sampling method of 22 manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesian stock exchange for the 2019-2021 period. The type of data used in this research is quantitative data obtained from financial reports that have been audited and published by manufacturing companies listed on the 2019-2021 Indonesian Stock Exchange. Data collection is done by using Documentation technique. In this research, the data source used is secondary data. The analytical methods used in this study include: Using Descriptive Statistical Tests and Difference Tests (Paired Sample T-Test)
The results of this study indicate that it is concluded that the COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the profitability of manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. NPM, ROA, and ROE underwent significant changes after the pandemic, indicating a decrease or increase in the financial performance of these companies. These results indicate the need for companies to adapt their business strategy and financial management to face the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic in order to ensure the continuity and profitability of the company in the future.
Abstract:As it expands, modern retailing must always be able to adapt to the lifestyle trends in society and understand the aspects that influence consumers' shopping behavior by implementing a unique store concept. Shopping has…
become a habit for some people, including women, who are becoming more numerous and financially empowered. This research was conducted to test and analyze the effect of shopping lifestyle and in-store displays on impulse buying among female consumers who use and buy branded fashion products at the UNIQLO store in Makassar City. The research sample consisted of 100 respondents using a non-probability sampling technique with a purposive method. The data collection method used was a questionnaire with a Likert scale. The data analysis method used was multiple linear regression analysis, which was processed using SPSS version 25. The results showed that shopping lifestyle had a significant effect on impulse buying and in-store displays had a significant effect on impulse buying.
Abstract:The primary objective of this research is to examine and assess the impact of work dicipline and organizational commitment on employee performance. In an endeavor to enhance individual and group employee performance, specific…
cific standards of responsibility have been instituted for each individual in the execution of their duties. Typically, employees exhibiting a high level of competence in their roles suggest that their success in the work environment has been optimized. Consequently, this study was conducted to elucidate the interrelations between work motivation, job satisfaction, organizational commitment, and employee performance within the context of the Regional Drinking Water Company of Makassar City (PDAM Makassar City).The research involved the collection of data from 107 employees of the Makassar City Regional Drinking Water Company to empirically test the proposed research model, utilizing WarpPLS 7.0 modeling software. The findings of the study reveal that there is a statistically significant influence of organizational commitment and work discipline, both individually and collectively, on job satisfaction and employee performance. Additionally, a discernible impact of job satisfaction on employee performance was identified, and an indirect influence of organizational commitment and work discipline variables on performance was observed through their impact on job satisfaction
Abstract:Advances in technology such as the presence of social media require companies to be able to adjust in carrying out their activities such as marketing using influencer marketing. This study aims to determine the effect of…
influencer marketing on purchasing decisions for the Makassar branch of Chaca Burgo. This research uses qualitative methods by conducting observations, questionnaires, and interviews. Data were analyzed using a simple linear regression analysis method that used SPSS data processing results to prove the hypothesis. The results showed that the influencer marketing variable had a positive and significant effect on the purchasing decision variable. So that the better influencer marketing is in carrying out promotions, the purchasing decisions by consumers will increase.