International Journal of Islamic and Social Sciences (ISOS)
Vol. 1 No. 2 (2021): ISOS : International Journal of Islamic and Social Sciences

Enhancing Social Media Usage on Business Performance: MSEMs During The COVID-19 Pandemic in Indonesia

Seprianti Eka Putri (Universitas Bengkulu)



Article Info

Publish Date
14 Oct 2021

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to examine the impact of the increase in social media users on business performance in micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). This research uses a quantitative approach, with an analytical tool SEM PLS. A total of 250 responses social media users collected from respondents through purposive sampling technique with data collection used an online questionnaire. With research findings, perceived utility, and perceived ease of use, compatibility all influence social media use. Further, The usage of social media for marketing has a positive effect on the business performance of SMEs in terms of improving sales, customer relations, productivity, and creativity. The contribution of this study is to provide more relevant insights into the usage of social media on SMEs in Indonesia that are directly affected by the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

isos

Publisher

Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

International Journal of Islamic and Social Sciences (ISOS) is an open access, peer-reviewed, and refereed journal published by The Islamic Economic and Business Faculty, Universitas Islam Negeri Mataram, Indonesia. The main objective of ISOS is to provide an intellectual platform for the ...