DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN DATA COLLECTION OF MILK STORAGE KUD KRUCIL ARGOPORO: THE FUTURE SOLUTION OF THE DAIRY INDUSTRY

Abstract

Digital transformation is a key factor in improving efficiency and accuracy across various sectors, including the dairy industry. The Krucil Argopuro Village Unit Cooperative (KUD), a key player in managing fresh milk from local farmers, faces numerous challenges in its manual milk deposit data collection process. This process often poses risks of recording errors, information delays, and a lack of transparency between farmers and the cooperative. This study aims to examine the implementation of digital transformation through an integrated digital recording system for milk deposit data collection at the Krucil Argopuro KUD. This study used a qualitative approach, with data collection methods including direct field observations and in-depth interviews with farmers and KUD administrators to gain a comprehensive understanding of modern agricultural information systems. The results show that digitalization can improve data accuracy, accelerate the recapitulation process, and strengthen trust between the cooperative and farmers. Therefore, digital transformation serves not only as a technical solution but also as a significant strategic step in addressing the challenges of the increasingly competitive and data-driven dairy industry in the future.