Vol. 4 No. 7 (2025)
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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES FOR SAGO PROCESSING IN MERAUKE REGENCY: A BUSINESS MODEL CANVAS AND SWOT ANALYSIS

Authors

Jacobus Rico Kuntag , Yumiad Fernando Richard , Muhammad Awal

DOI:

10.54443/sibatik.v4i7.2926

Published:

2025-06-12

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Abstract

This study aims to identify and analyze business development strategies for sago processing in Merauke Regency to enhance competitiveness and sustainability. Utilizing the Business Model Canvas method and SWOT analysis, the study reveals key challenges in production management, including limited processing technology, financial management issues, and marketing management constraints. To address these challenges, investment in advanced technology, managerial training, and effective marketing strategies are required. This research provides practical guidelines for sago processing business actors and contributes academically to the fields of sustainable marketing and SME development.

Keywords:

Business development strategies, sago processing, Merauke regency

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Author Biographies

Jacobus Rico Kuntag, Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Musamus, Indonesia

Yumiad Fernando Richard, Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Musamus, Indonesia

Muhammad Awal, Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Musamus, Indonesia

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Rico Kuntag, J. ., Fernando Richard, Y. ., & Awal, M. . (2025). BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES FOR SAGO PROCESSING IN MERAUKE REGENCY: A BUSINESS MODEL CANVAS AND SWOT ANALYSIS. SIBATIK JOURNAL: Jurnal Ilmiah Bidang Sosial, Ekonomi, Budaya, Teknologi, Dan Pendidikan, 4(7), 1381–1392. https://doi.org/10.54443/sibatik.v4i7.2926

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