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Codas, Maria Stella G.
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MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES (MSMEs) IN THE PHILIPPINES: AN ANALYSIS OF THEIR PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT Dimaporo, Huzaifah S.; Codas, Maria Stella G.
International Journal of Application on Economics and Business Vol. 3 No. 4 (2025): November 2025
Publisher : Graduate Program of Universitas Tarumanagara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24912/ijaeb.v3i4.1809-1818

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Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are crucial to local economic development, particularly in rural areas like Sultan Naga Dimaporo, Lanao del Norte, Philippines. They create employment, support community growth, and enhance economic resilience. However, many MSMEs face challenges in procurement management, which can impact their efficiency and growth. This study examined procurement practices among MSMEs in the municipality, focusing on stock sourcing, negotiation, bidding strategies, and inventory control. Using a descriptive-correlational research design, data were gathered through surveys of MSME owners and employees. Analysis involved frequency counts, weighted mean, and Kendall’s Tau-b to determine relationships between procurement practices and business growth. Results revealed that most MSMEs are small sole proprietorships operating for over a decade. While basic procurement activities like comparing supplier prices are common, formal practices, such as written contracts or supplier evaluation are rare. Inventory control received more attention, with many businesses adjusting stock based on demand and managing supply timelines manually. A moderate but significant correlation was found between procurement practices, particularly inventory control, and business growth. The study concludes that improving procurement even through simple measures can enhance MSME competitiveness and sustainability. It recommends targeted capacity-building support to strengthen procurement capabilities in rural enterprises.
BRIDGING THE COMPLIANCE GAP: ISLAMIC MARKETING COMPLIANCE IN MINDANAO’S HALAL FOOD SECTOR Codas, Maria Stella G.
International Journal of Application on Economics and Business Vol. 3 No. 4 (2025): November 2025
Publisher : Graduate Program of Universitas Tarumanagara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24912/ijaeb.v3i4.1870-1879

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As Halal food gains global popularity, there is a growing need to understand how businesses put Islamic marketing principles into practice, especially in areas with smaller Muslim populations. This study explores the extent to which Halal restaurants in selected areas of Mindanao, Philippines, practice Islamic Marketing (IM) based on the 4Ps framework: Product, Price, Place, and Promotion. Using a descriptive survey design, data were gathered from 68 owners, managers, and supervisors of Halal-certified restaurants. Results show that the overall implementation of Islamic Marketing practices was at a “Moderate Extent” (Weighted Mean = 3.1). Among the four dimensions, Product received the highest rating, highlighting strong attention to Halal authenticity and quality, while Promotion and Place ranked lowest, pointing to challenges in visibility and distribution. The study also found a significant relationship between respondents’ profiles—such as age, educational attainment, years in service, and position—and their assessment of IM practices, suggesting that management awareness and experience influence the level of compliance. These findings reveal a gap between policy and practical implementation and align with other studies reporting similar issues in pricing and promotion strategies. To strengthen Halal marketing compliance, the study recommends capacity-building programs, such as seminars and awareness campaigns, aimed at improving understanding of Islamic business principles and building stronger consumer trust within Mindanao’s Halal food sector.
Co-Authors Dimaporo, Huzaifah S.