Building Economic Competitiveness In Central Java based on Information Technology and Locality

Abstract

Collaboration with technology is the best strategy to create regional competitiveness in this era. However, adjustments to locality elements must still be included because it is the key and capital of success. The purpose of this study is to develop a strategy to build the competitiveness of the Central Java region based on technology and locality with the Pentahelix approach. The method used in this research is Research and Development (R&D). The study is based on qualitative research with the Pentahelix approach. The second stage is developing a technology and locality-based platform implemented in one of the districts in Central Java. The results of the first research phase are in the form of an analysis of the conditions of Central Java which can be capital in increasing regional competitiveness and can be realized in the form of a digital platform with the Pentahelix approach. The results of the second study are digital platforms in the form of technology and locality-based apps. The new thing offered in this research is the R&D method used to develop a strategy to increase the competitiveness of the Central Java region.