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Strategic Resource Allocation and Operational Efficiency of Micro-Enterprises in Guiuan, Eastern Samar

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  • Jerome Eder

    (Eastern Samar State University – Guiuan Campus)

  • Josie Leonor Salvedia

    (Eastern Samar State University – Guiuan Campus)

  • Donna Marie Badar

    (Eastern Samar State University – Guiuan Campus)

  • Kesheen Abogaa

    (Eastern Samar State University – Guiuan Campus)

  • Jessica Loriaga

    (Eastern Samar State University – Guiuan Campus)

  • Joana Marose Tejano

    (Eastern Samar State University – Guiuan Campus)

  • Judito Sierra

    (Eastern Samar State University – Guiuan Campus)

  • Jay Ray Tanqui-on

    (Eastern Samar State University – Guiuan Campus)

  • Mark Edsel Nacorda

    (Eastern Samar State University – Guiuan Campus)

Abstract

This study examined the strategic resource allocation and operational efficiency of micro-enterprises, particularly sari-sari store in Guiuan, Eastern Samar, Philippines. Guiuan has various economic conditions and businesses making it a worthy site for studying how efficient micro-enterprises perform. Specifically, it determine the relationship between strategic resource allocation in terms of tangible and intangible resources and operational efficiency. A descriptive-correlational research design was employed. It's objective is to present an accurate of what currently prevails in terms of condition, behavior, and nature of micro-enterprises in the community, focusing on sari-sari store business. A structured survey questionnaire was administered to 84 out of 108 micro-enterprise owners (78% participation rate) in the area. The data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics and person's correlation coefficient. Findings revealed a strong positive and highly significant relationship between strategic resource allocation and operational efficiency (r = 0.848, p

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  • Jerome Eder & Josie Leonor Salvedia & Donna Marie Badar & Kesheen Abogaa & Jessica Loriaga & Joana Marose Tejano & Judito Sierra & Jay Ray Tanqui-on & Mark Edsel Nacorda, 2026. "Strategic Resource Allocation and Operational Efficiency of Micro-Enterprises in Guiuan, Eastern Samar," The International Review of Multidisciplinary Research, Vertex International Research and Consultancy, Corp., vol. 1(3), March.
    • Handle: RePEc:vtx:vertex:v:1:y:2026:i:3:id:150
    DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19337608
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