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Unlocking Growth Through Innovation in Central Lombok District
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This study discusses the challenges faced by MSMEs. This study focuses on the importance of innovation as a transformer for micro, small, and medium enterprises, especially in the financial sector of Central Lombok Regency. The increasingly difficult challenges faced by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises are in Central Lombok Regency. This study uses a qualitative-exploratory approach. The study locus is Central Lombok Regency. Primary data collection was carried out using 3 (three) techniques. In-depth interviews were conducted with Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises, the financial sector, and other stakeholders involved in Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises activities and ecosystems. Next, observations were carried out on activities to better understand the daily operations and challenges faced by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises. In an effort to confirm the data and information obtained, a focus group discussion (FGD) was then carried out as part of the triangulation technique in qualitative methods. This study finds that fostering interaction among Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises is key to their growth and sustainability. Whether through traditional partnerships or digital platforms, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises can benefit from coming together to increase their competitiveness and contribute to overall economic development. Apart from that, the financial transformation of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises through innovation opens up growth opportunities and increases competitiveness in the digital era. The government and various related parties must continue to work together to support the financial transformation of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises. This can be achieved by providing adequate digital infrastructure, fintech education and training programs, and regulations that support the growth of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises. In addition, this study recommends that the government, private sector, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises, and other stakeholders work together to overcome challenges and realize financial improvements for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises through sustainable innovation in Central Lombok Regency.
Mentransformasi Keuangan Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah: Mendongkrak Pertumbuhan Melalui Inovasi di Kabupaten Lombok Tengah
Studi ini membahas tentang tantangan yang dihadapi oleh UMKM. Penelitian ini berfokus pada pentingnya inovasi sebagai transformator bagi UMKM khususnya di sektor keuangan Kabupaten Lombok Tengah. Tantangan yang semakin berat dihadapi oleh UMKM di Kabupaten Lombok Tengah. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif-eksploratif. Lokus penelitian adalah Kabupaten Lombok Tengah. Pengumpulan data primer dilakukan dengan menggunakan 3 (tiga) teknik. Wawancara mendalam dilakukan terhadap pelaku UMKM, sektor Keuangan, dan pemangku kepentingan lainnya yang terlibat dalam kegiatan dan ekosistem UMKM. Selanjutnya, observasi dilakukan terhadap kegiatan-kegiatan untuk lebih memahami kegiatan sehari-hari dan tantangan yang dihadapi oleh UMKM. Dalam upaya mengkonfirmasi data dan informasi yang diperoleh, diskusi kelompok terarah (FGD) kemudian dilakukan sebagai bagian dari teknik triangulasi dalam metode kualitatif. Studi ini menemukan bahwa membina interaksi di antara UMKM merupakan kunci bagi pertumbuhan dan keberlanjutan mereka. Baik melalui kemitraan tradisional maupun platform digital, UMKM dapat memperoleh manfaat dengan bersatu untuk meningkatkan daya saing mereka dan berkontribusi pada pembangunan ekonomi secara keseluruhan. Selain itu, transformasi keuangan UMKM melalui inovasi membuka peluang pertumbuhan dan meningkatkan daya saing di era digital. Pemerintah dan berbagai pihak terkait harus terus bersinergi untuk mendukung transformasi keuangan UMKM. Hal ini dapat dicapai dengan menyediakan infrastruktur digital yang memadai, program edukasi dan pelatihan fintech, serta regulasi yang mendukung pertumbuhan UMKM. Selain itu, penelitian ini merekomendasikan agar pemerintah, sektor swasta, UMKM, dan pemangku kepentingan lainnya bekerja sama untuk mengatasi tantangan dan mewujudkan peningkatan keuangan UMKM melalui inovasi yang berkelanjutan di Kabupaten Lombok Tengah.
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