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  • OCTOBER 2025
    Vol. 9 No. 4 (2025)

    The Oktober 2025 edition of Jurnal EMT KITA (Vol. 9 No. 4) spans studies in marketing, human resources, finance, taxation, technology, tourism, public service, and rural development. Marketing research tests effects of communication, design, price, product and service quality, brand awareness/association/loyalty, perceived value and quality, social media activity, marketing mix choices, digital payments, and RFM–DBSCAN segmentation on purchase decisions, repeat buying, satisfaction, and loyalty across fast food, spices, fashion retail, cafés, banking, and e‑commerce. HR papers link discipline, motivation, safety, physical environment, culture, organizational communication, engagement, transformational leadership, competence, compensation and benefits, training, innovative behavior, and turnover to productivity and performance in manufacturing, logistics, hospitality, utilities, beauty services, and cargo. Financial and accounting articles address household budgeting for education, student financial literacy and investment intent, Gen Z mental accounting in paylater use, SME financial management, pricing of colorectal cancer marker tests, income tax application, regional tax (vehicle, title transfer, surface water) impacts, e‑Samsat effectiveness, distress, leverage and earnings management, operating cash flow and going concern opinions, bankruptcy risk in construction. Additional work covers big data in digital banking decisions, innovative and marketing capability for sustainable advantage, digital literacy and knowledge sharing, higher education market segmentation, urban tourism e‑WOM, hotel food waste reduction norms, village financial accountability, tourism village development, public service satisfaction indexing, and employee performance modeling.

  • JULY 2025
    Vol. 9 No. 3 (2025)

    The July 2025 edition of Jurnal EMT KITA (Vol. 9 No. 3) presents a comprehensive collection of scientific articles covering diverse aspects of economics, management, and business in contemporary Indonesia. This edition explores critical themes including entrepreneurship development through business incubators in university environments, disaster preparedness knowledge among employees, and the integration of information technology to enhance work engagement and business performance. The journal features extensive research on human resource management, examining the relationships between competency, compensation, and employee performance, while also addressing transformational leadership implementation in government agencies and organizational commitment factors. Financial management and banking sector studies form a significant portion of this edition, with investigations into Third Party Funds (TPF) and Non-Performing Finance (NPF) impacts on financial performance, profit management under financial distress conditions, and comprehensive analyses of good corporate governance effects on fraud prevention. The research extends to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) implications in promoting green business strategies and sustainable economic development, including green marketing influences on consumer purchasing decisions and the development of sustainability balanced scorecards. Regional economic development receives substantial attention through studies of tourism development in North Musi Rawas and Tana Toraja, poverty reduction strategies in West Sumatra municipalities, and economic growth analyses in Jambi Province. The journal also examines international trade dynamics, particularly the impact of Donald Trump's reciprocal tariff policies on Indonesian crude palm oil exports to the United States, and the role of foreign and domestic investment in Indonesia's economic growth. Digital transformation emerges as a key theme, with research on digital innovation strategies in e-commerce, civil servant digital transformation initiatives, and social media marketing effectiveness in various business contexts. Additional research encompasses diverse topics including epistemological foundations of accounting, market share determinants, village fund allocation impacts on local government financial performance, critical chain project management in infrastructure development, and the application of local wisdom in hospitality management. The journal also presents methodological innovations such as GARCH and ECM approaches for detecting economic and financial volatility, systematic literature reviews on self-managing organizations, and the evaluation of Sharia cooperative conversion success using the ADKAR model. This extensive collection provides valuable insights for academics, practitioners, and policymakers addressing contemporary challenges in Indonesian economic development, sustainable business practices, digital transformation, and regional development strategies.

  • APRIL 2025
    Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025)

    The April 2025 edition of Jurnal EMT KITA (Vol. 9 No. 2) presents a comprehensive collection of scientific articles covering various aspects of economics, management, and business. The journal contains articles focusing on various topics such as investment analysis, employee performance, digital economy, marketing, and finance. Several major studies examine the performance of stock mutual funds using the Sharpe, Treynor, and Jensen methods, as well as the effect of compensation on employee performance. The journal also discusses the role of the digital economy in the development of MSMEs, digital marketing strategies, and the influence of factors such as brand image, price, and product quality on consumer purchasing decisions. In addition, there are studies on fiscal and monetary policies during the COVID-19 pandemic, the impact of digital technology on economic growth, and an analysis of special economic zones on foreign investment. Other articles discuss human resource management, leadership, organizational culture, and the financial performance of local governments. The journal provides valuable insights for academics, practitioners, and policymakers in facing contemporary economic and business challenges in Indonesia.

  • JANUARY 2025
    Vol. 9 No. 1 (2025)

    The January 2025 edition of the EMT KITA Journal presents a variety of articles examining current issues in human resource development and organizational performance. It includes an analysis of the role of the Career Development Center (CDC) in student development, as well as the relationship between information technology and marketing strategies impacting organizational performance. Several case studies cover customer acquisition strategies in procurement businesses and the influence of work environment and compensation on employee loyalty. Additionally, the articles discuss the financial behavior of Generation Z and millennials, along with factors affecting employee productivity. This journal provides insights into the challenges and strategies faced by various sectors in enhancing performance and organizational effectiveness.

  • OCTOBER 2024
    Vol. 8 No. 4 (2024)

    This edition of EMT KITA Journal Vol. 8 No. 4 discusses a series of empirical studies and in-depth theoretical analysis in the fields of economics, management, and social. The articles in this edition explore the impact of the pandemic on the valuation of pharmaceutical companies, examine the relationship between disclosure of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) aspects and the value of banking companies, and analyze the determinants of employee productivity including incentives, discipline, and work motivation. In addition, there are studies that discuss the influence of digital innovation, electronic payment methods, and self-efficacy on students' entrepreneurial decisions. Several studies also focus on optimizing the work environment and leadership in improving organizational performance, as well as Islamic financial literacy in shaping customer interest. This edition offers valuable contributions to academics, practitioners, and policymakers through relevant insights and perspectives in understanding the dynamics of the contemporary economic and social sectors.

  • JULY 2024
    Vol. 8 No. 3 (2024)

    Volume 8 No. 3 (2024) of Jurnal EMT KITA presents various empirical and theoretical studies covering a variety of topics in economics, management, and technology. This edition features research on the influence of market orientation and product innovation on the marketing performance of MSMEs, analysis of factors influencing the demand for broiler chickens, and the procedure for archive depreciation at BPJS Ketenagakerjaan. Other studies explore production forecasting strategies, tax management, and the impact of brand image on purchasing interest. In addition, there is an analysis related to the influence of fiscal decentralization on poverty, the quality of GoFood services, and the role of cooperatives in economic growth. These articles highlight the dynamics of economics and management in various sectors, providing important insights for practitioners and academics.

  • APRIL 2024
    Vol. 8 No. 2 (2024)

    EMT KITA Journal Vol. 8 No. 2 (2024): APRIL comprises a series of articles addressing various aspects of economics, management, and business. In this volume, several studies highlight the influence of factors such as work quality, motivation, and work effectiveness on productivity, as well as the impact of product features, promotion, and brand image on purchasing decisions. Additionally, there is analysis regarding the management of personal finances among students, the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on housing financing in Islamic banks, and the evaluation of entrepreneurship programs in a polytechnic institute. Other articles discuss aspects such as consumer behavior, poverty, economic growth, and leadership development strategies within organizations. With diverse topics, this journal provides deep insights into the economic and management dynamics across various sectors during the relevant period.

  • JANUARY 2024
    Vol. 8 No. 1 (2024)

    Volume 8, Nomor 1 (Januari 2024) dari Jurnal EMT KITA menyajikan beragam penelitian terkini dalam berbagai bidang manajemen dan ekonomi. Jurnal ini juga mencakup isu-isu ekonomi makro, seperti analisis perkembangan penduduk miskin di Indonesia, strategi pemasaran di Lampung Barat, dan sektor basis serta penyerapan tenaga kerja di Kota Sungai Penuh. Selain itu, penelitian membahas aspek pendidikan, seperti pengaruh gaya mengajar guru terhadap hasil belajar siswa di Surabaya. Tidak hanya itu, Volume 8 juga membahas sektor keuangan, dengan penelitian tentang pengaruh return on asset terhadap harga saham dan analisis efektivitas penggunaan anggaran modal pada koperasi konsumen syariah. Dengan beragam topik ini, Jurnal EMT KITA Vol. 8 No. 1 menjadi sumber informasi yang kaya dan relevan bagi para akademisi, praktisi, dan peneliti di bidang ekonomi dan manajemen

  • OCTOBER 2023
    Vol. 7 No. 4 (2023)

    Jurnal EMT KITA Vol. 7 No. 4 Oktober 2023 mengeksplorasi berbagai aspek manajemen dan ekonomi, menampilkan penelitian multidisiplin. Artikel mencakup pengaruh digital marketing, loyalitas pelanggan, dan efek Goldilock terhadap keputusan pembelian online di aplikasi Matahari. Selain itu, terdapat studi kasus tentang pengaruh kualitas pelayanan terhadap kepuasan pelanggan di layanan komputer, analisis sistem pengendalian piutang pada perusahaan tertentu, dan faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi kinerja pegawai. Para peneliti juga menyelidiki aspek keuangan seperti pengaruh likuiditas, profitabilitas, dan rasio utang terhadap efisiensi investasi. Artikel lainnya membahas dampak keputusan investasi, pendanaan, dan kebijakan dividen terhadap nilai perusahaan dalam sektor pertambangan di Indonesia. Jurnal ini merangkum beragam temuan penelitian yang memberikan wawasan mendalam terkait manajemen bisnis, keuangan, dan sumber daya manusia.

  • JULY 2023
    Vol. 7 No. 3 (2023)

    Jurnal EMT KITA Vol. 7 No. 3 (Juli 2023) berisi kumpulan artikel penelitian yang mencakup berbagai topik di bidang bisnis dan manajemen. Judul-judul penelitian ini mencakup pengaruh media sosial dan pendapat elektronik terhadap keputusan pembelian melalui citra merek di Point Coffee Bandung, pengaruh kualitas layanan elektronik terhadap kepercayaan pelanggan dan niat pembelian ulang di agensi perjalanan online, serta pengaruh kualitas produk, promosi, citra merek, dan kepercayaan merek terhadap keputusan pembelian di produk Geprek Bensu. Artikel-artikel lain dalam jurnal ini menyelidiki topik seperti kinerja karyawan, kewirausahaan, kepuasan pelanggan, kesulitan keuangan, dan dampak pandemi pada bisnis. Secara keseluruhan, jurnal ini memberikan wawasan berharga tentang isu-isu dan tren kontemporer di bidang bisnis dan manajemen.

  • APRIL 2023
    Vol. 7 No. 2 (2023)

    Jurnal EMT KITA Vol. 7 No. 2 (2023): APRIL 2023 berisi artikel-artikel mengenai manajemen risiko hukum di perbankan syariah, praktik keuangan sosial Islam, sistem informasi akuntansi, loyalitas karyawan, loyalitas pelanggan Go-Jek, dampak ekonomi wanprestasi debitur di Bank Perkreditan Rakyat, eksistensi produk garam darat, manajemen risiko bank wakaf, pengaruh budaya organisasi dan loyalitas karyawan, pengaruh harga, promosi, dan inovasi terhadap loyalitas pelanggan, serta pengaruh motivasi dan disiplin kerja terhadap kinerja pegawai. Topik lainnya termasuk prediksi volume penyaluran air minum, pengaruh kepemimpinan dan lingkungan kerja terhadap employee engagement, pengaruh citra merek, kualitas produk, dan harga terhadap keputusan pembelian, serta pengaruh faktor pendapatan nelayan terhadap kemiskinan. Jurnal ini juga membahas topik seperti audit delay, manajemen usaha UKM, pengaruh promosi online dan brand image terhadap keputusan pembelian, dan pengaruh good corporate governance dan ukuran perusahaan terhadap manajemen laba.

  • JANUARY 2023
    Vol. 7 No. 1 (2023)

    Jurnal EMT KITA menghadirkan beragam artikel terkait bidang ekonomi, manajemen, dan teknologi. Vol. 7 No. 1 (2023) ini membahas topik seperti penerapan kontrak jual beli, strategi harga dalam pembelian konsumen, krisis ekonomi dalam perspektif Islam, analisis faktor produksi, strategi UMKM di era digital marketing, pengaruh content marketing pada customer engagement, belanja online di TikTok Shop, motivasi karyawan UMKM, pembangunan ekonomi dalam perspektif Islam, inovasi produk, kebijakan keuangan, media sosial Instagram dalam promosi, pemahaman akuntansi pada UMKM, kepuasan pasien BPJS, profitabilitas dan harga saham, faktor harga saham dengan dividen, kausalitas kebebasan sipil dan pertumbuhan ekonomi, pengangguran dan pertumbuhan ekonomi, penganggaran modal UMKM, kemampuan keuangan daerah, pengembangan kawasan wisata, diferensiasi produk Nissan, gaya hidup hedonisme, evaluasi kartu kredit, beban pajak pada profitabilitas, struktur modal dan pajak penghasilan, literasi ekonomi dan entrepreneurship, keterampilan kerja dan kinerja pegawai, organizational support dan job satisfaction, motivasi kunjungan ulang wisatawan, dan efektivitas manajemen pelayanan BAPPELITBANGDA.

  • JULY-DECEMBER 2022
    Vol. 6 No. 2 (2022)

    The development of science related to economics, management, and technology both theoretically and empirically has been proven to have a positive impact on various aspects of people's lives. Economic development and management, for example, have provided many benefits for increasing effectiveness and efficiency in various economic activities. Likewise, technology can contribute to the ease of carrying out administrative tasks both government and non-government institutions. Until now, research related to economics, management, and technology has been carried out by academics, practitioners and researchers who care about the field of science. But not all research results can be published in scientific journals. The presence of the Journal EMT KITA does not only intend to publish the results of empirical and theoretical studies relating to managerial economics and technology. But more than that, EMT is one way to disseminate research results related to the three fields of science. Volume 6 Number 2 contains interesting research results that are read and known about studies taking place in the community in Indonesia.

  • JANUARY-JUNE 2022
    Vol. 6 No. 1 (2022)

    The development of science related to economics, management, and technology both theoretically and empirically has been proven to have a positive impact on various aspects of people's lives. Economic development and management, for example, have provided many benefits for increasing effectiveness and efficiency in various economic activities. Likewise, technology can contribute to the ease of carrying out administrative tasks both government and non-government institutions. Until now, research related to economics, management, and technology has been carried out by academics, practitioners and researchers who care about the field of science. But not all research results can be published in scientific journals. The presence of the Journal EMT KITA does not only intend to publish the results of empirical and theoretical studies relating to managerial economics and technology. But more than that, EMT is one way to disseminate research results related to the three fields of science. Volume 6 Number 1 contains interesting research results that are read and known about studies taking place in the community in Indonesia.

  • JULY-DECEMBER 2021
    Vol. 5 No. 2 (2021)

    Vol. 5 No. 2 (July–December 2021) presents studies on Islamic economics, SME resilience, banking, and public governance in Aceh. The opening article explores price‐setting mechanisms for agricultural produce through the lens of Islamic principles of justice, avoidance of gharar (excessive uncertainty), and the role of local bargaining dynamics. The market structure discussion in Islamic perspective stresses preventing monopolistic practices while balancing entrepreneurial freedom with societal welfare. A study of customer literacy regarding murabahah contracts finds uneven understanding of margin determination, rights and obligations, and embedded risks. Financial performance of SKPK (regional work unit) finance managers is shown to be influenced by organizational commitment and clarity of role execution. Digitalization is advanced as a revitalization strategy for micro, small, and medium enterprises during the pandemic, aligning with a companion study detailing shifts in online marketing patterns and barriers to adoption. A panel data analysis evaluates differentiated impacts of regional GDP (PDRB), the BI policy rate, and the Human Development Index (HDI) on bank savings. Absorption of SME investment credit in Aceh is examined in terms of access constraints and administrative readiness. Strategic flexibility of brick kiln enterprises post COVID-19 shock is linked to diversification, cost efficiency, and demand adaptation. Implementation of e-government policies is analyzed for its effects on employee morale and subsequent performance outcomes. Collectively, the articles underscore synergy among Sharia values, digital transformation, and strengthened institutional capacity as levers for regional economic recovery.

  • JANUARY-JUNE 2021
    Vol. 5 No. 1 (2021)

    Vol. 5 No. 1 (January–June 2021) presents an integrated set of studies spanning capital markets, decentralized public finance, Islamic banking choice behavior, IT governance capability (COBIT 5), regional human development classification, zakat distribution optimization via Analytic Network Process, pandemic-era online shopping impacts on student consumption patterns, financial soundness of Islamic savings-and-loan cooperatives in Lhokseumawe, career development dynamics at Bank Aceh Syariah, and comparative potential–risk profiling of conventional financial instruments versus emerging cryptocurrency assets; collectively the issue highlights how governance quality (corporate, technological, fiscal), structured analytic and decision frameworks (COBIT 5, discriminant analysis, ANP), and Islamic ethical-social finance mechanisms (zakat modeling, Sharia banking, cooperative evaluation) converge to support equitable economic and human development, while simultaneously drawing attention to behavioral shifts induced by digitalization, the necessity of strengthening institutional and human resource capacity, and the importance of disciplined risk management as investors and consumers engage with novel digital asset classes.

  • JULY-DECEMBER 2020
    Vol. 4 No. 2 (2020)

    The development of science related to economics, management, and technology both theoretically and empirically has been proven to have a positive impact on various aspects of people's lives. Economic development and management, for example, have provided many benefits for increasing effectiveness and efficiency in various economic activities. Likewise, technology can contribute to the ease of carrying out administrative tasks both government and non-government institutions. Until now, research related to economics, management, and technology has been carried out by academics, practitioners and researchers who care about the field of science. But not all research results can be published in scientific journals. The presence of the Journal EMT KITA does not only intend to publish the results of empirical and theoretical studies relating to managerial economics and technology. But more than that, EMT is one way to disseminate research results related to the three fields of science. Volume 4 Number 2 contains interesting research results that are read and known about studies taking place in the community in Indonesia.

  • JANUARY-JUNE 2020
    Vol. 4 No. 1 (2020)

    The development of science related to economics, management, and technology both theoretically and empirically has been proven to have a positive impact on various aspects of people's lives. Economic development and management, for example, have provided many benefits for increasing effectiveness and efficiency in various economic activities. Likewise, technology can contribute to the ease of carrying out administrative tasks both government and non-government institutions. Until now, research related to economics, management, and technology has been carried out by academics, practitioners and researchers who care about the field of science. But not all research results can be published in scientific journals. The presence of the Journal EMT KITA does not only intend to publish the results of empirical and theoretical studies relating to managerial economics and technology. But more than that, EMT is one way to disseminate research results related to the three fields of science. Volume 4 Number 1 contains interesting research results that are read and known about studies taking place in the community in Indonesia.

  • JULY-DECEMBER 2019
    Vol. 3 No. 2 (2019)

    The development of science related to economics, management, and technology both theoretically and empirically has been proven to have a positive impact on various aspects of people's lives. Economic development and management, for example, have provided many benefits for increasing effectiveness and efficiency in various economic activities. Likewise, technology can contribute to the ease of carrying out administrative tasks both government and non-government institutions. Until now, research related to economics, management, and technology has been carried out by academics, practitioners and researchers who care about the field of science. But not all research results can be published in scientific journals. The presence of the Journal EMT KITA does not only intend to publish the results of empirical and theoretical studies relating to managerial economics and technology. But more than that, EMT is one way to disseminate research results related to the three fields of science. Volume 3 Number 1 contains interesting research results that are read and known about studies taking place in the community in India and Indonesia.

  • JANUARY-JUNE 2019
    Vol. 3 No. 1 (2019)

    The development of science related to economics, management, and technology both theoretically and empirically has been proven to have a positive impact on various aspects of people's lives. Economic development and management, for example, have provided many benefits for increasing effectiveness and efficiency in various economic activities. Likewise, technology can contribute to the ease of carrying out administrative tasks both government and non-government institutions. Until now, research related to economics, management, and technology has been carried out by academics, practitioners, and researchers who care about the field of science. But not all research results can be published in scientific journals. The presence of the Jurnal Ekonomi Teknologi Manajemen (EMT)-KITA do not only intend to publish the results of empirical and theoretical studies relating to management economics and technology. But more than that, EMT is one way to disseminate research results related to the three fields of science. In Volume 3 Number 1 contains interesting research results read and known about studies taking place in the community in Indonesia and organizations in Aceh in particular.

  • JULY-DECEMBER 2018
    Vol. 2 No. 2 (2018)

    The development of science related to economics, management and technology both theoretically and empirically has proven to have a positive impact on various aspects of people's lives. The development of economics and management for example has provided many benefits for increasing effectiveness and efficiency in various economic activities. Likewise, technology can contribute to the ease of carrying out administrative tasks both government and non-government institutions. Until now, research related to economics, management and sektretari has been done by academics, practitioners and researchers who are concerned with the field of science. But not all research results can be published in scientific journals. The presence of the Journal of Economics and Management Technology (EMT) does not only intend to publish the results of empirical and theoretical studies related to management economics and technology. But more than that, EMT is one of the means of disseminating research results relating to the three fields of science. In Volume 2 Number 2 contains interesting research results read and known about the studies that occurred in the community and organizations in Aceh especially.

  • JANUARY-JUNE 2018
    Vol. 2 No. 1 (2018)

    Volume 2 No. 1 (January–June 2018) presents studies covering retail service quality enhancement, political institutional strengthening, regional fiscal effectiveness, civil servant productivity, and operational efficiency in firms. The first article assesses service quality perceptions and customer satisfaction in Banda Aceh shopping centers using the SERVQUAL method, identifying gaps between expectations and performance across tangibles, reliability, responsiveness, assurance, and empathy as a basis for service improvement strategies. The second study formulates a model for revitalizing social capital (trust, networks, and norms) to improve the functional performance of members of parliament, emphasizing transparency, public participation, and strengthened ethical representation. Research on Special Autonomy Funds examines the emergence of the flypaper effect in Aceh—whether central transfers (especially special autonomy funds) more strongly stimulate regional spending than efforts to raise own-source revenues—and its implications for fiscal independence. The subsequent study analyzes the influence of the effectiveness of regional tax and user charge collection on the locally generated revenue (PAD) of East Aceh Regency, highlighting the roles of intensification–extensification, taxpayer database quality, and administrative capacity. Factors affecting the work productivity of employees at the Aceh Culture and Tourism Office are examined through variables such as competence, discipline, motivation, work environment, and leadership, with recommendations for targeted training and an output-based performance evaluation system. Finally, the application of the min–max stock method for raw material inventory control at apparel company Gober Indo demonstrates how correctly setting minimum and maximum thresholds can reduce stockout risks and holding costs, supporting smooth production and working capital turnover. Overall, this issue underscores the interconnection between good governance, optimization of resources (human, fiscal, social), and the application of quantitative managerial tools as a foundation for performance improvement across public and private sectors in Aceh.

  • JULY-DECEMBER 2017
    Vol. 1 No. 2 (2017)

    The July–December 2017 issue (Vol. 1 No. 2) presents six studies unified by themes of digital service adoption, internal governance, organizational performance, public sector financial reporting capacity, comparative platform user experience, and mobile advertising psychology. The first article analyzes how facets of customer satisfaction—perceived reliability, ease of use, security, and responsiveness—drive both intention and frequency of mobile banking usage at BCA’s Banda Aceh branch, underscoring trust and value creation as levers for deeper engagement. The second examines the relationship between internal control system effectiveness (control environment, segregation of duties, authorization, documentation, monitoring) and credit performance at Bank Bukopin Banda Aceh, linking stronger controls to healthier loan quality and risk mitigation. The third study shows that supportive leadership style combined with cohesive teamwork elevates employee performance at the local branch of the state electricity utility (PT PLN), reinforcing the interplay between managerial behavior and collective efficacy. The fourth investigates how government staff accounting knowledge and practical experience affect the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of regional financial statement preparation in the Banda Aceh City Government, highlighting the need for sustained professional development to enhance reporting quality. The fifth provides a comparative user experience assessment of Ho-Jak, Go-Jek, and Grab ride-hailing services, mapping user perceptions on reliability, speed, pricing fairness, interface usability, and safety as determinants of platform preference. The final article evaluates how the perceived intrusiveness and irritation of Mobile AdSense advertisements shape smartphone user responses, offering implications for designing less disruptive, more user-aligned mobile ad formats. Collectively, the issue emphasizes that service quality perceptions, robust internal controls, human capital competencies, and user-centered design principles are mutually reinforcing drivers of performance and adoption across banking, public administration, transportation platforms, and digital advertising ecosystems. The studies converge on a practical message: optimizing structural systems (controls, processes), cultivating capable and collaborative personnel, and aligning digital touchpoints with user expectations are critical to sustaining trust, efficiency, and engagement in both private and public sector contexts.

  • JANUARY-JUNE 2017
    Vol. 1 No. 1 (2017)

    The inaugural issue (Vol. 1 No. 1, January–June 2017) brings together six studies spanning regional economic dynamics, creative industry development, consumer behavioral psychology in modern retail, cooperative organizational performance, public utility service quality, and workplace psychosocial factors in Islamic banking. Collectively they weave a unifying message: strengthening human capital (emotional intelligence, cognitive and personal capabilities, leadership), designing supportive physical and social environments (retail atmospherics, service interfaces), nurturing local creative economic clusters for inclusive welfare gains, and addressing structural inequality and job-related stress are interdependent levers for sustainable regional development and organizational effectiveness. The first article, Economic Growth and Income Inequality: Panel Data from Eight Provinces in Sumatra, analyzes how differences in economic structure, investment, and resource distribution shape interprovincial disparities, underscoring the role of production diversification and infrastructure equalization in narrowing gaps. The second, Mapping the Creative Industry Craft Subsector and Its Impact on Community Welfare in Aceh Besar Regency, evaluates how clustering, market access, design training, and local value chains elevate household income while preserving cultural heritage. The third, The Influence of Environmental Stimuli and Social Factors on Shopaholic Tendencies with Positive Emotion as a Mediating Variable among Suzuya Mall Consumers in Banda Aceh, shows how store layout, lighting, scent, promotions, and social interactions amplify impulsive buying via enhanced positive affect. The fourth, The Effect of Emotional Intelligence, Cognitive Behavior, Personal Ability, and Leadership Competence on Cooperative Performance in Aceh Province, highlights that soft skills and transformational leadership strengthen operational efficiency, member engagement, and cooperative sustainability. The fifth, Public Responses to the Water Bill Payment Service of PDAM Tirta Daroy Banda Aceh, assesses accessibility of payment channels, meter reading accuracy, complaint handling speed, and billing transparency as drivers of customer satisfaction and payment compliance. The sixth, The Effect of Sources of Work Stress on Employee Productivity at PT Bank Aceh Syariah Banda Aceh Branch, links workload, target pressure, role ambiguity/conflict, and emotional demands to productivity outcomes, emphasizing the need for balanced job design, organizational support, and stress management to prevent burnout. Together, the studies integrate macro (growth and inequality) and micro (individual behavior and service quality) lenses to inform inclusive, human-centered regional development strategies.