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Performance Evaluation of Service Quality Implementation by Exhibition Manufacturers Based on Data Envelopment Analysis
Authors: Chang Wan Yu
Published: January 2025

In recent years, the convention and exhibition industry has garnered global attention and is experiencing rapid growth. Concurrently, the Asian convention and exhibition market is expanding at an impressive rate, growing twice as fast as its European and American counterparts. This remarkable growth highlights the significant potential of the Asian market. As competition in the exhibition industry intensifies, maintaining high quality has become a crucial differentiator. In this era where service and quality are paramount, understanding the aspects of service quality that customers truly value has become a key trend. Consequently, this study focuses on evaluating the service quality of exhibition manufacturers’ effectiveness evaluation. This research targets Taiwanese convention and exhibition manufacturers, evaluating a total of 12 decision-making units (DMUs). The findings are as follows: 1. The service quality efficiency of one DMU was found to be exceptionally strong. Four DMUs exhibited service quality efficiency ranging between 0.9 and 1, while the remaining seven DMUs had efficiency values below 0.9. 2. The study also analyzes the variables contributing to these differences, offering directions for improvement by addressing areas of both overinvestment and underinvestment. By reducing investment in overfunded projects and increasing investment in underfunded ones, the industry can enhance both service quality and efficiency. Based on these results, recommendations are made to assist exhibition manufacturers in organizing professional events, providing a reference for exhibition organizers. These improvements aim to establish a strong reputation and attract more consumers to future exhibitions.
Navigating Inclusive Waters: Blockchain-Based Insurance Services for Indonesian Fisherfolk through Multi-Stakeholder Approach
Authors: Ardelia Atha Ulima , Fangasadha Carissa Felicia , Muljo Hery Harjono
Published: January 2025

Fishermen often encounter occupational hazards and equipment damage in their pursuit of a marine bounty. To address these risks, the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) collaborated with Jaminan Asuransi Indonesia (Jasindo) to provide Fishermen Insurance Premium Assistance (BPAN). However, the unequal distribution of insurance and fishermen's limited understanding of risk protection have hindered the widespread enrollment in BPAN. Thus, an inclusive program is needed to increase the number of registered fishermen to insurance and manifest an effective insurance service process. This qualitative descriptive study seeks to grasp the phenomenon of inadequate insurance distribution among fishermen in Indonesia. Data is gathered through documentary and literature reviews. The proposed solution is Netfisher, an inclusive blockchain-based insurance service program tailored for fishermen. Blockchain technology can integrate large volumes of data and decentralize it, minimizing the likelihood of fraud occurrences. Under this program, KKP will collaborate with Jasindo to expand insurance coverage, utilize Microsoft Azure for blockchain adoption, and collaborate with relevant stakeholders to deter fraud. Premium payments and claims distribution will be facilitated through mobile banking. As a result, the distribution of fishermen's insurance will be more equitable, safeguarding fishermen's economic well-being and expediting progress towards Sustainable Development Goals 8.
How Does Customer Online Behavior Influence Community Satisfaction?
Authors: Huang Travis K , Lin Sheng-Wei , Lin Kuan-Yu , Wang Yi-Ting
Published: January 2025

This study examines the effects of user participation in brand communities on social networking sites. First, the concept of customer value cocreation behavior is introduced to observe user participation. Through the lens of customer value cocreation behavior, the study proposes two types of user participation, customer citizenship behavior (CCB) and customer participation behavior (CPB), which are operationalized as two second-order constructs in the study. In addition, two antecedents of CCB and CPB, namely, community identification and narcissism, are included in the research model with the purpose of encouraging customer value cocreation behavior. The results, based on data collected from 324 customers who are followers of a smartphone brand’s Facebook page, indicate that community identification is likely to significantly affect both CCB and CPB, which in turn foster community satisfaction. Surprisingly, while narcissism is found to have a direct effect on CCB, the relationship between narcissism and CPB is not supported.
Transformation Digital Supply Chain Management in Agriculture: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: Wajdah Risna Rahmatul , Nurmalina Rita
Published: January 2025

Regardless of the times that are increasingly growing and developing. The transformation of farming activities also needs to be adjusted. What is usually called digital transformation combined with supply chain management. This paper aims to look at recent knowledge trends and development strategies in supply chain activities in agriculture. The writing method uses Systematic Literature Review (SLR), bibliometric analysis, and crucial route main path analysis . The results of this research show that there is an emerging knowledge trend regarding digital transformation in agriculture. Hopefully, this research can become a reference for scholars, academics and agribusiness practitioners in developing agriculture in Indonesia as a form of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030, one of which is alleviating poverty among farmers. Then, it can become a recommendation and evaluation for all marketing channels in the management supply chain, especially farmers and companies and become a reference for the government in determining policies that lead to farmer welfare.
Green Transformational Leadership in Improving In-Role and Extra-Role Performance: Green Human Resource Management as Mediation
Authors: Harisinta Tony
Published: January 2025

Sustainability and environmental responsibility are becoming increasingly important in public-sector organizations, especially for government offices in the districts. Although large corporations have been the focus of much research on sustainability practices on environmental responsibility, governance offices play an important role in the environmental impact of their activities. This research aims to explain the role of green human resource management in mediating the relationship between green transformative leadership behavior in improving performance within and outside the role that environmentally friendly staff. Using 97 civil government officials as samples, the study tested the hypothesis with the boostraping method on smartPLS version 4, as well as the size effect mediation with upsilon (v) statistics. The findings indicate that GHRM is able to mediate the relationship between GTL and IRGP and also between GTL and ERGP. These results prove that G HRM is capable of being a partial mediator in this study. The limitations and recommendations for further research are described in this article.
Change Management: Multi-Partnership Collaboration to Green-Socio-Entrepreneurship in the Elephant Wong River Area in DIY
Authors: Wahyuni Purbudi , Warsiki A.Y.N , Paripurna Eko Teguh , Prasetya Johan Danu , Riandani Susana Prisila , Wahyudyaningrum Dinda Novita
Published: January 2025

This research aim For know condition of the river area after the 2006 earthquake in Yogyakarta, especially in the area Gajah Wong river, from seedy become a green area, through socio- entrepreneurship approach supported the existence of multi-collaborative partnerships initiave alignment and integrated left condition environment edge the river is getting bigger seedy. They building semi- permanent homes that narrow down wide river, mining illegal sand and logging trees, even For sufficient need life they scavenging and raising livestock including goats, pigs, cows, geese and so on. Everyone cooperates party must put forward benefit all party especially for inhabitant affected must There is solution, one of them with approach green socio- entrepreneurship, that is finish issue social benefits Can enjoyed by all party or the result give contribution positive to public surroundings / community wide with outlook environment green. One of them happened in the Bendung area Lepen, Sunagi Gajah Wong, DIY. Efforts made by the Government and the Council make wisdom with issued a Decree/SK for slum areas. The existence of this decree is for entrepreneurs Can involved in arrangement areas, including in the river area. Through Irrigation Movement Clean from Yogyakarta to Indonesia, channel irrigation For keep fish direct without karamba, Inhabitant organized and guided For selling in this area with implement Gandheng Gendhong.
The Role of Consumer Satisfaction in Mediating the Effect of Service Quality on Souvenir Antik Kapuas Consumer Loyalty in Central Kalimantan Province, Indonesia
Authors: Aryawan Aryawan
Published: January 2025

This study was conducted in the field of marketing management with the objective of enhancing consumer loyalty by focusing on consumer satisfaction as a mediator. The research examines the direct and indirect effects of service quality on consumer loyalty, taking into account customer satisfaction as an intervening factor. A quantitative research approach was employed, and the target population and sample consisted of customers or individuals who had made purchases at Souvenir Antik in Dahirang Kapuas City, Central Borneo-Indonesia. The study included 100 respondents who were customers of Souvenir antik. The results indicate that service quality has a positive and significant impact on customer satisfaction. Furthermore, service quality also has a positive and significant influence on consumer loyalty. It was also found that consumer satisfaction has a positive and significant influence on consumer loyalty. The findings demonstrate that service quality positively and significantly affects customer loyalty through customer satisfaction. In future research, it would be beneficial to include market orientation as an additional variable to further expand the scope of the study.
The Impact of Cultural Differences on Leadership Styles: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: Agustina Tri Siwi , Musthofa Zainul
Published: January 2025

This study synthesizes the findings from a systematic literature review of 58 articles which then was curated into 18 articles, focusing on the relationship between personality traits and leadership effectiveness across different cultural contexts. The study aimed to explore how cultural differences influence the impact of personality traits on leadership outcomes. The literature review revealed that certain personality traits, such as extraversion, conscientiousness, and openness to experience, are generally associated with effective leadership across cultures. However, cultural differences can significantly impact how these traits are perceived and valued in leaders. The study also highlighted the importance of considering cultural dimensions such as performance orientation, assertiveness, future orientation, humane orientation, institutional collectivism, in-group collectivism, gender egalitarianism, power distance, and uncertainty avoidance in understanding leadership effectiveness across cultures. The GLOBE study, which examined leadership across 62 cultures, found that certain leadership styles, such as charismatic and group-oriented leadership, were generally effective across cultures, while others, like self-protective leadership, were less effective.Furthermore, the review emphasized the role of cultural variations in leadership styles, with different cultural clusters having distinct preferences for leadership communication styles. For example, the Middle Eastern cluster preferred a more traditional leadership profile that included attributes such as familial, humble, faithful, self-protective, and considerate. In conclusion, the study underscores the complex interplay between personality traits and cultural differences in shaping leadership effectiveness. Understanding these cultural variations is crucial for developing effective leadership strategies that can be applied globally.
Reshaping of Global Shipping Dynamics: Implications for Strategic Resilience Capabilities, Marketing Capabilities, Supply Chain Orientation Capabilities and Port Competitiveness in Indonesia
Authors: Rumaji Rumaji
Published: January 2025

The phenomenon of dynamic maritime environment have affected port business and it is substantially changing the business environment in which large-scale container trade growth is being facilitated. In this paper will illustrate the dynamic features of port users, discuss the port competition strategy and analyse the marketing strategic for port business under transformation phases. Using qualitative methods using case studies through a literature review and empirical evidence to prove, deepen and expand the results of the study. In this article, we develop and examine the implication such marketing capabilities approach to the effectiveness of the marketing strategies and strategic resilience capabilities to determine sustainable competitive performance. Based on a discussion among with its managements, this paper could prove a conceptual framework in which strategic resilience capabilities and supply chain orientation capabilities have a profound impact on the company’s sustainable competitive performance.
Relationship between Leadership Cultural Characteristics and Job Performance in Military Units
Authors: Wei Nai-Chieh , Hsieh Po-Husan , Liu Shu-Fen , Tsao Kuei-Fen , Pan Ming-Sie
Published: January 2025

Leadership has always been a topic of discussion, and for the Volunteer Soldiers, the way of doing things vary from unit to unit due to the different styles of leadership. Scholars began to study leadership theories in the 1930s, starting with "trait theory", followed by "behavioral theory", "contingency theory", and more recently, a new type of leadership theory in the late 1970s (Bryman, 1993). The transformational leadership theory of the new leadership theory covers the characteristics, behaviors, and contexts of the previous theories, and provides leaders with concepts and measurement tools that they can follow. Domestic and international academic research has confirmed the strong correlation between transformational leadership and job satisfaction, motivation, and performance (Bass, 1985; Yukl, 1989). Therefore, the purpose of this study is to investigate what leadership styles volunteer noncommissioned officers use to lead their teams to achieve their performance goals and the correlation with job performance.
Unveiling How Internal Control Foster Sustainable Green Innovation Ecosystem: Mediating Role of Environment Management Accounting Data Analytics
Authors: Pham Quang Huy , Vu Kien Phuc
Published: January 2025

This study constructs and validates a theoretical framework that focuses on the correlation between internal control systems (ICS) and the sustainable green innovation ecosystem (SGIE). Furthermore, it aims to investigate the role of environmental management accounting data analytics (EMADA) as a mediator in the relationship between ICS and SGIE. The current study utilized a methodological approach consisting of three components namely a literature review, expert interviews, and a self-administered survey. The study used structural equation modeling to analyze the proposed model, which was constructed using statistical data gathered from a cross-sectional survey of 583 accountants working in public sector organizations (PSOs). The acquired observations underscored the interdependence and mutual reinforcement of the proposed dimensions. These observations provided guidance for PSO leaders to recognize and take advantage of chances to enhance their effectiveness in the green innovation implementation journey. They also helped in developing strong strategies to efficiently steer their digital transformation process. The work's detailed findings were crucial in enabling policymakers to establish rules and regulations linked to digitalization and green innovation.
The Model of Stock Pricing Banking Sector on the Indonesia Stock Exchange during the Government of Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and Joko Widodo
Authors: Garnia Erna , Ratnawati R. Aryanti , Effendi Yulianty Latiffah , Lisaumi Siti Riyyan
Published: January 2025

Differences in macroeconomic conditions between the SBY and JKW government periods can significantly impact stock prices within the banking sector, especially when the economy experiences fluctuations, leading to increased stock price volatility. This research aims to assess the influence of various macroeconomic factors, including the Global index, macroeconomics, world oil prices, China index, Arab index, competitive resources, and inflation, on banking sector returns from October 2004 to October 2014. The analysis utilizes the arbitrage pricing theory, difference test, and mean absolute deviation. The study divides the analysis into high-return and low-return groups for each government period. Findings indicate that macroeconomic factors exert a simultaneous influence on return groups during both SBY and Jokowi's administrations. However, for JKW high returns, these factors do not significantly impact them. Specifically, the Global Index, China Index, Arab Index, Resource Competitiveness, and Inflation show a positive correlation with both high and low returns during SBY term. Conversely, during JKW tenure, only the Global Index and China Index exhibit positive effects on high and low returns. The difference test reveals disparities in the Arab index for high and low returns of SBY, while only the Global index displays differences for JKW. The variations in high returns between SBY and Jokowi stem from discrepancies in the Global and Arab indices, while no distinctions exist in low returns between the two administrations. Additionally, the mean absolute return values for high returns during JKW era demonstrate the smallest accuracy, indicating potential limitations in the predictive power of the model during this period.
The Analysis of Credit Application for SMEs using Business Process Improvement (BPI)
Authors: Ardan Muhammad Farrel , Auliandri Tuwanku Aria , Lestari Yetty Dwi
Published: January 2025

This study aims to identify the factors that hinder the MSME credit application process and provide recommendations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the credit application process. This study uses a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. In conducting the analysis, this study uses the Business Process Improvement (BPI) analysis method to analyze and improve the process. The results of the study show that there are 4 factors causing problems in the credit process, and in the process improvement analysis after streamlining and redesigning the process, there is a reduction of 17 activities and a total time of 67 hours or equivalent to 7 working days.
Volatility Spillover of Crude Palm Oil (CPO) Commodity between Spot and Futures Market in Indonesia
Authors: Gandhy Abel , Prasetyo Bayu Dwi , Wilistanti Mareta Gangsar
Published: January 2025

The development of trade globalization has led to the expansion of market interactions between countries, specifically for Crude Palm Oil (CPO) commodities. This study aims to determine the volatility of CPO prices between the Medan spot market and the futures market consisting of the Jakarta futures market, Malaysia futures market, and the Rotterdam forward market. The daily data on CPO prices in each market from January 2016 to December 2020. The data analysis method uses the GARCH model (1.1). The results showed a volatility transmission from the entire futures market to the Medan spot market. Thus, the CPO commodity futures market influences price volatility and the price formation process in the Medan spot market. Therefore, CPO commodity market players must be alert to the information occurring in the futures market to determine investment strategies.
Destination Branding and Government Role: A Case Study of the UNESCO Heritage Site “The Cosmological Axis of Yogyakarta”
Authors: Rachmawati Iva , Ardhanariswari Kartika Ayu , Hendaringrum Retno
Published: January 2025

UNESCO declared The Cosmological Axis of Yogyakarta as one of the world heritage sites of Indonesia on 18 September 2023. The establishment by UNESCO has consequences on the importance of Destination Branding The Cosmological Axis of Yogyakarta by stakeholders, in particular the local government, in supporting the preservation of sustainable culture and tourism. The purpose of the research is to learn the strategy of developing destination branding on the Yogyakarta Philosophy Axis to support the local government's preservation of cultural heritage. This research method is through in-depth interviews, observations, and Focus Group Discussion (FGD) with the Department of Culture (Dinas Kebudayaan/Kundha Kabudayan) in the Special Region of Yogyakarta, which is involved in the development of the philosophical axis area. The results of this research show that the government, especially the Department of Culture, has played an essential role in developing the destination branding strategy of The Cosmological Axis to improve the public's understanding of the values and efforts of preservation of cultural heritage. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Philosophy Axis has opportunities to increase tourist attractiveness based on cultural heritage. However, there are challenges, such as public awareness in preserving such cultural heritage, sustainable tourism, disaster mitigation, and the socio-cultural existence of communities around The Cosmological Axis of Yogyakarta.
Aligning School Teacher Training and Development with Vision to Improve the Quality of Education in a Rapidly-Changing Environment: A Case Study Az-Zahra Islamic School
Authors: Tawalbeh Mohanad Issa , Said Meldasari , Maladi Muhammad
Published: January 2025

This study investigated the need to align teacher training programs with the vision of AZ-Zahra Islamic School in the context of a rapidly changing educational landscape. Employing a qualitative research approach through interviews, group discussions, and observations, the study aimed to analyse teachers' competencies, training needs, and interests in professional development. The research involved three stages: 1) In-depth conversations with six diverse teachers, 2) Observation of teachers and students in natural classroom settings, and 3) Document Analysis (Examining training program materials, school vision statements, …etc). Interviews with selected teachers revealed a range of readiness levels, with some demonstrating a low level requiring significant support for professional development. The study emphasizes the importance of regulating training processes based on the school's vision and quality education standards. It proposes a framework for aligning teacher training with a school's vision through a continuous improvement cycle that incorporates needs assessment, individualized learning, active collaboration, essential competencies, and ongoing evaluation. By aligning training with the school's vision and addressing identified teacher needs, this research contributes to enhancing the overall quality of education at AZ-Zahra Islamic School and offers insights for similar institutions.
Influence of Organizational Image with Mediation Innovativeness on Service Performance (Case study on SAMSAT in Central Kalimantan)
Authors: Coven Robert
Published: January 2025

The Vehicle Registration and Licensing Office (SAMSAT) in Central Kalimantan Province plays a crucial role in generating significant revenue from motor vehicle taxes, amounting to 28.5% of the total local tax revenue. Therefore, research on the factors influencing the performance of SAMSAT services in Central Kalimantan Province is urgent to maintain or enhance the realization of motor vehicle tax revenue in the future. This study employs a quantitative approach using a questionnaire completed by 35 respondents and analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling Partial Least Square (SEM PLS) technique. The research findings indicate that organizational image has a significant positive relationship with innovativeness and service performance. However, when mediated by innovativeness, no significant relationship was found between organizational image and service performance. Meanwhile, innovativeness directly exhibits a significant positive relationship with service performance.
Financial Performance Analysis at Microfinance Institutions: Case Study at Regional Business Entities Bogor Regency
Authors: Noviar Yan , Hasrul Hasrul , Herman Herman
Published: January 2025

Regionally Business Entities (BUMD) are business entities whose capital is wholly or largely owned by the regional government, consisting of regional public companies and regional limited liability companies. Bogor Regency has several Regional Business Entities (BUMD) operating in various sectors, both strategic sectors that require regulation by the government, as well as commercial sectors that are not specifically regulated. Microfinance Institutions (LKM) are financial institutions established to provide business development and community empowerment services, either through loans or financing in micro-scale businesses to members and the community. PT Microfinance Institution (PT LKM) Bogor is a company originating from the Bogor District Credit Union (PD. PK), in accordance with applicable regulations and its legal form it has become PT LKM Bogor. PT LKM Bogor is located at Jalan KSR Dadi Kusmayadi No. 6B Ruko Citra Nusa, Kel. Tengah, Kec. Cibinong, Bogor Regency. The aim of this research is knowing the development of PT LKM's performance and the problems it is facing. The method for evaluating the performance of BUMD PT LKM Bogor was carried out based on the assessment of the health aspects of DIR Decree Number 30/SK/KEP/DIR dated 30 April 1997 concerning Procedures for Assessing the Health Level of Rural Banks and was guided by the Decree of the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Indonesia No. 826/KMK.013/1992. The aspects assessed in determining the level of company health include capital aspects, productive asset quality aspects, management aspects, profitability aspects and liquidity aspects. Based on the results and discussion above, the conclusions of this research are as follows: PT LKM's performance from 2018-2022 shows UNHEALTHY conditions. One of the reasons why PT LKM's health value is so small is because the quality of its productive assets, which have the greatest weight in determining the company's health level, has very little value.
Natural Silk Production Conditions in South Sulawesi Province
Authors: Ashar Nurul Magfirah
Published: January 2025

Natural silk activities are divided into the upstream level (mulberry cultivation and silkworm cultivation) and the downstream level (spinning, weaving, and marketing silk fabric). This study aims to determine the condition of natural silk in South Sulawesi Province. The data used is secondary data from 2017 to 2021. The secondary data used are national and world silk demand, mulberry plantation area, number of silkworm seed distribution, amount of cocoon production, amount of yarn production, and amount of silk fabric production. The data analysis used is a descriptive quantitative literature review. The results showed that the condition of natural silk produced by the amount from 2017 to 2021 fluctuated in value but tended to decrease which could affect the development and contribution of South Sulawesi silk to national silk.
Analysis of Factors Driving Farmers in Adopting Beef Cattle Business Insurance in South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia
Authors: Sirajuddin Sitti Nurani , Baba Syahdar , Islami Kurnia Nur
Published: January 2025

This research aimed to analyze the driving factors for farmers in adopting Cattle Business Insurance in Bone Regency, South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia. This research was carried out in October-December 2023 in Bone Regency. The population in this study was the number of breeders in Kahu District who persisted in adopting Cattle Business Insurance, 34 people, and the number of breeders who had participated in the Cattle Business Insurance program, 34 people, as well as the number of breeders who had never adopted Livestock Business Insurance at all. There were 34 cows, so the total number of respondents was 102 breeders. The data analysis used was the Delphi method and Factor Analysis tools. The results of the research show that the results of the final extraction of the driving factors for farmers in adopting AUTS found 6 variables that followed the analysis process to the end, namely: reducing farmers' concerns in raising livestock (X1), officers being agile in responding to farmers' complaints (X3), affordable premium costs (X5), breeders do not experience difficulties in the registration process (X6), as a risk transfer tool (X7), breeders feel they are given benefits and are grouped into two factors (X8).
Female The Role of Social Media Marketing, Brand Image, and Brand Trust to Purchase Decision in Customer: Focus on Solaria Restaurant in Jakarta and Kuala Lumpur
Authors: Nurbasari Anny , Karim Zulkifly Abdul , Machmud Amir , Wianto Elizabeth , Budiningsih Tatik , Raharjo Medy Syari Khalifah Anggari
Published: January 2025

This research aims to examine the influence of Social Media Marketing, Brand Image, and Brand Trust on Purchase Decisions of female customers at Solaria restaurants in Jakarta and Kuala Lumpur. A quantitative method with a causal-explanatory approach was employed in this study. The research sample consisted of 228 female consumers of Solaria restaurants selected purposively. Data were collected through questionnaires from February to March 2024. The data analysis method used in this research is Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) using SmartPLS 3.0 software. The analysis results indicate a significant influence of Social Media Marketing, Brand Image, and Brand Trust on Purchase Decisions. The practical implications suggest that Solaria can enhance their social media presence, strengthen brand image, and build customer trust to influence purchase decisions. For future researchers, it is recommended to explore moderating variables and continue research with longitudinal and qualitative approaches to deepen the understanding of consumer behavior dynamics.
Impact of Environmental Concern on Green Purchase Intention: The Role of Green Brand Knowledge
Authors: Mitariani Ni Wayan Eka , Gama Agus Wahyudi Salasa , Widnyani Ni Made
Published: January 2025

Public attention to environmentally friendly products is currently increasing. Consumers who care about environmental factors and long-term health will be selective in choosing the products they consume. they are more likely to buy environmentally friendly products. This research aims to determine the influence of environmental concern on environmentally friendly purchasing intentions and determine the mediating role of environmentally friendly brand knowledge. The analysis technique used in this research uses SEM-PLS. The number of samples in this research was 180 respondents. Data was collected using a questionnaire consisting of 28 question items. This research found that environmental concern and green brand knowledge directly influence green purchase intention. Environmental concerns can also indirectly influence green purchase intention through green brand knowledge.
Analysis of Predatory Pricing and Fixed Pricing in Business Dynamics in Indonesia
Authors: Marwa Muhammad Soffa , Rohida Leni
Published: January 2025

Predatory pricing is a pricing strategy in which a company lowers the price of its products to a level that may be detrimental to the company itself, with the aim of driving competitors out of the market. Fixed pricing reflects a company's commitment to keep the price of its products at a fixed level or within a certain range for a specified period of time. As competition and demand change, fixed pricing provides stability and consistency in product prices. This study aims (1) to find out the practice of predatory pricing in KPPU Decision Number 03/KPPU-L/2020, and to analyze the concept of approach used by the Business Competition Supervisory Commission Panel in its consideration of deciding fixed pricing cases in KPPU Decision Number 03/KPPU-I/2003. The method used in this research is qualitative. The data sources used in this research are as follows: a) Primary Legal Texts: Legal texts that are authoritative in nature. Judges' decisions, legislative requirements, and official court documents or minutes are some examples of fundamental materials. Based on the data collection and analysis process, this study can be concluded as follows: the importance of understanding competition practices and the use of appropriate approaches in case analysis is emphasized. Predatory pricing practices can damage competition if not recognized and prevented. Similarly, understanding the notion of approaches such as "per se illegal" and "rule of reason" in case analysis can influence the way the Competition Supervisory Commission makes decisions. This is important to maintain fair and healthy competition in the market.
Imaginative Play: A Teaching Strategy for the Socio-Emotional Development among Preschool with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Authors: Bariuan Charito T , Oblea Algreen J , Cordova Wilson
Published: January 2025

The study investigated the effect of imaginative play on socio-emotional development of children with ASD. The study employed an experimental pre-test-post-test control group design. which involved two groups, 10 children with ASD. The sample was selected using non-probability sampling, focusing on purposive sampling method. The researcher conducted observation regarding socio-emotional skills of the participants inside the classroom, reviewed records, teacher’s journal and assessed the children using Phil. ECCD Checklist for socio-emotional domain. The result established that the participants in the experimental group manifested slight delay in their overall development while the control group manifested suggesting delay in their overall development. It revealed that the participants in the experimental group had higher socio-emotional levels than the control group. Based on the observations, the tea party, play kitchen, and superhero contributed to the socio-emotional development. The researcher recommended this study should be disseminated to teachers and administrators of the school to continue the employment of imaginative play for socio-emotional skills development, imaginative play be tried out to other learners with disabilities specifically those with delays in socio-emotional aspect. Longer period should be given to the experiment, teachers should be aware of the different learning needs and interest of their learners to help the choice of imaginative play to facilitate learning, the schools should provide more varieties of play materials to children with ASD to improve their socio-emotional skills, and the future researchers should use the results to enrich and find ways to help children with ASD improve their socio-emotional skills.
Perceived Service Quality towards Repetitive Visit among Dot Accredited Agri-Tourism Farm Sites in Nueva Ecija: A Basis for Quality Service Strategic Plan
Authors: Equila Jennalyn C.
Published: January 2025

The study assessed the service quality provided by the six DOT accredited Agri-tourism Farm Sites in Nueva Ecija. This study is anchored from the SERVQUAL model (Parasuraman et al., 1988), which categorizes service quality into five distinct dimensions: Responsiveness, Tangibles, Reliability, Assurance, and Empathy. The researchers used Likert-scale type questionnaires and analyzed the data through statistical data treatment such as frequency and percentage, weighted mean, and Pearson-R Correlation. The study used a quantitative descriptive correlational research design. This will benefit specifically the Agri-tourism farm sites in Nueva Ecija in improving the quality of service that they will provide, which will likely result in higher intention to visit for visitors to return. The result of this study shows that the service quality of Agri-tourism Farm Sites in Nueva Ecija in terms of responsiveness, tangibles, reliability, assurance, and empathy was verbally interpreted as strongly agree and with a verbal description of highly satisfied. The study revealed that there is significant relationship between the socio-demographic profile of respondents (generation, occupation, purpose of visit, and services availed) and the service quality of the Agri-tourism Farm Sites in Nueva Ecija in terms of responsiveness, tangibles, reliability, assurance and empathy. On the other hand, there is also significant relationship between the socio-demographic profile of respondents (generation, occupation, type of tourist, and purpose of visit) and their repetitive visit intention in Agri- tourism Farm Sites in Nueva Ecija in terms of satisfaction and loyalty. Additionally, there is significant relationship between the service quality and repetitive visit intention to Agri-tourism Farm Sites in Nueva Ecija. Moreover, the output of this study will provide quality service strategic plan to improve the quality service to be used by the management of six DOT accredited Agri-tourism Farm Sites in Nueva Ecija.
Percepción socioambiental de la comunidad de Barra de Chachalacas sobre el manglar de la Laguna Cabana, municipio de la Antigua, Veracruz
Authors: Fuentes Capistrán Guadalupe Josefina , Sánchez Sánchez Odilón , López-Portillo Jorge
Published: January 2025

Los manglares, esenciales para los servicios ecosistémicos y la protección costera, enfrentan amenazas por actividades humanas. Este estudio analiza la percepción socioambiental de la comunidad de Barra de Chachalacas sobre el manglar de la Laguna Cabana en Veracruz. La investigación, indaga la percepción comunitaria mediante encuestas y talleres participativos. Los resultados revelan un conocimiento generalizado sobre el manglar y preocupación por problemas ambientales como la contaminación y la deforestación. Los pescadores, más dependientes del manglar, muestran mayor conciencia ambiental. Por el contrario, aquellos no vinculados directamente con el manglar tienden a percibir menos problemas ambientales y valorar menos los servicios ecosistémicos. Se destacan diferencias de percepción según género, ocupación y participación en actividades relacionadas con el manglar. Se enfatiza la necesidad de educación ambiental contextualizada y la consideración de factores socioeconómicos y culturales en la percepción ambiental. Se sugiere una perspectiva holística para comprender mejor los programas de conservación.
The Case for Human-like Scalable Intelligence in the Medical Field
Authors: Atreides Kyrtin
Published: January 2025

This paper discusses the use case of applying the first working cognitive architectures, built on the independent core observer model (ICOM), to the medical field, among others. The advantages of this approach are compared to the status quo and the limitations of narrow AI systems like LLMs and RL. Noteworthy advantages covered include depth, breadth, updatedness, and fidelity of medical knowledge, the “noise” or inconsistency of diagnoses and treatment, as well as preventative care, cost, time, and ethical considerations. Potent advantages for better integrating, coordinating, and otherwise accelerating medical research, particularly in less developed, underserved, and understudied regions, as aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), are also highlighted. Unique opportunities waiting to be explored, including interdisciplinary advantages, as well as challenges related to the disruption of current systems and processes are covered. These conservatively offer cumulative improvements across multiple dimensions measured in orders of magnitude. The novel value of human-like systems is specifically discussed for hyper-complex knowledge domains and problems, where the effect of integrating them is greatest.
 
Received: 13 May 2024 | Revised: 14 October 2024 | Accepted: 2 January 2025 
 
Conflicts of Interest
The author declares that he has no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
The data that support the findings of this paper are entirely based upon the cited works, with simple calculations applied to illustrate the data visually, in combination, and in context. The supporting calculations, tables, and charts are openly available in Excel at https://norn.ai/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Medical-Use-Case-Figures-v1.1.xlsx.
 
Author Contribution Statement
Kyrtin Atreides: Conceptualization, Methodology, Investigation, Writing – original draft, Writing – review & editing, Visualization.
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