Social Service Applications in Overcoming Poverty: Application of the Social Welfare Information System Next Generation (SIKS-NG) in Indonesia

Abstract

The problem of poverty is something that is felt by almost all countries in the world. This study aims to analyze poverty alleviation in Indonesia with various programs using a database using the SIKS-NG technology system. This study uses a qualitative research method. This research was conducted in Indonesia, especially in the Makassar City area of South Sulawesi Province. Data collection techniques in this study were observation, interviews and document studies relevant to the research being conducted. Nvivo was also used in the analysis stage of the results of observations, interviews and document studies. The results of this study indicate that the implementation of the SISK-NG system in Makassar City indicates a very important innovation to overcome the problem of poverty. Using this system provides good data management, transparency in recruitment and budget distribution, and facilitates communication between implementing agencies. However, the challenges faced are related to the lack of infrastructure and data security issues.