Appendix 1. Statistical Descriptive: Table 1.7 The Aggregate (Population) Data of the Ownership of Business Identification Number (NIB) in Medan City

Disclaimer:

The raw data originates from the Medan City administration's aggregate MSME data. In 2023, the researcher obtained research permit number 000.9/1826 and received authorization from the Medan City Government to analyze and publish this data.

Interpretation:

Table 1.7 presents data on the distribution of business registration across 21 districts in Medan City. It categorises individuals based on whether they own an NIB ("Yes") or do not own an NIB ("No"), with a total count for each district.

Key Observations:

1. Overall NIB Ownership in Medan City:
2. • 371 individuals (0.41%) have a Business Identification Number (NIB).
   • 89,820 individuals (99.59%) do not have an NIB.
   • Total population covered: 90,191 individuals.
3. Districts with the Highest NIB Ownership:
4. • Medan Belawan leads with 139 individuals (37.5% of all NIB holders).
   • Medan Tuntungan follows with 24 individuals (6.5%).
   • Medan Kota records 27 individuals (7.3%).
5. Districts with the Lowest NIB Ownership:
6. • Medan Tembung, Medan Deli, and Medan Labuhan each have only 2 registered businesses (0.5%).
   • Medan Maimun records just 3 businesses (0.8%).
   • Several districts show minimal business formalisation.

General Trends & Insights:

• The overwhelming majority (99.59%) of individuals do not own an NIB, suggesting that most businesses operate informally or under local permits instead of full national registration.
• Certain districts, like Medan Belawan, Medan Kota, and Medan Tuntungan, demonstrate greater NIB ownership, possibly due to economic activity or local policies supporting formalisation.
• Other areas, such as Medan Labuhan and Medan Deli, show almost no formal business registration, indicating potential regulatory or accessibility barriers.

Potential Research Implications:

• Entrepreneurship formalisation: The extremely low percentage (0.41%) of registered businesses highlights potential challenges in compliance or accessibility.
• Economic Activity by District: Understanding why certain districts have more registered businesses may reveal differences in commercial density and government enforcement.
• Policy Considerations: The data can inform initiatives to encourage business formalization and improve access to NIB registration for entrepreneurs.