International Journal of Science and Environment (IJSE)

Environmental Law And Regional Autonomy: Opportunities And Challenges In Managing Natural Resources

2025-06-26T17:13:14+00:00

Decentralization and regional autonomy are pivotal in reshaping Indonesia's governance, particularly in managing natural resources. In environmental law, regional autonomy empowers local governments to take a more active role in protecting and managing the environment by local characteristics. However, the exercise of this authority is not without its hurdles, including regulatory disharmony between the central and regional governments, institutional capacity constraints, and underdeveloped oversight and public participation systems. This study examines the opportunities and challenges that arise when implementing environmental law within the framework of regional autonomy, with a specific focus on regulatory, institutional, and participatory aspects. The methods employed are a legal-normative and empirical approach involving an analysis of legislation, scientific literature, and case studies in several natural resource-producing regions. The study findings underscore that decentralization paves the way for reinforcing regional roles. However, this potential has not been fully harnessed due to the lack of policy synchronization and implementation capacity. The strategic role of regions in environmental protection continues to be impeded by the dominance of central authority, particularly in the mining and forestry sectors. Therefore, it is recommended that regulations be harmonized across levels of government, human resource, and institutional capacity in regions be bolstered, and community participation mechanisms in environmental decision-making processes be fortified. With this strategy, environmental law can emerge as a tool for ecological justice firmly rooted in local autonomy, fostering inclusivity through community participation.

Unveiling Gen Z Muslim Purchase Decisions: The Role of Product Quality, Social Media, and Halal Labeling in Indonesia’s Instant Noodle Market

2025-07-04T09:43:58+00:00

This research examines the factors influencing the purchasing decisions of instant noodles among Generation Z (Gen Z) Muslims in Indonesia, focusing on product quality, halal labels, social media, and trust in the product. Using a quantitative approach with Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) and data from 210 respondents, this study aims to understand the relationships among these variables and the role of the halal label as a mediator. The findings show that product quality, including taste and packaging, as well as social media, through influencer content and reviews on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, are the primary drivers of purchasing decisions. Conversely, the halal label does not directly influence purchases, as Gen Z Muslims consider all instant noodles to be halal certified according to regulations in Indonesia, making it a requirement rather than a differentiating factor. Trust in products, supported by safety certifications such as BPOM, strengthens the perception of halal, but its influence on purchasing is more indirect. This research enriches the Theory of Planned Behavior by demonstrating the dominance of product quality and social media in the context of Muslim Gen Z, while also confirming the halal label as a hygiene factor. Practically, producers are advised to prioritize innovation in product quality and social media campaigns while ensuring transparent halal certification. Limitations of the research include focusing on Muslim Gen Z in Indonesia, so future research may explore other factors such as price or the influence of religious communities.

Classification of Senile Cataract Disease Using Convolutional Neural Network Method and Explainable Artificial Intelligence

2025-06-27T01:27:19+00:00

Senile cataract is a major cause of visual impairment in the elderly that requires technology-based diagnosis to improve detection efficiency and accuracy. This study aims to classify the severity of senile cataracts in eye fundus images using a deep learning ensemble model approach consisting of CNN Custom and MobileNetV2, as well as Explainable AI methods in the form of Grad-CAM. The underlying theory is the Convolutional Neural Network architecture as the image feature extraction model, plus the transfer learning principle in MobileNetV2, as well as the visual interpretation of Grad-CAM to increase the transparency of the model. The research approach is experimental, with the data coming from the Senile Cataract dataset processed through augmentation and stratified division. A Custom CNN was built with four convolution blocks while MobileNetV2 was used as the pretrained feature extractor. Both were combined in the feature fusion stage and the prediction results were visualized with Grad-CAM. The evaluation results showed that this ensemble model achieved 95.6% accuracy, 95.4% macro F1-score, and an AUC-ROC area close to 1, and provided a clinically relevant heatmap of the lens opacity area. The contribution of this research is in combining two different CNN models with an interpretive approach that bridges the need for high accuracy and transparency in image-based medical applications, with potential applications in automated diagnosis systems and future telemedicine services.

Evaluating The Effectiveness Of School-Based Management In Enhancing Educational Quality: A Case Study Of Smp Negeri 3 Manado

2025-07-05T02:45:19+00:00

This research analyzes the effectiveness of implementing School-Based Management (SBM) in improving educational quality at SMP Negeri 3 Manado. The main objectives were to analyze SBM's effectiveness, identify supporting and inhibiting factors, describe the school's efforts to overcome obstacles, and evaluate its contribution to academic and non-academic quality. Employing a descriptive qualitative approach, data was collected through interviews, observations, and documentation. The findings indicate that SBM is effective in enhancing educational quality through active participation from all school community members in program planning, implementation, and evaluation. This positively impacts learning quality (more innovative teachers, active students) and improves teacher professionalism. Data-driven accountability is also key to its effectiveness. Supporting factors include teacher commitment, team cohesion, and the principal's open leadership. However, challenges include uneven human resource capacity and sub-optimal utilization of facilities. The school addresses these by conducting regular program evaluations, actively involving all school elements, and fostering a culture of discussion. SBM's contribution is evident in improved academic quality (learning processes) and non-academic aspects (environment, extracurriculars, collaboration). This study concludes that SBM plays a vital role in educational quality improvement, yet requires adaptive strategies for HR development and resource optimization.

Legal Study On The Perpetrators Of Extortion (Pungli) In The Aek Sijorni Tourist Spot In The Perspective Of Law No. 31 Of 1999 Jo. Law No. 20 Of 2001 Concerning The Eradication Of Criminal Acts Of Corruption

2025-07-08T02:17:14+00:00

The purpose of this study is to discuss extortion. Extortion is an abbreviation of illegal levies, which is the act of asking for something without a clear and official legal basis. Extortion is a form of extraordinary crime and is categorized as a criminal act of corruption regulated by law. Extortion often occurs due to abuse of office authority by an individual or group of individuals from a particular agency. Extortion activities often disturb the community. It even becomes a threat because the perpetrators often use threats or physical violence to achieve their goals. The type of research used is normative research, with an approach method through legislation. Results of the discussion: Extortion is an unlawful act that has been regulated in Law Number 20 of 2001 concerning Amendments to Law Number 31 of 1999 concerning the Eradication of Criminal Acts of Corruption concerning the eradication of criminal acts of corruption. Criminal sanctions for perpetrators of extortion are imposed under Article 368 of the Criminal Code which states that: "Anyone who, with the intention of unlawfully benefiting themselves or others, forces someone with violence or the threat of violence to give something, all or part of which belongs to that person or another person, or to create debt or eliminate receivables, is threatened with extortion, with a maximum imprisonment of nine years." 2. Government efforts to eradicate extortion: Limiting excessive procedures; Transparent in terms of requirements, time, and service costs for the community; Providing a complaint channel for the community if extortion occurs; Placing Satpol PP officers at every tourist location; Taking firm action against perpetrators of extortion.

Legal Study of Legal Protection for Victims of Cyberbullying Crimes Based on Law Number 1 of 2024 Concerning the Second Amendment to Law Number 11 of 2008 Concerning Electronic Information and Transactions

2025-07-05T02:43:22+00:00

The purpose of this study is to find out and understand about Legal Protection related to cyberbullying crimes regulated in Law Number 1 of 2024 concerning the Second Amendment to Law Number 11 of 2008 concerning Information and Electronic Transactions and Obstacles in law enforcement against victims of cyberbullying. The type of research used is normative legal research. Using a qualitative approach. Discussion Results: 1. Legal Protection related to cyberbullying crimes is regulated in Law Number 1 of 2024 concerning the Second Amendment to Law Number 11 of 2008 concerning Information and Electronic Transactions. The use of this Law has been felt to be very appropriate by applying the legal principle of lex specialis derogate legi generali which means that special regulations can override more general rules. So that the appropriate use in cases of cyberbullying is the use of Law Number 1 of 2024 concerning the Second Amendment to Law Number 11 of 2008 concerning Information and Electronic Transactions. This law specifically regulates crimes that are often committed by perpetrators of crimes in cyberspace. 2. Obstacles in law enforcement against victims of cyberbullying include: No police report by victims of cyberbullying crimes; and Lack of adequate facilities and infrastructure to uncover cyberbullying crimes.

Legal Analysis of the Role of Autopsy in Revealing the Crime of Murder Based on the Criminal Code

2025-06-28T16:46:35+00:00

The purpose of this study is to find out and understand the Role of Autopsy in Revealing a Murder Crime and the obstacles faced by investigators in the autopsy process in revealing a Murder crime. This study uses a normative legal research type. Discussion Results: First, Forensic Autopsy has a very important role in revealing a Murder crime. The results of a forensic autopsy in the Criminal Procedure Code (KUHAP) are used as evidence either in the form of expert testimony and/or letters (visum et repertum). The results of a forensic autopsy clearly have a legal basis, this is clearly regulated in the Criminal Procedure Code. The forensic autopsy process is very important in identifying the cause and effect of a person's death. So that forensic autopsy evidence has a clear legal position in the Criminal Procedure Code as evidence either in the form of expert testimony and/or letters; second, the obstacles faced by investigators in conducting an autopsy in revealing a Murder crime include: The victim's family objects, Lack of competent investigator human resources, Lack of experienced experts.

Legal Protection for Consumers Against the Purchase of Expired Products on the Market Based on Law No. 8 of 1999 Concerning Consumer Protection

2025-07-04T15:57:42+00:00

We often hear and see a series of cases related to the sale of Expired Products in the Market on television, almost all of which report on fraud committed by business actors in trade to deceive consumers as buyers of goods. This is not impossible to add to the series of similar cases, if the government does not take part in overcoming the circulation of expired products. The objectives of this study include: wanting to know how business actors are responsible for the circulation/sale of Expired Food and Beverage products and how to protect consumers against expired food and beverage products circulating in the market and consumed by consumers based on Law Number 8 of 1999 concerning Consumer Protection. The type of research used is normative research, while the approach uses a statutory approach. This study uses primary and secondary legal materials. Research Results and Discussion: First, the responsibility of business actors for dishonest trade towards consumers is through compensation with a refund of an amount of money according to the nominal traded, if the consumer has not yet consumed it, if they have consumed the consumer goods, and it has a bad effect on the consumer's health such as poisoning, or causes health problems, then the responsibility of the business actor will be greater, namely health recovery. according to Article 19 paragraph (2) of Law Number 8 of 1999. Second, Legal Protection for consumers has not been fully realized as stated in Law Number 8 of 1999 concerning consumer protection. This can be seen from the many business actors found in the market who are still distributing expired food and beverage products without supervision from the government and related agencies. The application of criminal penalties which is still not complete, of course, will not provide a deterrent effect for dishonest and fraudulent business actors.

Legal Review Of The Implementation Of Castration Law On Sexual Crime Perpetrators In Indonesia

2025-07-08T02:24:59+00:00

The purpose of this study is to analyze the Implementation of Castration Law Against Sexual Crime Perpetrators in Indonesia. The type of research used in this writing is Normative Research, namely legal research conducted by examining library materials or secondary data. Discussion Results: The Implementation of Castration Law Against Sexual Crime Perpetrators in Indonesia has not been effectively implemented. This can be seen from the many cases of sexual crimes decided by judges, not containing additional criminal penalties in the form of castration for perpetrators of sexual crimes. In addition, the implementation of castration punishment for perpetrators of sexual crimes is still a pro and con for the community. Where the punishment is not in accordance with the criminal system regulated in the Criminal Code. Another reason that the implementation of castration punishment is unnecessary is because it clearly violates Law Number 39 of 2009 concerning Human Rights. Where perpetrators of crimes still have the opportunity to live and continue their descendants. Castration punishment is considered very cruel and cruel, and inhumane, even violating medical ethics.

Legal Study Of Criminal Acts Of Electricity Theft Reviewed Based On Law No. 30 Of 2009 Concerning Electricity

2025-07-08T02:32:32+00:00

The purpose of this study is to find out and understand the Regulations on Electricity Reviewed Based on Law No. 30 of 2009 Concerning Electricity and Criminal Liability for Perpetrators of Electricity Theft. The type of research used is normative research, with an approach method through legislation. Discussion Results: First, the Regulations on Electricity Reviewed Based on Law No. 30 of 2009 Concerning Electricity are regulated in CHAPTER I to CHAPTER XVII. The Regulations regulate: General Provisions; Principles and Objectives; Control and Business; Management Authority; Utilization of Primary Energy Sources; General Electricity Plan; Electricity Business; Land Use Permits; Selling Prices, Network Rentals, and Electricity Tariffs; Environment and Engineering; Guidance and Supervision; Investigation; Administrative Sanctions; Criminal Provisions, Transitional Provisions; Closing Provisions. Second, Criminal liability for perpetrators of electricity theft is regulated in Article 51 paragraph (3) and Article 53 of Law Number 30 of 2009 concerning Electricity. Article 51 Paragraph (3) which reads "Any person who uses electricity that is not his right unlawfully shall be punished with imprisonment of a maximum of 7 (seven) years and a maximum fine of Rp2,500,000,000.00 (two billion five hundred million rupiah). And Article 53 which states: "Any person who carries out business activities supporting electricity services without a permit as referred to in Article 25 paragraph (1) shall be punished with imprisonment of a maximum of 5 (five) years and a maximum fine of Rp2,000,000,000.00 (two billion rupiah)."

Reduction Of Air Conditioner Energy Consumption Through The Implementation Of A Non-Invasive Sensor Based Automatic Control System

2025-07-07T13:12:28+00:00

High energy consumption from air conditioning (AC) systems is a significant challenge to building energy efficiency, particularly in Indonesia's building sector where AC units can account for up to 70% of the total electrical load. This problem is often exacerbated by user negligence, such as leaving units on in unoccupied rooms. This research aims to design, build, and test a universal, non-invasive automatic control device to reduce such energy waste by automating its operation based on occupancy and temperature. The system integrates a Passive Infrared (PIR) sensor for occupancy detection and a DHT22 sensor for temperature monitoring, controlled by an Arduino Nano. Its primary innovation is a servo motor that mechanically presses the AC remote's button, ensuring universal compatibility. The control logic activates the AC only when presence is detected and the temperature exceeds 25°C, and deactivates it after a period of vacancy. The device's effectiveness was evaluated through comparative 8-hour tests on two different AC units. The results demonstrated highly significant energy savings. The use of the device reduced energy consumption by 2.716 kWh (44.85%) for AC 1 and 3.280 kWh (41.80%) for AC 2. With an average energy efficiency improvement exceeding 43%, the non-invasive automatic control device is proven to be a highly effective solution. Its universal, non-invasive design makes it a practical and widely applicable tool for energy conservation in various environments.

InInterpersonal Communication Between Young Couples In North Jakarta In Dealing With Financial Problems

2025-07-08T04:41:28+00:00

This study aims to explain the form of interpersonal communication in the relationship of young couples facing financial problems, and its impact on household harmony. The main focus of this study is to understand the communication patterns formed between couples when they are faced with financial pressure in their household life. This study uses a qualitative approach with an in-depth interview method with four young couples living in North Jakarta who are experiencing financial problems. This study refers to the theory of interpersonal relationships and the concept of interpersonal communication that emphasizes openness, empathy, equality, and emotional support in establishing healthy relationships. In addition, this study also places communication in a relational context, where every interaction between husband and wife has an influence on the emotional dynamics and stability of the relationship. Data analysis was conducted using the Miles and Huberman interactive model. The results of the study indicate that communication that is carried out openly, supports each other, and is able to manage emotions positively has a great influence on maintaining household harmony even under economic pressure. Conversely, dominant or closed communication patterns actually increase the potential for conflict. Thus, healthy interpersonal communication is an important factor in building resilience in young couples' relationships amidst financial problems.

The Effectiveness of Environmental Legal Instruments in Addressing the Dynamics of International Trade

2025-07-04T16:16:38+00:00

The era of economic globalization requires Indonesia to adapt its environmental legal instruments to the increasingly complex dynamics of international trade. The regulatory transformation through Law No. 6 of 2023 on Job Creation has shifted the paradigm from an “environmental permit” system to an “environmental approval” system, while the implementation of carbon taxes through Law No. 7 of 2021 and various related conservation regulations presents new challenges in balancing economic competitiveness and environmental protection. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of Indonesia's environmental legal instruments in meeting international environmental standards such as the EUDR and CBAM. The research method employs a normative legal approach using library research techniques, examining primary legal sources such as the latest laws and their implementing regulations, as well as secondary sources from academic literature and international reports. The results of the study show that environmental regulatory transformation creates a paradox between deregulation to attract investment and increasing environmental standards demanded by the global market. The implementation of a carbon tax at a rate of Rp30,000 per ton of CO2e and a carbon trading mechanism shows progressive steps but is still limited in scope. The development of synergies between conservation and trade requires strengthening the Payment for Environmental Services scheme and sustainable product certification. The study's conclusions emphasize the need for a more balanced policy reorientation and a holistic approach to integrate economic, social, and environmental aspects in addressing the dynamics of international trade that prioritize sustainability principles.

The Influence of Leader-Member Exchange on Employee Performance With Job Satisfaction As A Mediating Variable At Harris Barelang Batam

2025-07-14T06:38:55+00:00

This study aims to analyze the influence of leader-member exchange on employee performance with job satisfaction as a mediating variable at HARRIS Barelang Batam. A quantitative approach with a causal associative design was employed, using a saturated sampling technique involving 52 employees. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling–Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) with SmartPLS 4.0. The results indicate that leader-member exchange does not have a significant direct effect on employee performance. However, leader-member exchange has a significant effect on job satisfaction, and job satisfaction significantly influences employee performance. Furthermore, job satisfaction fully mediates the relationship between leader-member exchange and employee performance. These findings suggest that improving employee performance through leader-member exchange requires an initial enhancement in job satisfaction.

Digital Labour In The Live Streaming Economy: A Thematic Literature Review

2025-07-17T00:55:07+00:00

This article undertakes a systematic literature review using a qualitative descriptive method to synthesise existing evidence on digital labour in the live streaming economy. Data were retrieved from the Scopus database on 15 June 2025 using focused Boolean search terms related to digital labour, platform labour, and live streaming. Of 116 initial records, 29 articles published between 2020 and 2025 met the inclusion criteria and were screened based on PRISMA 2020 standards for methodological rigour.The results show that live streaming creators labour under unstable and typically exploitative conditions imposed by platform algorithms and managerial authority. Despite these tensions, creators demonstrate agency through building peer networks,leveraging authenticity,and using community-based strategies of negotiating sponsor and audience expectations. Brokerage strategies, family solidarity, and mutual support serve to cushion precarity and enable autonomy. These findings suggest that creator agency is not an outcome of platforms as such, but of creators' adaptive strategies and social resilience. This review contributes to a larger understanding of the ways in which digital labour is organized, experienced, and contested on live streaming platforms.

The Management of the School Principal at the Early Childhood Education Institution of TK GMIM Pniel Bahu, Manado City

2025-07-11T02:46:05+00:00

This study aims to describe and analyze the school principal’s management at an early childhood education institution, TK GMIM Pniel Bahu in Manado City, focusing on the four main management functions: planning, organizing, implementing, and supervising. A qualitative approach with a case study method was employed. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and documentation review, and analyzed descriptively. The findings indicate that the principal manages the school effectively by integrating Christian values, a familial culture, and a participatory approach into all managerial functions. Planning is conducted collaboratively with teachers and parents; organizing involves proportional task distribution and cross-sector partnerships; program implementation reflects participatory and holistic leadership; while supervision is carried out in a reflective, transparent manner, oriented toward quality improvement. These results show that the school management not only aligns with classical management principles (POAC) but also reflects transformational, participatory, and community-based leadership. This study reinforces the crucial role of the school principal as an instructional leader who inspires and serves within a contextual and value-driven early childhood education environment.

Integration of the Roles of Men and Women in Forming a Harmonious Family

2025-07-18T02:15:21+00:00

This study aims to examine how the integration of male and female roles creates a harmonious family within the context of the Arjasa Jatisari Village community in Indonesia. The issue of gender role inequality in the household remains a source of conflict and a decline in the quality of marital relationships. This study used a qualitative approach with a case study method, through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and documentation of five married couples in Situbondo who had been married for more than five years. The results identified three main patterns of role integration in the household: collaborative, adaptive, and traditional. Couples with collaborative and adaptive patterns demonstrated more open communication, shared decision-making, and high emotional involvement, while the dominant traditional pattern often exhibited inequality and double burdens. Role integration practices were found to be stronger in childcare than in domestic work. This study contributes to theories of gender equality and family functionalism, and emphasizes the importance of equal relationship education and policy support in promoting fair and dynamic role sharing in modern households.

The Concept of Tourism Village Planning Based on Community Participation and Natural Potential (Case Study: Tourism Village in Southeast Aceh Regency)

2025-07-19T02:37:06+00:00

Developing rural areas based on local potential is a crucial strategy for promoting equitable development and improving community welfare. The concept of tourism villages offers an alternative approach that integrates cultural values, natural resources, and active community participation in managing local tourism potential. This study aims to analyze the application of the tourism village concept in rural area development efforts. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, this study combines SWOT analysis and the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) method to formulate an effective tourism village management strategy. The results show that the success of tourism village implementation is strongly influenced by synergy between stakeholders, the involvement of local communities as key actors, and the preservation of regional natural and cultural potential. The concept of Community-Based Tourism (CBT) is the main foundation for building sustainable tourism that encourages socio-economic transformation while maintaining the integrity of the local environment and culture. The implementation of tourism villages has proven to have great potential as a driver of inclusive and sustainable rural development.

Gender Role Shifts and Intergenerational Gaps in Family Structure

2025-07-24T01:31:16+00:00

The shift in gender roles within the family structure is an increasingly relevant phenomenon in the context of rapid social and cultural change. In the past decade, this shift has been evident in the increased participation of women in the public sector and decision-making, in contrast to prevailing traditional norms. However, gender inequality remains a challenge, particularly in the division of domestic duties and childcare. Furthermore, intergenerational gaps within families often exacerbate these issues, with older generations tending to maintain traditional views of gender roles, while younger generations seek greater equality and opportunities. This study analyzes the relationship between shifting gender roles and intergenerational gaps in family structure, as well as their impact on family relationship dynamics. Using a qualitative approach, the research explores the experiences of individuals from different generations to understand how these shifts affect family interactions and communication. The results suggest that recognizing more egalitarian gender roles can help reduce the intergenerational gap, creating a more inclusive and harmonious family environment. Overall, these findings emphasize the importance of education and intergenerational dialogue in raising awareness of gender equality, as well as the need to adapt family norms and values to meet modern challenges.

Analysis of Government Regulation Number 28 of 2025 concerning the Implementation of Risk-Based Business Licensing: Impact on the Investment Climate and Foreign Investment in Indonesia

2025-07-22T02:03:30+00:00

Government Regulation of the Republic of Indonesia Number 28 Year 2025 concerning the Implementation of Risk-Based Business Licensing (RBBL) marks a fundamental policy reform in Indonesia's business licensing landscape. This regulation, which officially revokes and replaces Government Regulation Number 5 Year 2021, aims to simplify and accelerate the licensing process, focusing on increasing efficiency, transparency, and legal certainty for business actors. Significant changes include the application of binding Service Level Agreements (SLAs), a fictive-positive policy to prevent delays, simplification of procedures for Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs), and strengthening the Online Single Submission (OSS) system as a single reference. The anticipated impact of the enactment of GR 28/2025 on Indonesia's investment climate is highly positive. This regulation is expected to increase the confidence of both domestic and foreign investors through greater certainty of time and more transparent processes, reduced bureaucracy, and minimized potential for corrupt practices. For Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), the ease of licensing and integrated access to various facilities and tax incentives through the OSS system will be a significant attraction. Nevertheless, the successful implementation of GR 28/2025 will largely depend on the government's ability to overcome operational challenges, including seamless system integration, human resource capacity building, and comprehensive socialization to all stakeholders.

A Comparative Study Of The Direct Appointment Process For Construction Service Providers Under Presidential Decree No. 16 Of 2018 And Presidential Decree No. 12 Of 2021 (Case Study: Gunung Rajak Village Library Construction Project)

2025-07-16T00:33:18+00:00

Construction work is an important part of economic growth. Procurement of construction goods and services is one of the factors for successful development. One method used in procurement of construction services is direct appointment. Based on this, the government issued Presidential Regulation No. 16 of 2021 and Presidential Regulation No. 12 of 2021 concerning procurement of construction goods and services. The purpose of this study is to determine the stages of the direct appointment process and to determine the impact of changes in presidential regulations on the process of direct appointment of construction service providers. Thus, it is hoped that it can provide policy recommendations that can increase the effectiveness of construction service procurement. The research method uses quantitative descriptive research. The sampling technique uses purposive sampling, with data taken from the Gunung Rajak Village Library Building Construction project and questionnaires distributed to service providers, service providers, and the Gung Rajak village community who understand service procurement. The data processing is descriptive and the questionnaire data processing uses a Likert Scale. The results of this study are that the process of direct appointment activities in the Gunung Rajak village library building construction project was carried out well and structured. Then the results of the questionnaire analysis with a Likert Scale showed the percentage value of the respondents' attitudes above 80%, with a small standard deviation value, namely (between 0.626 - 0.484), and an average Likert scale value of 4. These results indicate that Presidential Regulation No. 12 of 2021 is considered better in the process of direct appointment of construction service providers compared to Presidential Regulation No. 16 of 2018.

Smartwatches, AI, and the Three Faces of Technological Determinism: A Marxist Critique of Digital Capitalism

2025-07-22T02:04:27+00:00

This study explores the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in smartwatches through the critical lens of Karl Marx’s theory of technological determinism. In contrast to functionalist and adoption-centered analyses, the research problematizes the ideological and socio-economic structures underpinning wearable technologies. The objective is to reinterpret smartwatches not as neutral innovations but as artifacts embedded in digital capitalism—functioning simultaneously as autonomous agents, social constraints, and political instruments. Employing a qualitative, conceptual methodology grounded in Marxist historiography and critical media studies, the research synthesizes canonical texts with contemporary scholarship on AI, surveillance, and labor. The results reveal that AI-powered smartwatches reinforce capitalist imperatives of productivity, data commodification, and self-discipline, ultimately contributing to behavioral governance and user alienation. This study offers a dialectical framework that exposes the myth of technological neutrality and reframes wearable AI as a site of ideological reproduction. It contributes to communication and technology studies by advancing a historically grounded critique of how digital devices shape, and are shaped by, class dynamics, capitalist rationality, and power structures.

Study of scheduling DPRD building of North Lombok Regency using BIM 5D with Tekla Structural software

2025-07-16T00:32:31+00:00

The Lombok Utara Regency DPRD Building Construction Project is a multi-story building construction project using conventional scheduling methods with an S-curve. In accordance with Government Regulation No. 16 of 2021 on the implementation regulations of Law No. 28 of 2002 on building construction, which mandates the use of BIM for medium and high-rise buildings. This study aims to investigate the use of BIM through Tekla Structures software in planning project scheduling based on Detailed Engineering Design (DED) data. The research methodology begins with the collection of relevant references and shop drawing data. Using the obtained data, a 3D model can be created using Tekla Structures 2025 software, followed by scheduling tasks using Tekla Task Manager. The advantages of scheduling using Tekla Structures include the ability to create detailed models and facilitate scheduling through its available features, which display visualizations of each stage of progress. Compared to conventional scheduling using an S-curve, Tekla Structures provides accurate information through the visualizations it displays. The scheduling results for the construction project of the Lombok Utara Regency DPRD Building using the S-curve required 139 calendar days, while using Tekla Structures software required 111 calendar days. This study demonstrates that BIM technology can significantly enhance construction project efficiency.