Exploring Barriers to Adoption of Halal Certification among Restaurant Owners in Seremban, Malaysia

Authors

  • Zahari Md. Rodzi Kolej Pengajian Pengkomputeran, Informatik dan Media, UiTM Cawangan Negeri Sembilan Kampus Seremban, 70300 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia
  • Farah Azaliney Mohd Amin Kolej Pengajian Pengkomputeran, Informatik dan Media, UiTM Cawangan Negeri Sembilan Kampus Seremban, 70300 Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia.
  • Muhamad Helmi Muhamad Khair Fakulti Undang Undang, UiTM Shah Alam, 40450 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
  • Wannasiri Wannasupchue Food and Service Department, Faculty of Technology, Udon Thani Rajabhat University, Thailand

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v8iSI14.5046

Keywords:

Halal Certification, Barriers, Restaurant Owners, Seremban

Abstract

This preliminary study seeks to gain initial insights into the barriers encountered by restaurant owners in Seremban, Malaysia, regarding the adoption of halal certification. The research, which precedes a more comprehensive DEMATEL (Decision-Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory) analysis, employs a quantitative approach and data collected through Google Forms from a limited sample of 26 restaurant owners. The findings highlight four primary barriers: cost, lack of awareness, procedural complexities, and insufficient government support. Notably, this study does not aim for exhaustive conclusions but serves as a foundational exploration, offering valuable perspectives for further investigation. The outcomes will be instrumental in advancing our understanding of halal certification adoption among restaurant proprietors in Seremban, ultimately facilitating more in-depth analyses and strategic solutions.

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Published

2023-09-19

How to Cite

Md. Rodzi, Z., Mohd Amin, F. A., Muhamad Khair, M. H., & Wannasupchue, W. (2023). Exploring Barriers to Adoption of Halal Certification among Restaurant Owners in Seremban, Malaysia . Environment-Behaviour Proceedings Journal, 8(SI14), 3–8. https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v8iSI14.5046