Uce Karna Suganda
Universitas Widyatama, Bandung, 40124, Indonesia

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GREEN TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION IN INDONESIAN INDUSTRIES: DRIVERS, CHALLENGES, AND PERFORMANCE IMPLICATIONS Herry Achmad Buchory; Uce Karna Suganda; Ijang Faisal
Journal of Economics, Accounting, Business, Management, Engineering and Society Vol. 1 No. 11 (2024): KISA INSTITUE : October 2024
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Background: Indonesia faces environmental pressures from rapid industrialization. Green technology adoption offers solutions for reducing emissions and improving resource efficiency, yet adoption remains uneven across sectors. Aims: This study investigates drivers, barriers, and performance implications of green technology adoption in Indonesian industries. Research Method: A mixed-methods approach combined surveys of 198 firms across five sectors with 25 in-depth interviews. Data were analyzed using PLS-SEM and thematic analysis. Results and Conclusion: Regulatory pressure (β=0.38), customer demand (β=0.41), and cost benefits (β=0.35) drive adoption. Major barriers include high costs (71%), lack of expertise (64%), and insufficient support (59%). Adopters reported 26% emissions reduction, 32% energy efficiency gains, 23% water conservation, and 29% waste reduction. Comprehensive policies, incentives, and capacity building are needed to accelerate adoption. Contribution: This research provides empirical evidence on green technology adoption in developing economies, offering insights for policymakers and industry practitioners.
INNOVATION ADOPTION BARRIERS IN INDONESIAN MANUFACTURING SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES Herry Achmad Buchory; Uce Karna Suganda; Ijang Faisal
Journal of Economics, Accounting, Business, Management, Engineering and Society Vol. 1 No. 7 (2024): KISA INSTITUE : June 2024
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Background: Innovation adoption remains critical for manufacturing SME competitiveness, yet many Indonesian enterprises struggle to implement innovations despite recognizing their importance. Aims: This study identifies and analyzes primary barriers preventing Indonesian manufacturing SMEs from successfully adopting innovations. Research Method: Qualitative approach involving in-depth interviews with 32 manufacturing SME owners and managers across West Java representing diverse subsectors. Thematic analysis identified recurring barrier patterns. Results and Conclusion: Analysis reveals five major barrier categories: financial resource constraints (78%), technical knowledge gaps (65%), organizational risk aversion (58%), infrastructure limitations (52%), and regulatory complexity (43%). Barriers interact creating compound effects. Contribution: Research provides empirical evidence on innovation barriers in Indonesian manufacturing SME contexts, offering practical recommendations for targeted interventions.
SUSTAINABILITY PRACTICES AND COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE IN INDONESIAN CONSUMER GOODS COMPANIES Ijang Faisal; Herry Achmad Buchory; Uce Karna Suganda
Journal of Economics, Accounting, Business, Management, Engineering and Society Vol. 1 No. 8 (2024): KISA INSTITUE : July 2024
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Background: Environmental concerns and stakeholder pressures drive Indonesian consumer goods companies to adopt sustainability practices, yet implementation varies substantially across organizations. Aims: This study examines sustainability practice adoption and its relationship with competitive advantage in Indonesian consumer goods sector. Research Method: Mixed-methods research combining survey of 142 consumer goods companies with case studies of 10 sustainability leaders across food, beverage, personal care, and household products categories. Results and Conclusion: Companies implementing comprehensive sustainability strategies demonstrate 27 percent stronger brand reputation, 23 percent improved customer loyalty, and 31 percent better investor attractiveness compared to minimal adopters. However, only 34 percent of companies integrate sustainability into core strategy. Green product development, waste reduction, and sustainable sourcing emerge as most impactful practices. Contribution: Research provides framework for Indonesian consumer goods companies to develop sustainability strategies generating competitive advantages while addressing environmental and social responsibilities.