EVALUATION OF REGIONAL ASSET MANAGEMENT TO ENHANCE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF REGIONAL ASSET MANAGEMENT (CASE STUDY AT THE REGIONAL FINANCE AND ASSET AGENCY OF INDRAMAYU REGENCY)

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of regional asset management in Indramayu Regency, identify supporting and inhibiting factors in the asset recording and supervision process, and formulate improved procedural flows to enhance the effectiveness of regional asset management. This research utilizes a descriptive qualitative approach. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews with relevant informants, and documentation studies. The research object was the Regional Finance and Asset Agency (BKAD) office in Indramayu Regency. The data analysis techniques employed included data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing, supported by gap analysis (GAP Analysis) with the PIECES (Performance, Information, Economy, Control, Efficiency, Service) framework to identify problems and formulate improvement recommendations.

The results indicate that regional asset management in Indramayu Regency is currently not yet fully effective. This is due to the low percentage of optimal asset utilization, which is only around 40%. This condition is compounded by the large number of regional assets that are potentially idle or not optimally certified. Supporting factors for asset management effectiveness include the existence of SIMASET, data reconciliation, good coordination with the inspectorate, and a "jemput bola" (proactive outreach) mechanism in asset regularization. However, several significant inhibiting factors were identified, including the absence of comprehensive internal technical Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), a lengthy and time-consuming asset disposal administration process, limited operational budget for asset supervision, and a permissive work culture in several Regional Apparatus Organizations.

To address these issues, improvement recommendations include prioritizing the establishment of several Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in the form of flowcharts related to the technical administration and supervision of regional assets specific to conditions in Indramayu, as well as completing regional regulations such as the Regent's Regulation that comprehensively governs asset management. These recommended Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and the formation of regulations currently being planned are expected to create a more effective, efficient, and accountable asset management system, encouraging optimal asset utilization for public welfare.