International Journal of Social Service and Research

COMPARISON OF TIMOR-LESTE’S GOOD CORPORATE GOVERNANCE LAW WITH INDONESIA’S ANTI-MONOPOLY LAW TO ENHANCE CORPORATE COMPETITIVENESS

2025-01-04T06:42:40+00:00

The implementation of Good Corporate Governance (GCG) principles in Timor Leste and the implementation of antitrust policies in Indonesia have a significant impact on the competitiveness of companies in both countries. This paper aims to provide a deeper understanding of the comparison between the GCG principles applied in the two countries, both in terms of their implementation challenges and impacts on business competitiveness. The qualitative approach was chosen to understand the phenomenon in depth, identifying the dynamics in the legal and policy contexts in each country. Using the comparative analysis method, the author explores the similarities and differences between the two legal frameworks, as well as analyzes the social and economic impact of these policies on the competition of companies. It is expected that this research can contribute to the development of better economic policies both in the countries and provide insights for other developing countries in optimizing corporate governance and business competition to achieve inclusive and sustainable economic development.

IMPROVING STUDENTS’ ENGLISH READING SKILLS BY USING PROJECT- BASED LEARNING (PjBL) IN MUHAMMADIYAH UNIVERSITY OF BENGKULU

2025-01-09T08:36:21+00:00

The study aimed to determine the effectiveness of project-based learning (PjBL) in improving reading skills while identifying challenges associated with this approach. The research was conducted over two cycles during the second semester of the academic year 2023/2024, specifically from May 20 to July 10, 2024. The participants in the study consisted of 24 second-semester English students, including both male and female students. The qualitative data were gathered through observations and interviews, while quantitative data were obtained from reading assessments conducted before and after the intervention. The expected outcomes of the research included improved reading skills, increased student engagement in PjBL activities, and identification of challenges in the implementation of this approach, with the aim of enhancing the overall educational experience for students. It can be concluded that the use of Project-Based Learning significantly enhanced the students' reading skills in the Second Semester at Muhammadiyah University of Bengkulu within the English Education program.

PREDICTING INDONESIAN CONSUMERS ACCEPTANCE AND USAGE TOWARD AR/VR IN LIVE COMMERCE OF BEAUTY PRODUCTS

2025-01-04T06:46:48+00:00

This research aims to address the challenges associated with the application of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) in live commerce for cosmetic products, focusing on the perception of consumers in Indonesia who are still very early or still in the awareness stage of the acceptance and/or application of AR/VR technology in online shopping. The study employs a positivist scientific method to systematically investigate the external variables influencing the adoption of AR and VR technologies in the live commerce beauty industry, identifying five significant determinants: Content Relevance, Performance Expectancy, Hedonic Motivation, Personal Innovativeness, Social Media Influence, and Trust. Effort Expectancy and Trust did not significantly affect Behavioral Intention, while Consumer Readiness (CR) positively affected Behavior Intention (BI), indicating that informed consumers are more likely to adopt AR/ VR technologies when exposed to social media influence. The findings suggest several strategies for businesses to enhance consumer adoption, with the goal of converting viewers into buyers. Additionally, developing frameworks to measure the return on investment (ROI) of AR integration in e-commerce could provide valuable insights for businesses, justifying investments and refining strategies for sustainable profitability.

ANALYSIS OF ALLOWANCE PROVISION AND TOKEN ECONOMY SYSTEM ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT AT PT. ECODU

2025-01-13T03:49:59+00:00

The token economy system is a new incentive system that aims to enhance employee engagement, productivity, and overall performance at the company. In this study, the Token Economy Method was used to evaluate the impact of the token economy on employee performance improvement. The data were collected using a combination of primary and secondary data methods, including interviews with company stakeholders and questionnaire surveys to employees. The collected data was then analyzed using qualitative and quantitative methods, with the application of multiple regression. The results of the analysis show the importance of a fair and effective benefits system, and the potential of token economy in improving employee discipline and performance. The fishbone analysis concludes that there are several areas where the conventional allowance system could be improved to improve employee performance, including motivation and rewards, allowance fairness, healthcare and well-being allowances, cost efficiency, and retention impact. This method demonstrates a strong statistical influence on performance improvement, accounting for 96.8% of the variance in employee performance. Overall, this method emerges as an innovative and effective approach to managing bonuses that enhances employee engagement and productivity, creating a performance-driven culture within PT.

ANALYSIS OF COST AND TIME VARIANCE IN CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS USING CV AND SV PARAMETERS: A CASE STUDY OF THE JEMBER LUNG HOSPITAL BUILDING

2025-01-06T02:17:54+00:00

Cost and time management in construction projects is an important aspect of project management. In this study, the cost and time performance of the Jember Lung Hospital Building construction project is evaluated using Schedule Variance and Cost Variance analysis. The study aims to provide practical and applicable solutions to improve time and cost efficiency without sacrificing project quality. The results show that the project experienced a cumulative delay of 29 calendar days and considerable cost overruns compared to the original budget. In addition, the study focuses on analyzing the effectiveness of CV and SV variance analysis in the context of construction projects in Indonesia. The findings highlight the importance of strengthening risk management, more careful planning, and the application of more advanced project management technologies to improve the efficiency and sustainability of future projects.