The Behavior of Pottery Craftsmen in Developing Superior Products

Study of Community Social Behavior in Kebur Village, West Merapi Subdistrict, Lahat Regency, South Sumatra Province

Abstract

This research aims to analyze the behavior of pottery craftsmen in Kebur Village, West Merapi District, Lahat Regency, South Sumatra Province in developing superior products and analyze the driving factors and inhibiting factors in the efforts of pottery craftsmen in Kebur Village, West Merapi District, Lahat Regency, South Sumatra Province in developing superior products. In this research, researchers used qualitative research with descriptive methods. Researchers use several stages, namely activities in data analysis including: Data Condensation, Data Display and Conclusion Drawing/Verifications. The results of data analysis show that the behavior of pottery craftsmen in Kebur Village is influenced by tacit knowledge passed down from generation to generation from their ancestors. Apart from that, explicit knowledge also plays an important role in developing superior products, providing a positive social impact on the surrounding community. Driving factors in developing superior products include the availability of natural resources in the form of clay, human resources, as well as facilitation from PT. MAS and Lahat Regency Industry and Trade Service. However, there are several inhibiting factors such as the absence of cadre formation, lack of funds and equipment, and lack of attention and facilitation from related parties.