Management Strategy Based Technology For Improving the Performance of Vocational Education Organizations in Indonesia

Abstract

Digital transformation has become an urgent requirement in vocational education management to improve the efficiency, accountability, and competitiveness of institutions. This study aims to examine technology-based management strategies in improving the performance of vocational education organizations in Indonesia. Using a qualitative approach with a case study design, data were collected through in-depth interviews, field observations, and questionnaires from three vocational education institutions : State Polytechnics, Vocational High Schools (SMK Unggulan), and Community Academy. The results show that technology integration in the management system drives operational efficiency improvements, accelerates administrative services, and strengthens data utilization in decision-making. State Polytechnic A, which implemented an ERP-based integrated management system, demonstrated the best results across all performance indicators. Conversely, institutions with limited resources and infrastructure demonstrated challenges in the digitalization process. This study concludes that technology-based management strategies need to be designed holistically, not only from a technical perspective but also through strengthening organizational culture and human resource competencies. These findings contribute to policymakers and institutional leaders in designing adaptive and sustainable vocational education management transformations.