What the study found
The study found that an Android-based "Tire-Math" application prototype was developed to integrate business mathematics into receivables management for tire-recycling MSMEs.
Why the authors say this matters
The authors conclude that integrating business mathematics through digital platforms is a crucial innovation for strengthening managerial capabilities and sustainability in tire-recycling MSME entrepreneurship. The findings indicate that the application may help business actors monitor cash flows more accurately.
What the researchers tested
The researchers used a Research and Development (R&D) approach with a 4D model: Define, Design, Develop, and Disseminate. In this article, the work was limited to the Define and Design stages, using in-depth interviews with business owners and analysis of operational tasks.
What worked and what didn't
The design stage produced an initial prototype that automates receivables balance calculations and includes a digital repayment reminder feature. The abstract does not report testing beyond this prototype design stage, so no further performance results are described.
What to keep in mind
The study was limited to the Define and Design stages of the 4D model. The abstract does not describe later development, dissemination, or evaluation results.
Key points
- An Android-based "Tire-Math" application prototype was developed for receivables management in tire-recycling MSMEs.
- The application was designed to integrate business mathematics into MSME financial management.
- The prototype automates receivables balance calculations and includes a digital repayment reminder feature.
- The study used an R&D approach with a 4D model, but only the Define and Design stages were completed.
- The abstract says digital business mathematics integration may help strengthen managerial capabilities and cash-flow monitoring.
Disclosure
- Research title:
- Android app prototype supports receivables management in tire recycling MSMEs
- Authors:
- Qurrotu A'yunin, Rani Darmayanti
- Institutions:
- Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Indonesia, Institut Teknologi dan Sains Nahdlatul Ulama
- Publication date:
- 2026-01-25
- OpenAlex record:
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- Image credit:
- Photo by Sajad Nori on Unsplash · Unsplash License
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