Local Government Coordination in Digital-Based Micro Enterprises Development in Bontang City Government

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the implementation of local government coordination in executing Government Regulation Number 7 of 2021 (PP Nomor 7 Tahun 2021) concerning the Ease, Protection, and Empowerment of Cooperatives and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in fostering digital-based micro enterprises in the Bontang City Government. The research focus is directed toward addressing unresolved issues and establishing boundaries for the discussion within the study's scope. The determination of this research focus was conducted to understand how the Bontang City Government coordinates the development of digital-based micro enterprises as an implementation of Regulation No. 7 of 2021. In this study, the micro enterprise sector refers specifically to micro enterprises that are the primary subject of investigation. This research employs a qualitative approach with a descriptive method. Data collection was carried out through in-depth interviews with officials and implementers at the Department of Cooperatives, Micro Enterprises, Industry, and Trade (DKUMPP); the Department of Youth, Sports, and Tourism (Disporapar); the Department of Investment and One-Stop Integrated Services (DPMPTSP); and the Department of Communication and Informatics (Diskominfo), as well as with micro enterprise actors. Observations were conducted at the research location to support the documentation study related to regulations and policies. This concept serves as the central framework for understanding how changes in income affect economic activities. Data analysis was conducted based on the applied theoretical framework, and conclusions were drawn systematically using scientific reasoning. The findings indicate that the implementation of local government coordination in executing Government Regulation Number 7 of 2021 concerning the ease, protection, and empowerment of cooperatives and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in fostering digital-based micro enterprises in Bontang City still encounters several activities that are less than optimal. This condition results in insufficient effectiveness in outreach efforts and limited equitable access for micro enterprises, leading to various constraints that hinder the achievement of policy objectives.