scholarly journals Understanding the Perception of Lifelong Learning Programmes Requirements towards Employee’s Career Development

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (2S9) ◽  
pp. 432-437
Keyword(s):  
Career Development ◽  
Lifelong Learning ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Knowledge And Skills ◽  
Case Study Design ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Opening Up

The implementation of the Lifelong Learning programmes (LLL) is aimed to raise the level of knowledge and skills of employees thus developing human capital through increased productivity and competency. However, the extent to which Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) employees feel that this LLL programmes as a requirement for them in career development is still in question. This study aims to explore the perceptions of SME employees on LLL programmes requirements in their career development. This study applied a qualitative approach using case study design. A total of 11 SME employees were selected as its participants. The findings show that the average participants of this study agreed that there is no need for them to engage in the LLL programmes in terms of promotion from employers. This is because SME employers are more committed to working experience, working commitments and social skills. However, in the opinion of SME employees there is a need for them to join the LLL programmes for the purpose of salary increment from employers and opening up other better employment opportunities in their career development.

scholarly journals PENGARUH EXPERIENTIAL SHARING TERHADAP KINERJA BISNIS MELALUI INOVASI PRODUK SEBAGAI VARIABEL INTERVENING

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 62-82
Author(s):  
Fauji Sanusi ◽  
Gerry Ganika
Keyword(s):  
Product Innovation ◽  
Business Performance ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Metal Casting ◽  
Knowledge And Skills ◽  
Central Java ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Medium Enterprises

Abstract- Internal problems of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) have been extensively studied, especially those related to low level of knowledge and skills of their workforce, thus impacting company's business performance. This study aims to examine whether experiential sharing can improve business performance of SMEs through product innovation as an intervening variable. This research develops a concept of experiential sharing or sharing experiences as a process that can improve a company's business performance through product innovation variables. This study show that experiential sharing will have a stronger influence on company's business performance if it is mediated by product innovation. Samples taken in this study were 173 managers and / or metal casting SME owners in Central Java. To test research hypothesis, data is processed by using Smart PLS. Experiential sharing can directly influence product innovation and business performance of SMEs. Similarly, product innovation can directly affect business performance and can partially mediate relationship between experiential sharing and business performance. SMEs can improve business performance by increasing experiential sharing as a antecendent factor. In addition, experiential sharing can improve product innovation which can then improve the performance of SME businesses. Keywords: experiential sharing, innovation, business performance, partial least square

scholarly journals PEMBERDAYAAN EKONOMI MASYARAKAT MELALUI PENDISTRIBUSIAN ZAKAT, INFAQ DAN SEDEKAH PADA MASA PANDEMI COVID-19 STUDI KASUS: LAZISMU SURABAYA

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 221
Author(s):  
Ersa Dwi Aprilianto ◽  
Tika Widiastuti
Keyword(s):  
Social Care ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Economic Security ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Economic Empowerment ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Case Study Method ◽  
Medium Enterprises

ABSTRAKPenelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui peran LAZISMU dalam pemberdayaan ekonomi masyarakat Surabaya melalui pendistribusian zakat, infaq, dan sedekah pada masa pandemi covid-19. Pendekatan penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif dengan metode studi kasus. Informan dalam penelitian ini terdiri dari pengurus LAZISMU Surabaya dan anggota program UMKM BMW yang menerima pinjaman modal pada masa pandemi covid-19. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan teknik observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pada masa pandemi covid-19 LAZISMU Surabaya berhasil memberdayakan ekonomi masyarakat Surabaya melalui program UMKM BMW di mana keberhasilan pemberdayaan ekonomi LAZISMU Surabaya diukur dengan indikator pembelian kebutuhan pokok, kebutuhan tambahan, pendidikan, kesehatan, jaminan ekonomi, kepedulian sosial dan ibadah. Kata Kunci: Pemberdayaan, Pendistribusian, Zakat, infaq, Sedekah, Covid-19. ABSTRACTThis study aims to determine the role of LAZISMU in the economic empowerment of Surabaya people through the distribution of zakat, infaq, and shadaqah during the Covid-19 pandemic. The research approach used in this research is a descriptive qualitative approach with a case study method. The informants in this study consisted of LAZISMU Surabaya administrators and members of the BMW MSME (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises) program who received capital loans during the covid-19 pandemic. The data was collected by means of observation, interview and documentation techniques. The results showed that during the covid-19 pandemic LAZISMU Surabaya succeeded in empowering the economy of Surabaya community through the BMW MSME (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises) program where the success of LAZISMU Surabaya's economic empowerment was measured by indicators of necessities purchase, additional needs, education, health, economic security, social care and religious activity.Keywords: Role, Empowerment, Distribution, Zakat Infaq Alms, Covid-19.

EMPLOYER BRANDING OF MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES (MSMES) IN INDONESIA

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 165-174
Author(s):  
Ambara Purusottama ◽  
Teddy Trilaksono ◽  
Ari Ardianto
Keyword(s):  
Financial Constraints ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Human Resources Management ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Human Resource Managers ◽  
Employer Branding ◽  
Resources Management ◽  
Resource Managers ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Depth Interviews

This study attempts to narrow the gaps that exist in the literature about branding in the context of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The research method used is a qualitative approach through in-depth interviews with Owners, Managing Directors, and Human Resource Managers in MSMEs. The results of this study indicate that the UMKM employer branding is still limited to intention. It can be seen from the absence of programs or activities that support employer branding programs that are felt directly by their employees. This is induced by the focus of MSME businessmen who are still on fundamental issues such as financial constraints and the absence of loyal consumers. The results of this study can be used by educators or stakeholders in Indonesian MSMEs as a reference for formulating employer branding approaches and strategies that are in line with the characteristics of MSMEs in Indonesia. Keywords: Employer branding, Human resources management, Micro, small and medium enterprises

Pure Biologics – From a Bootstrapped Boutique CRO to an Integrated Drug Discovery Public Company

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 48-63
Author(s):  
Sameer Deshmukh ◽  
Przemysław Jurek ◽  
Filip Jelen ◽  
Sabina Tabaczar ◽  
Tomasz Bakowski ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Drug Discovery ◽  
Present Article ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Public Funding ◽  
Corporate Management ◽  
Publicly Traded ◽  
Biopharmaceutical Company ◽  
Public Company ◽  
Medium Enterprises

The present article is a case study of a Polish biopharmaceutical company, “Pure Biologics”. The company was founded in 2010 by a group of scientists and, over the last nine years, grew substantially from just a few individuals to nearly one hundred professionals. Initially, a privately-funded civil partnership, Pure Biologics, has been transformed into a publicly-traded company. Such a transformation has been possible not only because of the expertise and growing experience of corporate management, but also the specific economic environment and substantial public funding dedicated to innovative Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs).

Relevant factors of innovation contests for SMEs

2017 ◽  
Vol 23 (6) ◽  
pp. 1196-1215 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Isabel Rodriguez Ferradas ◽  
José A. Alfaro Tanco ◽  
Francesco Sandulli
Keyword(s):  
New Product Development ◽  
Corporate Culture ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Retrospective Case ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Context Factors ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Design Factors ◽  
Relevant Factors

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the relevant factors that influence the implementation of innovation contests, an open innovation (OI) practice that has been extensively reported in the literature as a managerial tool for external knowledge search. The authors focus the study on the context of small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Design/methodology/approach The approach is a retrospective case study. This methodology allows an in-depth view into a Spanish SME that successfully undertook two new product development processes thanks to the deployment of innovation contests. Findings The main context factors influencing innovation contests as managerial tool are ambidexterity, technological and marketing turbulence and intermediaries, among others. Regarding design factors, this work highlights the role of attraction and facilitation. Additionally, the repetitive implementation of innovation contests creates a corporate culture that promotes OI activities. Practical implications Managers will understand that they can use innovation contests as a managerial tool, and knowing the factors that need to be taken into account when implementing an innovation contest will help SMEs managers to make better use of this practice. Originality/value This case study enriches the literature of both innovation contests and topics relevant to SMEs. Based on a theoretical framework of the design factors that influence the implementation of innovation contests, the authors propose a research framework that incorporates those context factors in association with an SME.

scholarly journals Success Drivers for Implementing Circular Economy: A Case Study from the Building Sector in Colombia

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 1350
Author(s):  
Luz Elba Torres-Guevara ◽  
Vanessa Prieto-Sandoval ◽  
Andres Mejia-Villa
Keyword(s):  
Circular Economy ◽  
Small And Medium Enterprises ◽  
Implementation Process ◽  
Construction Sector ◽  
Direct Communication ◽  
Management Commitment ◽  
Medium Enterprises ◽  
Large Building ◽  
Do So

This paper contributes to the circular economy (CE) literature by investigating the drivers of success of the CE implementation in the construction sector and how those drivers can complement any implementation process in small and medium enterprises (SMEs). To do so, we analyzed the case of TECMO Estructuras Metálicas, using the methodology proposed by Jaca and colleagues to implement the CE in SMEs. It is a Colombian company with more than five decades of experience in the manufacture and installation of steel and aluminum structures for small and large building and infrastructure projects. The data were collected between August 2019 and November 2020 through direct communication with the company via workshops, meetings, and company reports. This research found that five drivers are relevant for implementing CE in the construction sector: fertile ecosystem, management commitment, identification of valuable materials, green teams, and CE intermediaries. Moreover, this study also contributes to teaching the implementation of the CE in companies, since it shows that through the methodology presented, implementation projects can be developed in postgraduate classes.

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