Mengembangkan Usaha Kerajinan Rotan dan Bambu Khas Sambas

Summary

The video highlights the untapped potential of regional crafts in various areas, which can significantly boost local economies if managed well. Firman, an SME activist in Sambas Regency, shares his efforts in supporting rattan artisans in Piantus Village. Through collaboration with local institutions like BRI and government agencies, he has helped artisans improve product quality, diversify offerings, and increase sales. Firman emphasizes the need for synergy between stakeholders to make local crafts competitive in national and international markets, while fostering economic empowerment, especially for women and people with disabilities.

Takeaways

• 🌍 Every region holds unique potential, particularly in its local crafts, which reflect the area's characteristics and can support the local economy.
• 🧵 The craft industry in many areas is not yet fully developed and needs collaboration from all stakeholders to compete in both national and international markets.
• 👨‍💼 Firman, a local entrepreneur and SME activist from Sambas, has been mentoring rattan artisans in Piantus village for a long time.
• 🍽️ Firman’s business, 'Kaca,' focuses on culinary services and Sambas souvenirs, while also supporting local SMEs.
• 🏞️ Firman introduced a 'one-stop service' concept, which includes food, souvenirs, and mentoring for small business owners.
• 🌱 He began mentoring in Piantus after receiving an offer from the Sambas Religious Ministry, promoting product diversification of rattan and bamboo goods.
• 🤝 Firman emphasizes the need for community participation, better financing, marketing, raw materials, and product diversification to improve the local craft industry.
• 👩‍👧‍👦 Community involvement, including women and people with disabilities, has boosted the economy, with some products increasing in value from IDR 2 million to IDR 9 million after mentorship.
• 📈 Since Firman’s mentorship began in 2008, the quality and quantity of orders for rattan products have significantly improved.
• 💰 One major challenge for artisans is access to capital, but Firman partnered with BRI Bank to provide financial support, helping artisans stock necessary raw materials and meet consumer demand.

Q & A

Who is Firman and what is his role in the development of local crafts in Sambas?

Firman is a business owner and a Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) activist in Sambas. He plays a significant role in supporting local artisans, particularly those working with rattan in the village of Piantus. He provides guidance on product diversification and helps artisans improve product quality and market reach.

What business does Firman own, and what is its purpose?

Firman owns 'Kaca,' a business that focuses on Sambas culinary products and souvenirs. Its purpose is to promote local products by providing a one-stop service for food, souvenirs, and support for SMEs.

What was Firman's initial involvement in Piantus village?

Firman's initial involvement in Piantus village began when the Ministry of Religious Affairs in Sambas offered him a project. He introduced a concept for diversifying rattan and bamboo products to improve their marketability.

What are some challenges faced by the local craft industry in Piantus village?

The local craft industry in Piantus faces challenges in terms of community participation, funding, marketing, raw material sourcing, and product diversification. These factors have hindered the full development of the industry.

How did Firman's guidance impact the local community in Piantus?

Firman's guidance significantly improved the economic situation in Piantus. With his support, the artisans, including women and people with disabilities, were able to increase their production quality, leading to higher demand and better sales, such as selling a rattan chair set for 9 million IDR instead of the previous 2 million IDR.

What was the condition of rattan craftsmanship in Piantus before Firman’s assistance?

Before Firman's assistance, rattan craftsmanship in Piantus was highly traditional, with low-quality products and minimal market reach. Artisans lacked proper training and resources.

How did Firman help improve the production quality of rattan products in Piantus?

Firman helped artisans improve their production quality through training, introducing product diversification, and guiding them to meet market demands. This led to better quality products and higher sales.

What role did the Bank BRI play in supporting the artisans in Piantus?

Bank BRI provided financial assistance to the artisans in Piantus, helping them secure the capital needed for expanding their businesses, purchasing raw materials, and building stock for their products.

What are the benefits of the partnership between Firman and Bank BRI for the local artisans?

The partnership with Bank BRI allowed artisans to have better access to capital, enabling them to expand production, improve product availability, and respond more quickly to customer demands. This helped increase their sales and overall business growth.

What is Firman's vision for the future of local crafts in Piantus?

Firman hopes that the collaboration with the local community will continue to strengthen. He envisions further development of Piantus's rattan and bamboo crafts, aiming for these local products to thrive in both national and international markets, with full support from the government.