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The study aimed to assess the predictive capability of management information system (MIS) integration and digital marketing strategies on sales growth in food and beverage SMEs in Biñan, Laguna. It examined the relationship between MIS integration, digital marketing strategies, and sales growth through a descriptive-correlational study involving 65 registered SMEs, with a total population of 77. Key findings indicated strong agreement (average weighted mean of 3.31) among respondents regarding the value of MIS integration, and effectiveness (average weighted mean of 3.15) of digital marketing strategies. Sales growth was perceived as very high (average weighted mean of 3.35). However, statistical analysis revealed that MIS integration did not significantly relate to digital marketing strategies or sales growth. The study identified a modest relationship between digital marketing strategies (e.g., email marketing, social media) and sales growth, with email marketing showing statistical significance (p = 0.005). Overall, the model explained 21.9% of the variability in sales growth, suggesting other influential factors beyond the studied variables. While MIS was deemed beneficial for SMEs and certain digital marketing strategies were important for success, the study found no significant predictive relationships between MIS integration, digital marketing, and sales growth in the context of Biñan’s food and beverage SMEs. This highlights the complexity of business dynamics and the need for broader considerations beyond these specific factors.

Sports, as one of the extracurriculars in the school, has a significant impact on the development of the youth. The school is an avenue to give students opportunities to improve their physical health and well-being. The purpose of this study is to determine the status, strengths, and weaknesses of the sports development program (SDP) of a technical vocational high school in the Province of Sorsogon, Philippines. This study utilized the convergent mixed method of research using  a survey, unstructured interviews, focus group discussions, and documentary analysis. The respondents included two school administrators, twelve teacher coaches, and seventy-four student-athletes. The study’s findings provided an in-depth analysis of the status in terms of athlete development, staff development, facilities and equipment, and the school administrator’s support for the SDP. The qualitative findings concorded on the development program and strength of the SDP, discorded on the facilities and weaknesses of the SDP, and expanded on athlete development, equipment, and the support of the school administrator for the SDP. Furthermore, this study provided a comprehensive understanding of the SDP’s status, strengths, and weaknesses, guiding the development of a new sports development program with policies and procedures to address the challenges faced by the current SDP.

God’s truth is not at odds with love. 1 Corinthians 13:6 tells us that love rejoices in the truth. Most people would say that truths about God’s love, mercy, and forgiveness are loving. But they do not always understand that God’s commands summaries what love is. The knowledge of the truth and love is indispensable to the Christian faith. As it were, the Christian faith is not just a function of an intellectual assent to some set of doctrines about particular religious beliefs. Instead, it is a personal encounter with God, who is truthful and loving. In Jesus, we have the full manifestation of God. Jesus Christ, as God, is truth and love personified in this wise. Thus, the Christian faith becomes that personal conviction of an intimate encounter with Jesus Christ, himself, the truth and love of God. In this article, we shall explain the concepts of truth and love. In doing this, the concept of knowledge, the hermeneutics of truth- the logical truth and the revealed truth; the hermeneutics of love, love as a theological virtue, and the Christian faith as knowledge of the truth and love shall be considered.

Tourism is all activities related to tourism and is multidimensional and multidisciplinary in nature which emerges as a manifestation of the needs of each person and country as well as interactions between tourists and local communities, fellow tourists, local governments and entrepreneurs. Factors that influence ecotourism development strategies come from within and outside the tourist attraction with a focus on efforts to encourage sustainable tourism. Tourism village planning should also be followed by the development of human resources and tourism supporting facilities while still paying attention to environmental elements. One of the areas in Lampung Province that is developing regional potential in the tourism sector is Pesawaran regency. Sungai Langka village is one of the villages with potential for ecotourism in Pesawaran district. This research aims to analyze ecotourism development strategies in Sungai Langka Pesawaran Village, Lampung. The research method uses SWOT analysis to determine the internal and external factors of tourist villages with the QSPM matrix to determine the development priority scale. Data collection was carried out through direct observation and distributing questionnaires to village officials, village communities, visitors and local government agencies. The results of this research are regarding the form of ecotourism development strategy that will be used to increase the role of tourism in Gedong Tataan.

Clothing selection is a product of social construction that defines what people choose to wear. The choice of what, how, and when to select what individuals, wear is based on the perception that surrounds their reality. For the purpose of this research work, factors influencing clothing selection have been organized into a framework to facilitate easier understanding. The factors influencing clothing selection have been arranged into a logical system of concepts grouped into four categories: Social/Psychological, Economic, Environmental, and Physiological Factors. A detailed deconstruction of each of these factors has been further conceptualized into smaller concepts and discussed in a nuanced context. Under the Social/Psychological factors are concepts such as culture, gender, occupation, personality, religion, socio-status, and fashion. Economic factors evaluated are concepts such as the Economic well-being of a Nation (GDP), the Economic status of individuals, Economic environment (availability of technology and raw materials and buying behavior). Environmental factors such as Location (Urban/Rural), Climatic conditions, protection from extreme weather conditions, and unconventional places like deep seas, and space were examined. Lastly, the physiological factors such as age, health condition, and figure were also evaluated. Developing a conceptual framework for understanding clothing selection is apt in filling the gap in Literature since most research works on factors influencing clothing selection may not have been organized into a framework for clothing selection, whether intrinsically or extrinsically motivated.