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The Izzatul Mu'minin Mosque (MIM) in Lembang aims to extend its impact beyond ritual worship to positively influence the wider community through worship, social, economic, educational, and da'wah activities. To achieve this, MIM seeks to become a regional center of civilization. This study analyzes internal and external factors to develop strategies for transforming MIM into a prosperous mosque, aligning with the Ministry of Religious Affairs' guidelines and the Quranic verse At-Taubah 18. A qualitative research method is used to explore the mosque’s context, utilizing observations, interviews, and document analysis to identify practical solutions. The research incorporates a strategic management approach to provide academically sound recommendations that benefit both the mosque and the broader community. Validation is ensured through triangulation of methods and informant input. Using the IE Matrix, MIM is positioned in Cell 5 (Hold & Maintain), while the SWOT Matrix helps generate strategic recommendations. Key strategies include enhancing communication forums for formal and informal discussions, collaborating with external communities for social activities, digitizing the mosque's infrastructure, improving facilities like bathrooms and ablution spaces, offering rest areas for worshippers and tourists, and establishing a baitul mal (financial body) with independent audits to ensure accountability. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Extended Abstract Background: Forests are considered the main pillars of sustainable development in any country. They play an important role in the socioeconomic development of regions by producing goods and delivering services directly and indirectly. They play a vital role in ensuring the well-being of rural and forest-dwelling communities and rural development. In recent decades, non-timber forest products have been recognized as one of the important components in sustainable forest management and poverty reduction of local and rural communities. Therefore, the need for a deeper understanding of rural livelihood and its complexity to ensure rural development is one of the factors that increases the motivation to study the role and importance of forest resource products in the rural economy. In today's era, therefore, entrepreneurship has created new opportunities for people who are talented and interested in non-wood forest products to improve their income, increase their assets and capital, and grow the standards of living in rural communities in the new economy in small and medium businesses. The development of entrepreneurship in rural areas is one of the major strategies of rural development, which can play a significant role in the sustainable development of villages. The development of rural entrepreneurship with non-wood forest products has a potential to help diversify the sources of income and rural employment, which provides suitable opportunities to reduce livelihood risks and sustainability in rural areas. Therefore, studies on the role of forest ecosystem services and the accompanied development of rural entrepreneurship in the economy of rural communities on the edge of the forest are necessary to better understand the benefits of the forest economy. Methods: This research aimed to identify and prioritize the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of the Hyrcanian forests in the economic promotion of rural communities on the edge of the forest and to provide practical solutions in this field by using survey methods, field studies, and completing questionnaires. The statistical population of the research consisted of specialists and experts of Hyrcanian forests in the Natural Resources and Watershed Management Organization at the provincial and regional levels of the Hyrcanian forests. The questionnaire data were analyzed using SWARA and SWOT techniques. The Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix (QSPM) was then used to prioritize strategies and solutions for the economic promotion of rural communities on the edge of the forest. Results: The results of the SWOT model identified 11 strengths, 10 weaknesses, 10 opportunities, and 11 threats for the economic improvement of the rural communities on the edge of the Hyrcanian forests. Based on the results, the major strengths and weaknesses of the Hyrcanian forests in the economic promotion of rural communities on the edge of the forest were studied according to the weight score obtained in the evaluation matrix of internal factors. These include increasing the diversity of job opportunities and excessive exploitation and destruction of forest resources due to the high dependence of rural communities on the forest ecosystem. Among the opportunities, the positive consequences of creating employment for rural communities with the development of activities related to the forest and increasing the price of assets (land, buildings, etc.) due to having a forest view were given the most weight among the other factors. A major threat to the role of the Hyrcanian forests in the economic promotion of rural communities on the edge of the forest is the consequences of destruction, changes in the use of forest lands, and the entry of profit-seeking people into forest areas (illegal harvesting of forest timber or smuggling wood, mushrooms, medicinal plants., etc.), which were given the utmost weight among the other threats. Conclusion: According to the scores calculated in the strategic model, the strategies adopted in the study area are close to "competitive" strategies. Therefore, the relevant authorities should try to take steps toward these strategies and make maximum use of its external opportunities by using the strengths of the Hyrcanian forests in the economic promotion of the rural communities on the edge of the forest. The results of the implementation of the QSPM matrix indicated that the strategies of supporting timber and beekeeping projects through subsidy policies, providing facilities and low-interest loans, efforts to reduce deprivations and increase the socioeconomic development of villages on the edge of the forest, introducing the tourist attractions of the Hyrcanian forests, developing nature tourism, rural ecotourism in different ways, promoting the environmental awareness and culture of communities, and the development of NGOs and nature-loving institutions obtained the most points and were assigned the first to fourth priorities among the other strategies. Therefore, the research findings show that entrepreneurship through non-timber forest products and tourism creates new opportunities for talented and interested people to improve their income, increase their assets and capital, and improve the standards of living in rural communities to grow small and medium businesses in the new economy. Therefore, the results of the research indicate that entrepreneurship through non-timber forest products and tourism creates new opportunities for talented and interested people to improve their income, increase their property and capital, and grow the standards of living in rural communities in the new economy in small and medium businesses. Furthermore, rural entrepreneurship and the development of small businesses using non-timber forest products, tourist attractions, nature tourism, and ecotourism in the villages on the edge of the Hyrcanian forests should be regarded as suitable solutions for empowerment and capacity building in the target villages to change the current life pattern, reduce the urban-rural gap, create socioeconomic equality, and economic development and promotion of rural communities on the edge of the forests.

Human resource development (HRD) in public organizations, including the Batangkaluku Agricultural Training Center, is crucial for achieving success and effectiveness. Technology, government policies, and other external dynamics are factors that influence HRD strategies. This research aims to identify alternative HRD strategies that are suitable for the organization's needs and potential. Through SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) analysis and QSPM (Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix), this research presents an overview of the organization's internal and external conditions as well as alternative strategies that can be adopted. The findings of this research contribute to the HRD literature and provide practical guidance for public organizations to formulate focused and relevant strategies. The conclusion of this research outlines the results of IFAS and EFAS, which yield several alternative strategies, such as developing the competence and excellence of the BBPP in agricultural workforce training, being responsive to the needs of the agricultural sector with training programs, actively promoting training programs and expanding partnership networks, and establishing a monitoring and evaluation system, with the third strategy showing the highest score in QSPM.. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The Covid-19 pandemic has led to a decline in property prices, with the property price index dropping from 209.8 points in 2019 to 187.43 points in 2020. The property sector in Indonesia is one of the sectors affected by a significant decline. Therefore, companies need to formulate business development strategies from the three business lines to improve their performance. The purpose of the study is to analyze internal and external factors that affect the business strategy of PT XYZ and to prioritize the most effective business development strategy for the company to adopt in response to changes in the property sector. The results of this research are expected to be applied as an alternative strategy in conducting business development in the future. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Strategic decision-making is often complex and uncertain, especially in turbulent environments. A large number of frequently conflicting indicators, rapid and unpredictable environmental changes, and the long-term consequences of making a decision have revealed the need for managers to use more efficient tools. Today, for tomorrow, conventional tools such as Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix (QSPM) and MADM help us make the best decision based on yesterday's information. In some scenario planning approaches, the number of scenarios is so few that it cannot represent future uncertainty. In MADM methods, the problem of calculation complexity arises due to the increase in the number of elements. To address these issues, this research proposed an alternative approach for choosing the best strategy in which the alternative strategies are defined by SWOT analysis, future scenarios are determined by applying a matrix approach, irrational scenarios are eliminated by using interpretive structural modelling, and strategies are assessed by implementing Robustness Analysis (RA). The proposed method involves a case study related to a distributing centre for a food and beverage company located west of Mazandaran province, Iran. Nine alternative strategies' performances were evaluated in twenty-two scenarios based on six significant indicators shaping the future environment, and the best strategy was selected. Finally, some directions for future studies were presented. This study provides managerial implications by showing that despite the classic strategy selection approach being appropriate for austere environments and the MADM models being reasonable for complex environments, RA produces more reliable results when dealing with turbulent environments. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The research was conducted with the aim of finding innovations in designing business development strategies oriented to the external and internal conditions of the Panca Wargi Group. The approach chosen is a qualitative methodology that utilises primary and secondary data types in obtaining information. Interviews were conducted with fourteen interviewees, namely the group leader, core management, and group members. In this strategy planning, the IFE Matrix and EFE Matrix have outlined the internal and external aspects of the group as a basis for strategy design. Based on the results of the Internal and External Matrix (IE), it is found that the condition of the group is in position V which leans towards market penetration and product development strategies with the aim of maintaining stable business growth. The V position of the panca wargi fish group indicates that the internal and external aspects have almost equal strength, which in the losng run will lead to stagnant business development, which may turn out to be dangerous in the future. With the use of the TOWS Matrix and QSPM Matrix, the twelve best alternative strategies have been compiled based on the TAS value to optimise the use of strategies. Panca Wargi Fish Group can get the best business development results starting from having the right strategy formulation. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Technological developments are forcing the banking sector to adapt to the digital era. Bank Muamalat Indonesia focuses on e-Banking services for non-individual customers. 24/7 service, including the MADINA feature for real-time transactions, makes things easier for customers. MADINA, a CMS application, makes cash management easier for corporate customers. Through SWOT and QSPM analysis, the bank formulates a digital marketing strategy to improve business performance. This research uses mixed methods, combining quantitative and qualitative data to produce a narrative description. This approach emphasizes the nature of data, process rather than results. Descriptive analysis was carried out using a financial ratio approach. The focus is on converting qualitative data into quantitative data from interviews as a data collection technique. Bank Muamalat Indonesia will implement a collaboration strategy with third parties as a top priority, with the highest TAS of 4,143. The second alternative is to utilize brand image, with TAS 4,068. Utilization of technology in promotions was the third highest strategy, with TAS 4,031, followed by sustainable satisfaction for partners with TAS 4,003. Training to improve the quality of human resources is the final strategy with a TAS weight of 4.031. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The objective of this paper is to examine the factors that influence the resilience and adaptability of banks to economic disruption. The aim is to encourage a collaborative and cooperative approach to these challenges. This study analyses the impact of monetary policies, inflation trends, and bank-specific determinants on bank profitability in the African and Middle Eastern regions. A quantitative research approach was used to assess macro and micro factors affecting bank profitability, using secondary data. The macro variables were obtained from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), and the micro variables were extracted from the banks' annual accounts. The research findings indicate that monetary policy and inflation have significant impacts on banks' profitability. Additionally, the System Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) model revealed that the annual interest rate (IR), inflation (INF), capital adequacy ratio (CAR), and previous financial performance (Lagged ROA/ROE) have positive and significant effects on both ROA and ROE. In addition, the loan-to-deposit ratio (LDR) had a significant positive effect on ROE, while the non-performing loan ratio (NPLr) had a significant negative effect. The validity and suitability of the GMM regression model used in this study were confirmed by the AR(2) and Sargan Test results. These findings provide valuable insights for decision-makers in the banking sector to respond to changes in monetary policy and manage risks associated with inflation fluctuations. The study emphasizes the importance of capital management and credit risk management in sustaining bank profitability amidst economic uncertainty. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Developments in national information and communication technology (ICT) are always interesting to follow. Based on research and studies so far, ICT development is closely related to the level of the national economy and productivity. This is also the basis for the Indonesian government to actively increase ICT infrastructure development in the 3T areas (Frontier, Outermost, and Disadvantages areas; directly translated from Bahasa Indonesia: Terdepan, Terluar, Tertinggal). BAKTI was appointed as the agency responsible for building and operating ICT infrastructure in the rural area. However, BAKTI itself has experienced various difficulties in building ICT infrastructure in 3T. The lack of appropriate core competencies, the high need for development funds, the limited quality of internet services that can be provided, and the lack of clarity in preparing entry and exit strategies and scenarios mean that BAKTI programs often do not achieve their initial targets and fulfill their initial development intentions. Therefore, new development strategies and modeling are needed to address these challenges while complying with and meeting global standards for providing internet access in rural areas. Using Porter’s Five Forces model and SWOT analysis, situations analysis was then carried out. The results of this analysis are then used to develop a TOWS matrix so that strategies can be developed that are relevant to the existing situation analysis. The results of this strategy emphasize the use of new technology which emphasizes cost efficiency, collaboration with the private sector, emphasizing a clear exit strategy, and optimizing the use of existing infrastructure. The usage of Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) is chosen for the proposed model in this study. A comparative analysis is then carried out by estimating the effectiveness and cost efficiency of the newly developed model and the existing model. A QSPM analysis was also carried out to answer the initial challenges by including all consideration factors, including cost-effectiveness and efficiency. The new model provides a higher score than the existing model, with a score of 4.65 versus 3.4. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The purpose of this study was to get an overview of the implementation strategy for the successful implementation of social capital-based cattle business insurance or AUTS. The research method used to obtain research answers was to collect data using questionnaires, and to obtain variables, research indicators conducted surveys and focused group discussions. The data that has been collected is processed based on the substance of the research, and followed by data analysis using SWOT analysis combined with social capital. The theoretical basis used as a reference in this study is Rangkuti. F., (2002), James Coleman., (1990), and Burt., (1992),. The data collected for research purposes was used by 60 respondents from AUTS breeders. The research was conducted in one of the districts in South Sulawesi Province. Because the form of the data is qualitative while the type of research is quantitative, the data processing is done with the help of a five-level Likert scale, namely a value of 5 means very good, 4 means good, 3 is quite good, 2 is not good, and value 1 is very bad. The research output is to get an overview of the AUTS implementation strategy. The results of the research based on SWOT and QSPM analysis show that it is necessary to continue and maintain it because the strategy for successful implementation of AUTS is in the growth and aggressive quadrant with IFES and EFAS coordinates, namely X:Y = (X=0.90:Y=1.08). the QSPM strategy, namely regulatory support 2.62, government premium assistance 1.09, and government department support 1.90. Because the form of the data is qualitative while the type of research is quantitative, the data processing is done with the help of a five-level Likert scale, namely a value of 5 means very good, 4 means good, 3 is quite good, 2 is not good, and value 1 is very bad. The research output is to get an overview of the AUTS implementation strategy. The results of the research based on SWOT and QSPM analysis show that it is necessary to continue and maintain it because the strategy for successful implementation of AUTS is in the growth and aggressive quadrant with IFES and EFAS coordinates, namely X:Y = (X=0.90:Y=1.08). the QSPM strategy, namely regulatory support 2.62, government premium assistance 1.09, and government department support 1.90. Because the form of the data is qualitative while the type of research is quantitative, the data processing is done with the help of a five-level Likert scale, namely a value of 5 means very good, 4 means good, 3 is quite good, 2 is not good, and value 1 is very bad. The research output is to get an overview of the AUTS implementation strategy. The results of the research based on the SWOT and QSPM analysis show that it is necessary to continue and maintain it because the strategy for successful implementation of AUTS is in the growth and aggressive quadrant with IFES and EFAS coordinates, namely X:Y = (X=0.90:Y=1.08). the QSPM strategy, namely regulatory support 2.62, government premium assistance 1.09, and government department support 1.90. 4 means good, 3 is quite good, 2 is not good, and 1 is very bad. The research output is to get an overview of the AUTS implementation strategy. The results of the research based on SWOT and QSPM analysis show that it is necessary to continue and maintain it because the strategy for successful implementation of AUTS is in the growth and aggressive quadrant with IFES and EFAS coordinates, namely X:Y = (X=0.90:Y=1.08). the QSPM strategy, namely regulatory support 2.62, government premium assistance 1.09, and government department support 1.90. 4 means good, 3 is quite good, 2 is not good, and 1 is very bad. The research output is to get an overview of the AUTS implementation strategy. The results of the research based on SWOT and QSPM analysis show that it is necessary to continue and maintain it because the strategy for successful implementation of AUTS is in the growth and aggressive quadrant with IFES and EFAS coordinates, namely X:Y = (X=0.90:Y=1.08). the QSPM strategy, namely regulatory support 2.62, government premium assistance 1.09, and government department support 1.90. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Dam operation and maintenance activities are critical, so the dam usually works and provides benefits according to plan. Over time, the performance of the Cacaban Dam has decreased significantly. The physical condition of the main building, supporting buildings, and instruments have experienced damage, which could pose a risk to the dam's safety. The main objective of this research is to determine priority strategies for improving operations and maintenance of the Cacaban Dam. Determining priority strategies for improving operations and maintenance in this research uses the DSS (Decision Support System) method with SWOT (Strength, Weakness, Opportunity, and Threat) and QSPM (Quantitative techniques Strategic Planning Matrix). Based on the SWOT analysis results, the resulting strategy is the Diversity Strategy, meaning that the Cacaban Dam is in good internal condition. In contrast, the external condition is not good. The proposed strategy is to minimize external threats/threats with strategic priorities referring to the scoring results using the QSPM method. Meanwhile, from the results of the dam performance assessment, Cacaban Dam obtained an average performance score of 3.45, considered adequate performance. However, if you look at several items of poor performance, there are two items, namely reservoir condition and border and greenbelt conditions, which have poor performance. There are seven components, namely intake buildings, spillway buildings, support hills, dam services, emergency action plans, instrumentation, and surrounding communities, whose performance is quite close to the deficient limit and has the potential for performance to decline. Extra handling is needed to restore the performance of dams and reservoirs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Competitive strategy analysis can be fundamental for responding to external conditions and increasing internal capabilities in generating a company’s competitive advantage. The purpose of this research is to determine the company's position in the industry as a basis for selecting alternative strategies so the company can strengthen its competitiveness and overcome its weaknesses in facing competitors. The methodology is descriptive qualitative research. Observation is done by data obtained from secondary sources. The analysis carried out includes: The Input Stage with Competitive Profile Matrix; The Matching Stage with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Matrix and the Grand Strategy Matrix based on competitive analysis according to Porter's Five (Plus One) Forces; The Decision Stage with the Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix (QSPM). Justification was carried out based on a Forum Group Discussion with several experts using the Delphi Method. The result shows that there is a change in competitive conditions, thus the market leader company, Kalbe Farma, needs to make strategic adjustments. In conclusion, the results of strategy alternatives’ formulation through BCG Matrix and Grand Strategy, as well as the selection of strategies using the QSPM show that the priority strategies for Kalbe Farma, respectively sorted from the most recommended are Market Penetration, Market Development, and Product Development.

Urban Farming is one of the important Bekasi City Government’s programs to strengthen the food security, considering the increase in agricultural land conversion. This research aims to determine the internal and external factors influencing the development of community’s hydroponic vegetable business (HVB), alternative strategies for developing the community’s HVB, and priority order of competitive strategies to be implemented in the development of the community’s HVB in Bekasi City. Descriptive method was used in this research, supported by data analysis using IFE, EFE, SWOT, IE, and QSPM matrices. The total IFE matrix score was 2.4, indicated the hydroponic community's average ability in responding to the internal environment. The total EFE matrix score was 1.98, showed its low ability to respond to the external. The IE matrix implied the hydroponic community’s position in cell VIII or in the harvest and divest position. Based on the SWOT matrix, four alternative strategies have been obtained in priority order, which also have been analyzed by using the QSPM matrix; (1) revitalization of the urban farming-development program, (2) market facilitation of hydroponic community production, (3) promotion of hydroponic vegetables as fresh vegetables, and (4) education for hydroponic community.

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Agricultural extension plays a crucial role in providing technical assistance and advisory services to farmers, which directly affects their productivity and livelihoods. This study aimed to analyze the factors affecting agricultural extension performance in South Kotabumi and Abung Semuli. The study utilized a mixed-methods approach, including a survey questionnaire, interviews, and data analysis techniques, such as the Spearman correlation, IFAS, EFAS, and QSPM analyses. Our findings revealed that education, motivation, competencies, and social factors significantly influence the performance of agricultural extension agents. On the other hand, age, work experience, extension agent’s household, covering area, availability of infrastructure, economy, and environment had no significant correlation with their performance. Furthermore, the IFAS and EFAS analyses identified several internal weaknesses and external threats that may hinder the performance of extension agents, such as the effects of climate change and complicated administration problems. To address the identified weaknesses and threats, the QSPM analysis suggested that the WT strategy, which aims to improve weaknesses by utilizing external opportunities, was the most appropriate strategy. This study’s findings provide valuable insights for policymakers, stakeholders, and practitioners to improve the performance of agricultural extension agents and, ultimately, enhance the agricultural sector’s productivity and sustainability. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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This article explores the business development strategy of PT XYZ, a vegetable distributor company in Indonesia. The research utilizes various analysis methods to identify business models, formulate strategies, and prioritize them. The findings provide insights into the vegetable distribution field and present a new priority strategy and business model for PT XYZ. The article emphasizes the importance of key elements in the business model, such as partnerships, activities, value propositions, customer segments, channels, and cost structures. It also suggests the need for research and development sections and formal agreements with suppliers. Further research is required to implement the identified priority strategies. [Extracted from the article]

This study aimed to present a strategic waste management in two private hospitals in Yazd using models of the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) and quantitative strategic planning matrix (QSPM). The strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of the organization was identified according to existing documents and expert team. The internal and external factors were identified by internal factor evaluation (IFE) and external factor evaluation (EFE) matrices. The strategies to improve waste management in two hospitals were presented by comparing internal and external factors. Finally, the attractiveness table was compiled and weighted using the QSPM method to prioritize the strategies. The results demonstrated that 24 strengths, 30 weaknesses, 16 opportunities, and 22 threats were identified. The final score of internal and external factors for hospital A and B were (X: 2.37, Y:1.88) and (X: 2.37, Y: 2.01), respectively. Based on the results, 12 strategies were presented. Finally, the strategy of "the improvement of green management indicators" was implemented as a priority according to QSPM matrix. The result of this study duplicated that using the QSPM and SWOT models is assist to present viable strategies to improve the health-care waste management. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The purpose of the study is to (1) examine the strategies that currently applied to Griya Cokelat Nglanggeran (2) to design the strategic decisions that can be applied for the development of Griya Cokelat Nglanggeran. This research is a quantitative research with the method of implementation by using descriptive research, taking saturated sampling (census sampling) involving all 13 available respondents. Techniques of collecting data used are interviews, observation, documentation and literature study. Data analysis techniques will be tested with IFE (Internal Factor Evaluation) matrix and EFE (External Factor Evaluation) matrix, IE (Internal-External) matrix, SWOT (Strength, Weakness, Opportunity, Threat) matrix and QSPM (Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix) to decide the best strategic that can be applied. Based on the data in the processed matrix, the study draws key conclusions that (1) it highlights that the current strategies in Griya Cokelat Nglanggeran, particularly in production and marketing are limited. (2) The strategy applied based on the calculation on the SWOT matrix is the WO (Weakness-Opportunity) Strategy and the right strategy decision to be applied based on the QSPM matrix is a market development strategy based on the QSPM matrix analysis results. Overall, these findings provide valuable insights for the enhancement of Griya Cokelat Nglanggeran's business strategies.

Background: Nowadays, the context of social life requires accurate planning and promotion of organizational performance using appropriate methods. There are different models to measure various factors affecting organizational performance. The aim of this study was to determine optimal urban waste management strategies in Meshgin Shahr, Iran. Methods: The present descriptive-analytical survey research utilized the SWOT analysis to identify and formulate optimal urban waste management strategies. After determination of strengths (S), weaknesses (W), opportunities (O) and threats (T) by the SWOT analysis, the TOWS matrix was used to extract all possible SO, WO, ST and WT strategies, which were then prioritized by QSPM approach based on their attractiveness scores (AS). Results: Fifteen items were identified in each internal strengths and weaknesses as well as external opportunities and threats factors. Based on the results, the municipal waste management has been relatively strong towards internal factors. However, it has not been able to seize opportunities and deal with threats. The first and second priorities were WT1 and WO1 strategies, respectively. In WT1, AS was equal to12.15 and a plan was developed to establish a sanitary landfill management system at the landfill. In WO1, AS was equal to10.86 and a plan was defined to establish a plant fertilizer of high volume of perishable materials to reduce the waste volume. Conclusion: Our results highlighted the need for using defined strategies to reduce internal weaknesses and external threats to take advantage of opportunities. Therefore, the results revealed that the SWOT matrix as well as the QSPM approach can be utilized simultaneously as an integrated method for formulating, evaluating and prioritizing strategies.

n order to support the Banyuwangi Rebound Movement, Pondoknongko Village Government has launched an Economic and Tourism Improvement Program in 2022 through the Pondoknongko Festival Event. The purpose of this research is to: find out the management of the Pondoknongko Festival event; identify potential cultural tourism attractions; identify internal and external factors for the development of cultural tourism events; and determine the priority order of alternative strategies for developing cultural tourism events in Pondoknongko Village. This study used a descriptive research method with a mixed-method approach, exploratory sequential design model. The analysis technique used is Internal External (IE) Matrix, Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats (SWOT) Matrix, and Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix (QSPM). The results showed that the Pondoknongko Festival Event Management had been well implemented starting from the research stage, design, planning, coordination, to the evaluation stage; Pondoknongko Village has a variety of potential cultural tourism attractions that can be developed and packaged as cultural tourism event activities; the position of the development of cultural tourism events is in cell IV grow and build and 10 alternative strategies have been formulated with a priority strategy that can be applied is to arrange tour packages that are integrated with cultural tourism events in Pondoknongko Village.

A newly started business entity has various kinds of difficulties, complexities, and risks (Trimi & Berbegal-Mirabent, 2012), the risks faced by startups include markets, products, competitiveness, employees, and finances (Paternoster et al., 2014). The purpose of this study is to analyze what factors contribute to the demise of startups in Banyumas. The participants in this study were resourceful startup actors in Banyumas. Data was collected through focus group discussions and questionnaires. Data were analyzed descriptively and qualitatively using an analytical hierarchy process (AHP), strengths-weaknesses-opportunities-threats (SWOT) analysis, and quantitative strategic planning matrix (QSPM). Based on the results of the AHP analysis, there were four main problems: background, competence, communication infrastructure, and security. Furthermore, it could be seen from SWOT and QSPM analysis that each SO (Strengths-Opportunities) strategy value was 152, WO (Weaknesses-Opportunities) was 100, ST (Strengths-Threats) was 148, and WT (Weaknesses-Threats) was 144. The conclusion was digital startup sustainability problems could be resolved by prioritizing the SO strategy. The implementation of these strategies included optimizing young workers, collaborating with supporting communities, and creating unique products. Apart from practical implications, this paper also develops literature on the factors that cause startup failure, which so far has been limited to discussing only the success factors. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: The main objectives of the current study are to assess the existing situation of historical city centers in Iran and to offer prioritized appropriate regeneration strategies for their sustainable development. Design/methodology/approach: The study is based on a questionnaire-based survey in four historical city centers of Iran: Kashan, Naeen, Ardakan and Yazd. The required data have been collected using multiple tools including questionnaires and interviews with local residents and officials in the aforementioned case studies. Using the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) technique, a set of appropriate strategies for the sustainable regeneration of these valuable fabrics has been proposed and the best of them have been prioritized employing quantitative strategic planning matrix (QSPM) matrix. Findings: The results show that the current situation in all the case studies is not in line with sustainability and cultural heritage protection. Their multiple problems are mostly associated with their weaknesses, whilst their strengths, including a considerable potential as a tourism attraction, are scarcely exploited. The experts and residents surveyed for this research have provided basic information to establish the conservative strategies that should take priority when preparing the urban regeneration process of these areas. Originality/value: Since most of the adopted regeneration strategies in Iran are not supported by empirical studies, the current study largely fulfills this shortcoming by setting up a proper diagnosis of historical city centers in Iran and proposes the most appropriate regeneration strategies based on the findings. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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The COVID-19 pandemic is still having an influence on Morang Moreng Snack MSME even if the Indonesian economy has grown and is beginning to recover. This study aims to assess internal and external factors and develop alternative strategies. Data was collected from November 2022 to January 2023 and analyzed using IFAS-EFAS, SWOT, and QSPM. The results of the IFAS EFAS analysis show that having good relations with business partners and the lack of supervision in business management, are the main strengths and weaknesses, while the main opportunities and threats faced are broad market opportunities, opportunities for additional business partners, lots of social media with its features to increase marketing, and expensive packaging prices. Morang Moreng Snack is in a weakened position but still has opportunities, so it is recommended to implement a retrenchment strategy through evaluation and improvement in product delivery.

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The field of strategic planning and decision-making is crucial for the success and sustainability of manufacturing organizations. This paper presents a combined methodological approach, using quantitative data analysis to support long-term planning through the Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix (QSPM). The QSPM enables the identification of problems and supports effective decision-making by evaluating the ranking of alternatives and assessing the organization's internal and external factors. This study provides insights into the clearness of strategic planning and decision-making, as well as sustainable evaluation of alternatives for manufacturing organizations in Kosovo. The research identifies backward, forward, and horizontal integration as key strategic alternatives for achieving organizational longevity. By utilizing the QSPM, this study offers valuable guidance for decision-makers and strategic planning professionals in the manufacturing industry. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

پژوهش حاضر با هدف ارزیابی و نگاه آینده‌پژوهانه صنعت بسته‌بندی میوه، سبزیجات و غذاهای تند مصرف FMCG جهت ارائه برنامه و استراتژی راهبردی به کمک روش‌های SWOT و QSPM با هدف ایجاد زمینه‌ای نو جهت اشتغال است. پژوهش حاضر تحلیلی-توصیفی، از نوع هدف کاربردی و از نوع ماهیت آمیخته و استدلال استقرایی است. گردآوری اطلاعات در بخش نظری از طریق مطالعات کتابخانهای، کتب و مقالات، همچنین اطلاعات بخش تحلیلی شامل جامعه آماری 85 نفری از مدیران، خبرگان و کارشناسان صنعتی است که با استفاده از جدول مورگان 35 نفر به‌عنوان نمونه آماری تحقیق برگزیده شدند، نمونه‌گیری‌ها منظم و مطابق با مؤلفه‌های مسئله طبقه‌بندی شدند که در گام نخست به روش اشباع داده‌های تئوریک، نقاط قوت و ضعف، فرصتها و تهدیدها جهت ارزیابی و نگاه آینده پژوهانه صنعت مذکور مشخص گردید. سپس از تحلیل SWOT به‌منظور تدوین استراتژیهای نهایی استفاده و در گام آخر به‌منظور تضمین دقت و مشخص نمودن رتبهبندی استراتژیهای تعیین شده، ماتریس QSPM به کار گرفته شد که پس از بررسی نقاط قوت، نقاط ضعف، فرصتها و تهدیدهای مرتبط با ارزیابی و نگاه آیندهپژوهانه صنعت مورد مطالعه و رسیدن به اشباع دادهها، بررسی ماتریسهایIFE ، EFE، QSPM و تجزیه و تحلیل انجام شده مشخص نمود در پژوهش حاضر نقاط قوت کمتر از نقاط ضعف و فرصتهای توسعه بیشتر از تهدیدها است. لذا پس از تدوین راهکارها، استراتژیهای نهایی به ترتیب اولویت جهت ارزیابی و نگاه آیندهپژوهانه صنعت بستهبندی میوه، سبزیجات و غذاهای تند مصرف FMCG معرفی گردید.

در این پژوهش به‌منظور بررسی ظرفیت‌ها و تنگناهای روستاهای پیرامون دریاچه ارومیه از الگوهای SWOT و QSPM استفاده و در مجموع 40 عامل درونی (نقاط قوت و ضعف) و 30 عامل بیرونی (فرصت‌ها و تهدیدها) مطالعه شد. نتایج نشان داد که نهال و بذور گواهی‌شده، نظام نوین ترویج و توانمندسازی زنان و صنایع تبدیلی چهار نقطه برتر اقدامات انجام یافته و در دست اجرا در روستاهای پیرامون دریاچه ارومیه بوده و از میان محصولات معرفی شده به‌عنوان کشت‌های جایگزین، کشت زعفران و گیاهان دارویی از جایگاه برتری برخوردار هستند. بر اساس یافته‌های پژوهش، سنتی بودن فرآیند تولید، اتلاف منابع آب، برداشت آب از سفره‌های زیرزمینی و وجود باغ‌های درجه 2 و 3 مهم‌ترین نقاط ضعف موجود هستند. رتبه‌بندی فرصت‌ها بیانگر آن بود که وجود تقاضا برای محصولات کشاورزی، تنوع تولیدات باغی، دانش‌آموختگان کشاورزی و اراضی مستعد، برترین فرصت‌های موجود در روستاهای حاشیه دریاچه ارومیه می‌باشند. طبق یافته‌های مطالعه عواملی چون فرسایش خاک، کمبود آب، کاهش حاصلخیزی خاک و پائین رفتن سطح آب‌های زیرزمینی از جمله عواملی هستند که معیشت را در روستاهای پیرامون دریاچه ارومیه مورد تهدید جدی قرار داده‌اند. با توجه یافته‌های پژوهش و برتری عوامل داخلی در مقایسه با عوامل بیرونی و همچنین برتری نقاط قوت به نقاط ضعف و فرصت‌ها در مقایسه با تهدیدها استراتژی کلی بخش کشاورزی در روستاهای پیرامون دریاچه ارومیه برای بهبود معیشت، رویکردی تهاجمی می‌باشد.

The development company is one of the important factors underlying the creation of a successful business so that it can maintain its productivity in the long term. Likewise, MSMEs need to design a business strategy to support the progress of their business during increasingly competitive business competition. This study aims to identify business implementation, analyze business potential, and formulate strategic priorities in Gula Aren Temon SMEs. The research method used is a qualitative method with analytical tools in the form of BMC, VRIO, SWOT, and QSPM. The results of the study show that the nine building blocks of the BMC analysis describe the interrelated elements of Gula Aren Temon SME’s business implementation. The VRIO analysis results show that most of the resources owned by the business are at competitive parity. The results of the SWOT Analysis show that there are nine alternative strategies, while the priority chosen strategy to implement is to maximize the quality of service and products to maintain relationships with consumers and other partners. The strategy was chosen based on the highest TAS score, namely 6,280. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Tourism is one of the fastest-growing and most visible sectors of the global economy, contributing significantly to boosting a nation's economy. Currently, tourism-led economic growth considering sustainable approaches is becoming increasingly important in public policy. Recent urban and regional studies have begun to focus on the sustainability of tourism from social, economic, environmental, and cultural perspectives. The research aims to identify the most important issues and barriers to sustainable tourism development in Uzbekistan and proposes the most effective culturalization strategies to overcome those barriers. This paper involves the application of Global RPM (Globalization, Rationality, Professionalism, and Morality) analysis in combination with SANEL HERMES (Sightseeing, Admission paying, Night touring, Experiencing, Learning, Healing, Enjoying, Rest and Relaxing, Memento shopping, Eating and Drinking, and Staying) model based on data from a variety of sources, including literature review, participation interview, tourist survey, and expert questionnaire to identify and classify influencing factors that show existing barriers to sustainable tourism in Uzbekistan. Finally, a set of culturalization strategies is proposed, evaluated, and ranked by experts using a Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix. The results of the survey have shown that tourism activities are currently not sustainable in a satisfactory manner. However, if the policymakers consider the relevant strategies and take this study into account, as well as its findings, then Uzbekistan can be made more attractive in terms of sustainable tourism. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk 1) Untuk mengidentifikasi lingkungan eksternal dan internal yang mempengaruhi pemasaran Pupuk Non Subsidi PT. Pupuk Indonesia Niaga. 2) Menganalisis dan merumuskan strategi pengelolaan dan pengembangan pemasaran pupuk non subsidi PT. Pupuk Indonesia Niaga. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah metode kualitatif dan kuantitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa hasil analisis matriks SWOT didapatkan empat alternative strategi, yaitu : 1)Menggunakan branding dan strategi pemasaran yang unik untuk membedakan produk pupuk dari pesaing dan meningkatkan daya tarik pelanggan, 2) Menciptakan Program Pengembangan Pasar Bersama. 3) Meningkatkan pelatihan dan pengembangan karyawan untuk memperkuat kemampuan internal dalam menghadapi perubahan pasar dan meningkatkan keahlian teknis. 4) Memperluas pasar internasional dengan mengembangkan pupuk organik ramah lingkungan yang inovatif dan mengaitkannya dengan kesadaran akan keberlanjutan. Berdasarkan matriks QSPM pada, alternative strategi Menggunakan branding dan strategi pemasaran yang unik untuk membedakan produk pupuk dari pesaing dan meningkatkan daya tarik pelanggan menghasilkan total nilai daya tarik sebesar 5.654, yang bebrarti strategi tersebut merupakan alternative strategi yang penting untuk dijalankan PT. Pupuk Indonesia Niaga saat ini. Alternative strategi ini dinilai penting karena mampu menarik day tarik pelanggan dan meningkatkan penjualan.

The Covid-19 outbreak has had a negative impact on the decline in the number of visits in the tourism sector, one of which is the tourist village. The recovery of tourist villages during Covid-19 relies heavily on the role of the Tourism Awareness Community (Pokdarwis). However, the role of the Tourism Awareness Community in the development of tourist villages during Covid-19 is still not clearly discussed. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the tourism village development strategy during COVID-19 by the Tourism Awareness Community in the Teritip Village, Balikpapan-Indonesia. This study uses the QSPM (Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix) method, which is a method for determining the priority of alternative strategies obtained from a SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats). The results showed that the position of the Tourism Awareness Community was in quadrant V (Hold and Maintain), namely market penetration and product development strategies. That is, the professional management of tourist villages is crucial to increasing the number of tourist visits. The management of the tourist village must be able to optimize the resources they have to develop a tourist village in the Teritip Village. In addition, the development of attractive tour packages is also the key to attracting tourists. Therefore, strengthening human resources related to the professionalism of tourism village management is very necessary in order to advance tourism villages.

PT Starfood International (PT SI) in Lamongan exports processed fish products to several Asian countries. In the last five years, including during the COVID-19 pandemic, the company has experienced a decline in annual turnover. Managers of this company need strategies that are adaptive to the latest developments both domestically and abroad. The decline in turnover was due to reduced demand from importers in export destination countries, decreased raw material quantities, and increased business competition. Overall, the problems that occur related to the company's internal and external factors that affect its export performance. This study aims to identify the influential internal and external factors and formulate alternative strategies to maintain and improve PT SI's export performance. The research conducted for 5 months by applying a case study approach that utilizes qualitative and quantitative data and information that could be accessed during Covid-19 pandemic situation. Primary data obtained through observation, interviews, and questionnaires; secondary data obtained from the company's internal documentation. The data processing and analysis process begins with the identification and evaluation of internal and external factors (IFE-EFE), followed by the preparation of the IE and SWOT matrices, which end with the preparation of the QSP matrix to determine the main strategic priorities. The results of data processing and analysis showed that there were nine internal factors and eleven external factors, each with a total score of 3.327 and 2.632, respectively. The SWOT matrix produces eight alternative strategies, which classified based on four types of strategies. Based on the QSP matrix, this company should implement a strategy that focuses on product development [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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The purpose of this study was to analyze the strengths, weaknesses, threats and opportunities in the conservation of Baluchistan black bear in the south of Kerman province using the quantitative and qualitative approaches and presenting the sustainable strategic management program for conservation of this species. Using questionnaire, a list of internal and external environmental factors was compile. The relative importance of these factors was weighted and the Strategic Position and Action Evaluation (SPACE) matrix were drawn and then, the various initial strategies were quantified with the formation of the strategic planning matrix. A total of 11 internal strengths, 4 internal weaknesses, 5 external opportunities and 4 external threats were identified. The final score of the internal factors matrix (IFE = 2.01418) shows that, the weaknesses are more than the strengths and the score of the external factors matrix (EFE = 2.07462) shows that there are more threats than opportunities in solving the conflict problem. The results of the SPACE matrix showed that the defensive strategies should be used for the protection of the Black bear in the south of Kerman province. Implementation of environmental assessment studies for development projects in the Black bear habitats was determined as the first modified solution.

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