Enhancing the Management and Sustainability of Village-Owned Enterprises (Bumdes): A Comprehensive Analysis of Key Strategies for Implementation

Abstract

Background: Village-owned enterprises (BUMDes) have great potential in supporting economic and social development at the village level. However, to achieve sustainability and effectiveness, proper strategy implementation is essential. This research comprehensively analyzed the main strategies for implementing BUMDes, focusing on community participation, strict financial management, and business diversification and risk management.
 
 Research Objectives: This research aims to evaluate the extent to which community participation, financial management, business diversification, and risk management have been integrated in BUMDes as the main strategy for achieving sustainability.
 
 Method: This research uses qualitative methods by interviewing the Head of BUMDes from each village, the Village Head, and three members and administrators of BUMDes from three different districts. the data used is primary and secondary. The data that has been collected is then processed using the triangulation method.
 
 Results: The research results show that community participation is a central element in the success of BUMDes, enabling more inclusive decision-making and supporting sustainability. Tight financial management provides a strong financial foundation and transparency, while business diversification with risk management helps reduce vulnerability to external changes.
 
 Conclusion: Community participation, strict financial management, business diversification, and risk management are the main keys to achieving BUMDes sustainability. Its integration into the implementation strategy is essential to sustainable village economic and social development.

Village Development Paradigms and Their Implementation in Post-Reformation Indonesia

“…The Village Development Paradigm emphasizes the importance of BUMDes in transforming village development, empowering rural communities, and improving the welfare of rural communities (Rares et al, 2023). Indonesia focuses on achieving sustainable development goals by empowering rural communities and improving human capital.…”