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Optimizing Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to Build Competitive Advantage for Batik Craftsmen Zuhri, Fahmi Muhammad Az; Sukma, Erlangga Andi; Nikmah, Farika; Rahmawati, Rizka
Budapest International Research and Critics Institute-Journal (BIRCI-Journal) Vol 7, No 3 (2024): Budapest International Research and Critics Institute August
Publisher : Budapest International Research and Critics University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/birci.v7i3.7969

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ICT implementation is the application of information technology carried out in business to improve performance, maintain sustainability and gain competitive advantage. ICT implementation in this study is ICT infrastructure, ICT management and ICT proactive. ICT implementation in this study emphasizes the commitment to invest in information technology software and hardware. Then synergize ICT with its business processes. This study uses a quantitative approach, with a sample of 280 batik craftsmen in East Java, Indonesia. Data were obtained by distributing questionnaires, and 264 questionnaires were returned and considered suitable for use as research data. Data were analyzed statistically with SEM PLS. The independent variables in this study are ICT infrastructure, ICT management, ICT proactive and ICT implementation and the dependent variable is competitive advantage. The results of the study found that there was a positive and strong relationship, both for direct and indirect relationships. ICT implementation provides positive and significant support as a moderator in the relationship between ICT infrastructure, ICT management, ICT proactive and competitive advantage. ICT implementation also has a positive and significant direct effect on competitive advantage. ICT is currently not only considered, but should be implemented for batik craftsmen for competitive advantage.
Implementation of the Triple Bottom Line Concept in Business Development for Batik Craftsmen Nikmah, Farika; Hasan, Halid; Pribadi, Joni Dwi
Budapest International Research and Critics Institute-Journal (BIRCI-Journal) Vol 7, No 4 (2024): Budapest International Research and Critics Institute November
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/birci.v7i4.7987

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Triple Bottom Line (TBL) is a concept that is being promoted to be applied to businesses. TBL prioritizes the balance of people, planet and profit in business. No exception for batik craftsmen. Batik crafts in their production process involve a coloring process, which is dangerous for the health of their employees and a washing process that risks disrupting soil fertility. This is the background to this research, so it was carried out at Batik Bambu Kenanga craftsmen, Malang Regency, East Java, Indonesia. The research was carried out using a qualitative approach, with data obtained from observations and interviews. The results of the study found that Batik Bambu Kenanga is run with simple management, although not written and recorded every procedure and business process, Batik Bambu Kenanga has implemented TBL. Such as maintaining the health and safety of its employees when producing batik (implementing people), implementing adequate waste management (implementing planet), and establishing good relationships with village officials, local governments and other parties that influence its production process. These results show that Batik Bambu Kenanga, which has implemented TBL, finally gets convenience in running its business which is correlated with profit achievement. The existence of employee support, support from local residents and support from the government. All of that can guarantee the sustainability of the Batik Bambu Kenanga business and to gain competitive advantage in the midst of batik craft competition.