<![CDATA[This study aims to analyze the role of the Sharia Supervisory Board (Dewan Pengawas Syariah/DPS) in strengthening Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) within the operational activities of Islamic Financial Institutions (Lembaga Keuangan Syariah/LKS). The research also examines the DPS's implementation of SOP supervision, identifies constraints, and identifies efforts to optimize sharia supervision. The study employs a qualitative research design with a descriptive-analytical approach. Data were collected through literature review and documentation, using various sources, including peer-reviewed journals, books, fatwas issued by the National Sharia Board–Indonesian Council of Ulama (DSN-MUI), regulations from the Financial Services Authority (OJK), the Sharia Banking Law, and other relevant supporting documents. The collected data were then analyzed using descriptive analysis techniques to connect the findings with theories of sharia compliance and sharia governance. The results of the study indicate that the DPS plays a strategic role in strengthening operational SOPs through its functions of monitoring sharia compliance, providing recommendations, evaluating SOPs, supervising the implementation of contracts (akad), and reviewing new products and services. The DPS also contributes to building a culture of sharia compliance and improving the quality of institutional sharia governance. However, the effectiveness of the DPS’s supervision still faces several challenges, including limited human resource competencies, issues related to independence, and insufficient supporting facilities for supervision. Therefore, enhancing competence and professionalism, and strengthening the institutional position of the DPS, are essential steps to optimize sharia supervision in LKS.]]>
