Search

Purpose: Explore the genesis of the global rocket launcher market, focusing on its history, current trends, and influencing factors. The research delves into the strategies of aerospace companies and their adaptation to changing market conditions, identifying key elements that shape and modify these strategies. Design / Method / Approach: Multifaceted analytical methodology was utilized, including logical, statistical, and graphical techniques to investigate the rocket launcher market thoroughly. A systemic approach facilitated the examination of the interrelationships among technological innovations, economic implications, and political factors. Structural-functional analysis delineated the operational mechanisms of various market segments, and comparative analysis was used to discern global tendencies and regional specificities. Findings: Reveal an analysis of the strategic approaches of entities engaged in the production of rocket launchers, emphasizing their state of development and evolution over time. This analysis also identifies the factors impacting the rocket launcher market, which are critical for the strategic formulation and adaptation processes. Strategies demonstrating significant efficacy amidst rapid market changes were distinctly highlighted. Theoretical implications: Contribute to expanding the knowledge base regarding the strategic perspectives of companies in the field of space economics, offering new data and interpretations. This integration of economics, technology, politics, and international relations showcases the benefits of an interdisciplinary approach in understanding complex industry processes in a changing market environment, specifically regarding strategic management in a changing market environment. Practical implications: As a decision-making guide for industry leaders and professionals, offering data and analytics for strategic planning and informed decision-making. Therefore, the practical value of the research lies in providing useful resources for a wide range of stakeholders, including industry representatives, policymakers, investors, and the academic community. Educational value: The findings of the study can serve as educational material for courses and programs related to the study of high-tech markets and the formation of a system of strategic management in companies. Originality / Value: Comprehensive perspective on the rapidly evolving rocket launcher industry, with a particular focus on the last twenty years and significant attention to the last five years. This period has seen considerable technological innovations and shifts in the global economy and political landscape, providing insights into the key factors shaping the industry and predictions about future changes and trends. Research limitations / Future research: The primary challenge for analyzing the market and company strategies is the limited availability of verified and reliable information, as the rocket launcher market is closely intertwined with state defense programs, which significantly restrict information access. Future research could delve deeper into the impact of technological innovations, government regulations, and the interaction between the rocket launcher market and other aerospace sectors on the strategies of companies from different countries. Given the dynamic nature of the market, regular data updates, at least biennially, are essential for keeping the analysis current. Paper type: Empirical

Purpose: This research work attempts to identify the determining factors of Koléa university campus generation Z students’ entrepreneurial intention. Design/Method/Approach: The applied research method is a quantitative approach in which a sample of 93 responses were analyzed using two software tools, IBM SPSS 25 and smartPLS4, and by adopting Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) and Partial Least Squares (PLS-SEM) for analysis and estimation. Findings: Results showed a significant and positive impact of subjective norms on the entrepreneurial intention of the study sample. However, entrepreneurial training, attitude towards entrepreneurship and perceived behavioral control had no impact on the entrepreneurial intentions of these students. thus, these findings led to validate the first hypothesis and reject the other three. Theoretical Implications: This study contributes to the extent literature on generation Z students’ entrepreneurial intention in an Algerian context by highlighting the importance of subjective norms in fostering this intention. Practical Implications: Algerian universities should improve and pay more attention to entrepreneurial education and trainings they offer to their students in order to incite them to create their own business using adequate methods. Originality/Value: Understanding the characteristics and needs of Z generation students is important for universities and businesses. knowing what stimulates the generation Z entrepreneurial intention is both interesting and primordial. This information will enable universities to qualify, evaluate, and improve their entrepreneurial training programs. Also, such study in the Algerian context is scarce and still not common. Research Limitations/Future Research: Like many research studies, this study presents limitations, including those related to the size of the sample and the fact that it focuses on only Koléa university students. Hence, it is preferred to conduct further researches on the factors influencing entrepreneurial intention among Generation Z students belonging to various Algerian universities and conclude through generalizing the findings. Also, a longitudinal study would be a great way to track this intention and identifying the other factors that led and pushed some students to take the action and create their own business. Paper type: empirical.

The paper analyses in depth and highlights not only the peculiarities of managing gaming communities in Minecraft, but also their strategies in the face of constant competition. The authors describe in detail the methods used by these communities to achieve their goals in the virtual environment, taking into account the needs and differences of this type of collective structures. Special focus is directed towards examining how new members interact and the impact they have on the management dynamics within the clan. Highlighting the benefits that a player receives when joining a clan is an important part of the analysis, which opens up new approaches to understanding the motivation of players in choosing certain gaming groups. Not only the effectiveness of player management is investigated, but also the ways in which server administrators facilitate this interaction and generate revenue. The authors reveal specific examples of gaming features that server owners use for commercial purposes, as well as consider strategies for forming clans and their potential sizes. The approach to defining the roles of players in gaming communities is considered to be innovative, enriching the understanding of their functions and contributing to deepening the analysis in this area. This work is currently relevant in the context of the expansion of gaming culture, as it brings to the fore key aspects of gaming communities and can serve as a valuable source of information for players, game team leaders, server administrators, and researchers studying this unique field.

A significant problem in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (hereinafter referred to as the SDGs) is insufficient financial support. The size of the investment gap before the pandemic, according to UN estimates, was $3.3-$4.5 trillion per year. The pandemic has significantly exacerbated the already difficult situation with financing, and has also set back humanity in achieving a number of the SDGs. The list of potential sources of offsetting the financial gap includes new taxes on the wealthy and pollution, debt relief for low- and middle-income countries, elimination of tax loopholes, redirection of subsidies from environmentally destructive activities, etc. However, a more market-oriented and gentle solution to the problem, both globally and at the level of individual countries, is the use of responsible investment tools. After all, ESG indicators are taken into account by investors and financial institutions when making investment and lending decisions, as well as by counterparties and suppliers in the course of commercial activities. ESG indicators are information about the environmental, social and governance factors of a company that are key to measuring the sustainability and ethical impact of investments in a company and business. The successful implementation of responsible investment is hampered by the existence of information asymmetry, for example, in the form of ESG mimicry. It means the use of various techniques that indicate the company's involvement in ESG, which is not really true. The goal of this article is to analyze effective methods for reducing information asymmetry in the ESG segment. It is proved that the use of responsible investment benchmarks in the form of ESG ratings can reduce the level of information asymmetry and increase the efficiency of responsible investment. In addition, the paper proposes a five-phase process for creating an ESG rating, which summarizes the experience of the best international practices and allows for more relevant assessments of companies' ESG efforts.

The article discusses the possibilities of using artificial intelligence in the field of social insurance. The relevance of the topic and the importance of using artificial intelligence technology in this area are established, since it can improve the activities of the insurance sector and solve various problems. The purpose of the work is to study the specifics of the use of artificial intelligence technologies in social insurance and their impact. The paper examines current technologies and areas of artificial intelligence application. The software solutions used by social insurance authorities are thoroughly disclosed. It is determined that artificial intelligence technologies are used in social insurance for data analysis, risk forecasting and decision-making. The functions and capabilities of artificial intelligence in this area are widely disclosed in the article. It is established that these technologies can be used to process large amounts of information, to collect customer data, to predict risks, or as a virtual for risk forecasting or as virtual assistants. The author analyzes the challenges and risks that arise when using technology. It is determined that the main ones are problems with confidentiality and access to technology. Options and methods for solving problems are proposed, such as data regulation, development of ethical standards, increasing transparency, etc. In addition, the advantages of using technology in the field of social insurance are identified. These include increased work efficiency, improved quality of service, and reduced fraud. Conclusions are drawn that show that the use of artificial intelligence technologies in the field of social insurance has great potential. This contributes to the development of insurance companies and improvement of their work.

At the present stage of economic development, the leading role in ensuring the competitiveness of both an singular enterprise and the country as a whole, as well as in creating conditions for the transition to sustainable development, is played by the successful implementation of the latest scientific developments in production processes, comprehensive support for the strategy of innovative development. The development and implementation of innovations is a complex dynamic process that requires the use of special research methods. Such a method is system dynamics, which makes it possible to take into account the nonlinearity of the impact of innovation on the state of the economy. The paper considers the methodology for building a model for managing innovation processes, taking into account the self-organization of the logistic type. The main danger that can accompany the evolution of innovation processes is the emergence of unacceptable dynamic modes, so one of the tasks of the study was to determine the conditions capable of ensuring the stability of equilibrium states of a complex dynamic system according to the proposed models. The object of research is a complex dynamic system, between the elements of which there is both positive and negative feedback. To build a model of the dynamics of innovation processes, the mathematical apparatus of the theory of differential equations was applied, which made it possible to consider the development of the innovation process in continuous time. With the help of the instrumentarium of nonlinear dynamics, a study of the stability of diffusion of innovations depending on the parameters of the control influence was carried out. The conditions for the transition of the system to a critical state, which may be accompanied by the occurrence of bifurcations and chaos, have been determined. Particular attention was paid to determining the structural stability of the regulated innovation process in the case when both equilibrium positions are close in terms of parameter values. It is expedient to apply the proposed model to solve the problem of innovation management both at the State level and at the level of an individual industry or an individual enterprise. The obtained theoretical conclusions were confirmed through the use of simulation modeling.

The aim of the article is to study the demand for educational services in Ukraine under the influence of economic, political and social factors that are effective in the country. Among the main factors influencing the demand for educational services are the COVID-19 pandemic, the full-scale invasion of the russian federation on the territory of Ukraine and, as a result, migration processes, the destruction of educational infrastructure, changes in the structure of the labor market, budget constraints, reduction of funding at the expense of households, etc. The projected value of the reduction in demand for educational services (number of entrants) by 2025 based on the studied parameters is on average 10%. A correlation and regression analysis was carried out to study the demand for educational services of higher education institutions (HEIs) depending on the main demographic, economic, political and social indicators. According to the analysis of the correlation matrix, the factors that have a high level of closeness of interconnection and a direct impact on the number of entrants to HEIs are the number of school graduates, the number of population aged 16–59 years and the employment rate. Factors such as a decrease in education costs, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the occupation have an inverse impact on the number of entrants. The paper considers the study of the effectiveness of the State regulation of admission to the budget form of education in individual specialties. For this purpose, data on the results of the 2023 admission campaign from the Unified State Electronic Database on Education were used. It is found that in 2023, the highest demand is for specialties related to the social and philological direction (Psychology, Journalism), as well as those that have a well-established importance in terms of prestige and employment (Dentistry, International Relations, specialties in the IT profile, etc.). On the other hand, the lowest demand is for engineering specialties, where the competition is two applications for three budget-funded places. The article uses econometric methods of analysis of digital information, analyzes the influence model between the indicators of the passing score and the general competition. Recommendations are provided on the revision of the policy of admission and competitive selection of students in certain specialties, taking into account the existing established trends in the demand for engineering specialties and taking into account the factor of occupation of the country’s territory and, as a result, changes in the structure of production and needs in the labor market.

Recently, the relevance of risk management of IT projects has increased significantly, which is associated with their rapid development and a high level of uncertainty in the external environment. The purpose of the study is to determine the features of risk management of IT projects on the basis of modern theory and practice of project management. The paper analyzes the essence of the concept of «IT project», as well as identifies its features, including: non-standard life cycle; mobility and ambiguity of some areas in the IT field; high level of uniqueness of the project; dependence on other IT projects and technologies; low level of project expertise due to the uniqueness of the technologies on which the project is based; high level of project complexity and uncertainty. The essence of the concept of «IT project risk» is also defined, the main types of risks are characterized. The features of using the PMBoK (Project Management Body of Knowledge) methodology in project risk management are analyzed. A characterization of the stages of risk management in IT projects based on the PMBoK approach is provided, including: risk planning; risk identification; qualitative and quantitative risk assessment; planning a risk response strategy; monitoring and control of risks. It is determined that risk management of IT projects using the PMBoK approach has significant shortcomings if used in conditions of a high level of uncertainty and novelty of the project. The article also provides a characterization of flexible risk management of an IT project based on the Agile methodology, which in turn is based on an iterative approach, continuous risk assessment and the development of measures for their adaptation. A comparative characterization of the approaches of PMBoK and Agile to risk management of IT projects is provided: their strengths, weaknesses, and areas of application are identified. It is noted that the choice between PMBoK and Agile approaches should be based on the specific needs of the project and the organizational context. PMBoK will be appropriate for large, long-term projects, as well as in situations where predictability, adherence to the plan are crucial, while Agile is best suited for innovative projects that are implemented in an uncertain or dynamic environment and require flexibility, quick adaptation, and customer focus. A significant number of project managers in the IT field prefer a hybrid approach that combines the strengths of both methodologies.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of a traditional approach to marketing in the South African Pharmaceutical industry during the Covid-19 pandemic. Design/Method/Approach: The study adopted a qualitative and exploratory research design with an interpretivist epistemological paradigm. Interviews were conducted using the Zoom virtual platform to adhere to social distancing restrictions. The interviews were recorded, transcribed, and analysed using QDA Miner Lite software. The purposive sample consisted of eight participants employed within the pharmaceutical and medical devices industry. Findings: The study found that the Covid-19 pandemic prompted pharmaceutical and medical device companies to modify their traditional marketing strategies. The restricted access of pharmaceutical sales and marketing representatives to healthcare facilities led to a shift towards digital marketing. Theoretical Implications: The study contributes to the development of knowledge regarding the effectiveness of traditional marketing strategies in the pharmaceutical industry during times of disruption. It highlights the need for pharmaceutical companies to adapt their strategies and incorporate digital platforms into their marketing efforts. Practical Implications: Practitioners in the pharmaceutical and medical device industry can learn from the study's findings by recognizing the importance of diversifying marketing strategies and embracing digital platforms. Adapting quickly to disruptive events such as the Covid-19 pandemic is crucial for maintaining market effectiveness. Originality/Value: This study offers new insights into the efficacy of traditional marketing strategies in the South African pharmaceutical industry during a global pandemic. It emphasizes the value of incorporating digital platforms and diversifying marketing approaches to enhance industry resilience. Research Limitations/Future Research: The findings of this study are specific to the South African pharmaceutical industry during the Covid-19 pandemic. Future research could explore the effectiveness of traditional marketing strategies in different geographical contexts and examine the long-term impact of incorporating digital platforms into marketing strategies. Paper Type: empirical.

In the context of the growing global concern for sustainable economic growth, the importance of managing limited natural resources and minimizing the impact on the environment is becoming increasingly evident. In this direction, joint efforts must focus on developing an economy that meets the needs of the present without jeopardizing the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. To achieve this goal, eco-innovation becomes essential, by promoting the development and implementation of innovative technologies aimed at supporting resource efficiency and reducing the negative impact on the environment. In this context, the paper aims to analyze the role of eco-innovation in resource efficiency, where the author presents and explains the interdependence between the 2 concepts in the context of sustainable economic growth. At the same time, the paper aims to analyze the activities undertaken by companies from the Republic of Moldova in terms of resource efficiency and the impact of climate change on strategies. The methodology is based on the survey method, methods of analysis and synthesis of data interpretation and relevant comparisons. The research results illustrate different ways in which companies are adapting to changes in their environment, including climate change, and various efforts to improve resource efficiency, which remain very modest. This underlines the importance of developing and implementing resource optimization strategies within companies, through eco-innovations, while monitoring the impact of these strategies, which is a way to respond to permanent challenges in the business environment and to contribute to strengthening a more sustainable economy.

The article discusses the main methods and approaches to diagnosing the strategic capabilities of enterprises. On the basis of the carried out study, it is found that today three approaches to performing diagnostics of enterprises have become the most widely used. The choice of one or another of these approach depends on many factors (the purpose of diagnostics, information and analytical provision of the activities of enterprises, industry affiliation, etc.). The paper summarizes the characteristics of diagnostics as a process consisting of purpose, subject, object, tasks and methods. It is substantiated that the process of diagnostics should include the state of an economic entity for a certain period of time, as well as forecasting conditions that can affect both positively and negatively its development in the future. The main directions of diagnostics of strategic capabilities of enterprises are allocated. It is determined that there are various methods for diagnosing the state of development of enterprises, the basic ones would be statistical, economic-mathematical, and special methods. On the basis of the generalization of research on the available diagnostics of enterprise development, an algorithm has been formed, which would be expedient when carrying out diagnostics. The presented algorithm consists of three stages, each of them comprising tasks, the solution of which would foster the achievement of the maximum result of a particular research. It is proved that in order to obtain reliable and high-quality diagnostic results, it is important to form an array of data that would meet the requirements for information, have an appropriate time range, completeness of information on the issues of the phenomenon under study. It is substantiated that the correctness of the obtained results of diagnostics and the concluding diagnosis determines an effective establishment of the existing crisis phenomena, identifying the causes of their occurrence, and ways of eliminating them in the future. It is found that the strategic opportunities for the development of enterprise should be brought through the prism of implementation of individual strategies according to the certain directions, with the determination of the effectiveness of implementation of each of the strategies, which will allow to assess the most attractive vectors of development for the enterprise and to strengthen the weaker sides. Such a comprehensive assessment contributes to the establishment of the correct diagnosis, identification of strengths and weaknesses, interaction of influencing factors, which allows managers to develop effective managerial decisions on the strategic development of enterprises in the future.

Blockchain is considered one of the most significant technological advances integrated into the Business Process Management (BPM) systems of various organizations over the past decade. The introduction of blockchain technologies is changing the way traditional supply chains are managed. In this sense, blockchain technologies have the potential to revolutionize complex supply chains in stability, traceability, and accountability. Since Blockchain technology has fostered the development of trust between many different parties, not just leaders and followers, it is assumed that Blockchain will give its adapters revolutionary characteristics. Upon a systematic bibliometric review that determined the impact of introducing Blockchain technology into the BPM, on the basis of previous research and scientific papers published in academic journals, it was found that most of the studies highlight the significance of Blockchain and its impact on the supply chain and financial sectors. However, this article aims to identify new characteristics of Blockchain’s impact on the BPM in various other sectors, especially in the telecommunications, non-governmental organizations, industrial, and banking sectors. The statistical analysis of the collected data examines the intermediate variables of the introduction of Blockchain technology (trust, immutability, transparency, and cost reduction) and its impact on increasing sustainability (economic, ecological, and social resilience) as a dependent variable. As a result of the study, the authors concluded that Blockchain has the potential to enhance the revolutionary characteristics of trust, immutability, cost reduction, and reliability in a business process model, accelerating the path to achieving sustainable development.

Purpose: Unsolved pre-war problems of agricultural production are additionally burdened by ongoing military operations, which have caused inevitable changes in domestic and foreign markets. Identifying and eliminating threats to the development of the agricultural sector will increase the efficiency of agricultural production, which will increase the level of foreign economic security of the country and, at the same time, strengthen global food security. Design / Method / Approach: Based on the data of domestic and international statistical services and organizations, we used economic and statistical methods (regression, trend analysis) and graphically presented the obtained results. Findings: A critically low share of imports negatively affects foreign economic security and pricing in the domestic market. The products export of plant-origin and low-value metals, as opposed to the high-tech products import, is critical. The condition with the provision of fish and fish products, fruits, berries and grapes, eggs, vegetables, and melon food crops is unstable. It depends either on conditions in foreign markets or only on domestic factors. The geographical structure of foreign trade is unsatisfactory and threatening due to excessive imports from China. An inverse correlation between the export volume of Ukrainian agricultural products and the world level of food prices has been established. Theoretical Implications: The work confirms the importance of the Ukrainian agricultural sector in the context of global food security. Practical Implications: We offer a set of actions, the implementation of which will make it possible to eliminate problems in agricultural production that negatively affect the state of foreign economic security. Originality / Value: Work on a highly specialized topic, which includes the development of agricultural processes against the background of ongoing military operations. Research Limitations / Future Research: In further research, it is advisable to consider the importance of the agricultural sector in the system of economic security of different countries since this article is limited to the methodology of the Ukrainian government. Paper type: Empirical JEL Classification: Q11, Q17, Q18

Purpose: The study analyzes the evolution of Business Model Innovation (BMI) in the IT sector, which is mentioned in many available scientific publications. The major output of this paper is concrete customer requirements that invite business model innovations to managed IT services and challenges to establish corresponding business model innovations. Design/Method/Approach: The study identified more than 200 journal articles and conference articles with BMI and IT service providers, and it conducted a mapping review of current research to identify relevant academic theories, implementation strategies, and BMI in the managed IT service sector while highlighting gaps in empirical research. Findings: Most applied are BMI and the framework of dynamic capabilities in business models of IT services. Early movers, who develop a comprehensive platform strategy, can achieve an invulnerable moat and establish a leading market position. Practical Implications: The insights of this study could be applied by large companies, small- and medium-sized companies and start-ups, researchers, etc. They can use the insights to innovate their current business models and improve tailored client solutions. Originality/Value: The study concludes that business model innovations and IT service providers develop areas for future success. Research Limitations/Future Research: The design of the study is based on a systematic literature review and limited to the areas of BMI research in the IT service sector. For further research projects, individual articles can be chosen to perform in-depth analysis. Our trend analysis shows the focus on main technologies. However, this can be compared with the technologies mentioned in the Gartner Hype Cycle. Further research could be conducted to overcome limitations and cover the uncertain content of this research. Paper Type: Conceptual.

The emergence of omnichannel is regarded as a direct consequence of digitalization. The first studies of omnichannel occurred in the retail sector, but today there is an increasing interest in omnichannel in other services, such as tourism, the hospitality industry, healthcare, and banking. At the same time, omnichannel has been influenced by digitization and the Internet, which are undergoing rapid changes, so the phenomenon of omnichannel itself is rapidly transforming. The paper determines the main approaches to the omnichannel phenomenon, its characteristic features, and research scopes based on current research. The main approaches to the definition of omnichannel have been systematized and analyzed. Thus, the main definitions of omnichannel in the scientific literature have been given in the aspects of retailing, marketing, management, strategy, and business. Therefore, terminological ambiguity can be observed, which actualizes the relevance of further research on theoretical developments in omnichannel. The creation of seamless and consistent customer experience (СX) through the integration of online and offline channels (digital and physical) at all stages of the consumer journey has been pointed out as a common characteristic of omnichannel. The important scopes inherent in omnichannel, i.e. Channel Integration and Customer Perception, have been distinguished. The main issues within the scope of Channel Integration have been defined as the followings: omnichannel strategies; the dimensions of omnichannel integration from customer and company viewpoints; the Integration Quality of Channels; the dimensions of omnichannel integration from both customer and company viewpoints. The main issues within the scope of Customer Perception have been defined as the followings: the determinants / factors influencing seamless CX and consumers’ behavior; the factors influenced by a seamless CX and channel integration; the omnichannel-capable measurement of CX; the dimensions of a seamless CX.

The article examines the mechanisms of public management of higher education in Ukraine and their implementation. The true nature of the «mechanism of public management» category is revealed, this is a necessary prerequisite for increasing the efficiency of public management mechanisms. Established mechanisms of public management of education modernization contribute to a coherent and rational approach to the management of processes of reform and renewal of the educational sector of Ukraine. The article analyzes the various mechanisms used by the government to regulate and supervise institutions of higher education. Also, the mechanisms of public management are characterized in different ways. These mechanisms include policy formulation, legislative framework, accreditation processes, quality assurance mechanisms and financial support mechanisms. The methods of managing the development of higher education applied by the government should have a significant impact on improving the quality of educational services in Ukraine. Each mechanism of public management has its own character and should be considered as a set of generally accepted management methods. The true nature and functionality of the education system is best revealed by a systemic approach. Various mechanisms are distinguished by the nature of influence, such as political, organizational, legal, economic and social. Effective management of the higher education system is crucial for the development of the country's education sector. The paper also examines the roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders, including government agencies, universities, teachers and students, in shaping and implementing policy and practice in the higher education system. In addition, it discusses the challenges and opportunities associated with public management of higher education, such as ensuring accessibility, promoting excellence, promoting research and innovation, and matching education with labor market demands. The article emphasizes the importance of a well-functioning governance system to foster a competitive and internationally recognized higher education sector in Ukraine.

One of the key challenges facing humanity is rapid climate change. The deterioration of the environmental situation is inextricably linked to the development of society, the introduction of modern technologies, and the expansion of business activities. This requires the immediate intervention of government agencies, international and regional organisations, and private entities to address this problem. The issue of environmental management is currently of particular concern and is in the focus of many institutions, including the European Union, which is constantly improving the ways and mechanisms for its regulation. As Ukraine plans to become a member of the EU, harmonisation of our legislation, including in this area, is a prerequisite for integration. Therefore, the purpose of the article is to study financial methods of environmental regulation in the EU and to determine the effectiveness of their operation and prospects for adaptation in Ukraine. The following methods were used in writing the article: analysis, synthesis, generalisation, systematisation, and specification. This paper focuses on financial methods, as they are the most effective. It is established that the financial instruments of environmental management regulation include: taxes and fees, emissions trading, compensation for the use of natural resources, bonuses and subsidies, cost of environmental restoration, environmental loans, green investments and encouragement of innovation. For European integration, Ukraine needs to broaden the tax base for environmental taxes. It is also necessary to review the rate of the environmental tax on carbon emissions, which is currently significantly lower than in the EU. Increasing it would allow exporters of goods to the European Union to avoid paying the difference in CIT and use the savings to address environmental issues. In Ukraine, unlike European practice, a significant drawback is that rents for the use of subsoil, water, forest resources, and oil pipelines are not considered environmental taxes and are not used for environmental protection measures. Funding for environmental restoration should be made taking into account all factors of influence for each specific region and the country as a whole. Investments in environmental modernisation can be one of the most effective financial instruments for Ukraine, as they are based on incentives rather than coercion. Thus, environmental management regulation in Ukraine requires reforming financial methods in accordance with the requirements of European legislation.

Improving public services delivery is one of the central tasks of public administration reforms, which substantiates the high importance of analysing approaches to tackling it. The paper discusses avenues for enhancing the quality of public services delivery in the light of the findings of the latest economic research. Methodologically, the study rests on the principles of public administration. The research methods of content analysis and systematization were applied. The results of the study show that today’s approaches to improving public services do not take into account the important aspects of their production and delivery, which are revealed by the principal-agent model and the concept of search, experience and credence goods that has over half a century of history. The article shows that the empirically established negative consequences of new public management applied in the areas, such as health care and education, are direct consequences of this neglect. We formulate a number of proposals concerning the improvement of public services delivery, namely to consider the type of service, to distinguish between the quality of service and the quality of servicing, and to produce credence goods and high-quality services in non-profit organizations while involving workers oriented towards serving the society.

As a technological powerhouse, Asia should not be overlooked. The region has been responsible for 87% of patent filings, 43% of startup investment, 51% of expenditures on research and development, and 52% of the global growth in tech company revenues during the past ten years. Within this framework, the current paper investigates the impact of fiscal policy and FDI on research and development in East Asian countries during the last 20 years. It further analyses the direction and shocks of these impacts. The methodological framework included theories of public policy and R&D management, the concept of absorptive capacity, etc. The database includes fiscal policy, FDI, domestic credit, and R&D data for 2000–2020. As a result, the paper adopted Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) and Granger causality tests to capture the short-run and long-run dynamic relationship among the variables. Next, we utilized Fully Modified Ordinary Least Square (FMOLS) and Dynamic Ordinary Least Square (DOLS) models to capture the cointegration between fiscal policy, FDI, domestic credit, and R&D. In light of this, the research revealed that the region’s fiscal policy and FDI outflows had a negative impact on the spending on R&D. Conversely, the results showed that FDI inflows and domestic loans provided to the private sector had a large favourable influence on research and development. It is also crucial to emphasize that the ARDL model produced results that were equivalent to the FMOLS and DOLS. Lastly, the Granger causality demonstrated a one-way causal relationship between fiscal policy and research and development. The study will help policymakers on how to promote R&D and enhance a country’s competitiveness in the global economy by paying enough attention to their fiscal policy. It will also assist policymakers to develop strategies to attract FDI that can benefit their R&D sector.

We attempt to answer the question that has persisted since the introduction of partial restrictions on access to international reference databases (IRDs) for Russian researchers: is it still reasonable for national scientific journals to strive to be indexed in these databases or does it make sense for them to tread their development path at the national level? The study tests the hypothesis that indexation of Russian academic journals in the Web of Science and Scopus databases affects their scientometric indicators. Scientometric management and data management approaches constitute the theoretical framework of the paper. The key research method is scientometric analysis of bibliographic data. An extensive list of journals’ scientometric indicators was addressed, including those used when compiling the Science Index ranking until 20232. The research data were retrieved from the scientific electronic library eLibrary and Scopus and the Web of Science databases. The sample of the study is comprised of Russian academic journals indexed in the IRDs and classified in the State Classifier of Scientific and Technical Information (GRNTI) as the socio-humanitarian block. The analysis of the sample indicates that the effect expected from journals’ indexation in the IRDs, which suggests expanding the international pool of authors and a growing global interest, is overestimated, since it is largely ensured by an increase in the national academic audience. We substantiate that, despite the positive correlation between the rise in scientometric indicators and journals’ indexation in the IRDs, the mere fact of entering these databases is not the primary condition for success and the ultimate goal of development. The paper formulates recommendations stating that interaction between journals and the IRDs should be organized in accordance with editors’ goals and plans for the development of periodicals.

The processes of decentralization have necessitated the spatial development of territorial communities for the most efficient use of their resources, ensuring comfortable conditions for the livelihood of the population and the functioning of business. However, russia’s full-scale military aggression against Ukraine has significantly exacerbated the problems of spatial development, increased social, economic, security, and ecological threats. The article is aimed at characterizing the risks of spatial development of territorial communities caused by the russia’s military aggression against Ukraine, and identifying ways to level them. The paper characterizes the factors of spatial development, based on their essence and impact on the socioeconomic development of the territory; a grouping of risks to the spatial development of communities, in particular those caused by the full-scale russia’s war on Ukraine, is carried out. The risks of spatial development of territorial communities in the context of each group are critically assessed – institutional, demographic, economic (business activity and employment), ecological, and security. Attention is focused on measures taken at both the State and regional levels to neutralize threats and risks that impede the spatial development of territorial communities (in particular, programs to promote the development of small and medium-sized enterprises, employment and socialization of internally displaced persons, security in social institutions, etc.). Measures to support the spatial development of territorial communities, which are provided by international donors (in particular, regarding the development of comprehensive plans for the spatial development of territorial communities), are characterized. It is recommended to strengthen the activities of local self-government bodies aimed at ensuring spatial development through the development of a clear architecture of interrelated strategic, planning and program documents, the intensification of measures to support small business in the community, the economic and social integration of IDPs in the community, and so on.

The purpose of this article is to reveal the theoretical and methodological foundations of the development of business models of the entrepreneurial Internet environment using applied recommendations aimed at effective development under conditions of uncertainty. The paper considers the feasibility of using fuzzy logic and an approach to effective modeling of the development of business models of digital entrepreneurship. A typical structure of the system of fuzzy inference, as well as a hierarchical system of fuzzy inference for modeling a fuzzy system of development of business models of the Internet entrepreneurship is provided. Two categories of future uncertain events are identified separately, the occurrence of which will be either favorable for the business model (high profits, achievement of goals, obtaining planned results, and events), or will be unfavorable (risks of losses, lost profits, bankruptcy, etc.). It is specified that quantitative methods for assessing the efficiency of business models of digital entrepreneurship, for example, determining the costs of finding a client, calculating the lifetime value of a client, as well as methods for evaluating efficiency using a sales funnel (an indicator of the number of customers who have moved from the category of potential buyers to the category of real ones), can only predict, control and analyze the main stages of digital entrepreneurship. However, in the situation of uncertainty of the market environment, which can develop into an economic crisis, one of the problems of e-business management is the uncertainty of the initial data and the results obtained, on the basis of which management decisions are made in the future regarding the effectiveness of the development of business models on the Internet. This somewhat complicates the creation of economic and mathematical models allowing to formalize business processes in the company. That is why a new approach – FIB (fuzziness in business) is substantiated, allowing to operate with both precisely specified parameters and characteristics, information about which is vague and based on indistinct, subjective assessments of experts.

Every enterprise seeks to determine as accurately as possible the cost of the products or services it produces. The allocation of indirect costs causes considerable difficulties in this process. In the search for the most accurate alternatives for allocating indirect costs, the Activity Based Costing (ABC) method has become more popular in recent decades and is increasingly used by companies. The ABC method has many advantages, but it also has disadvantages, which have led to further development of the method by proposing newer versions. These include Fuzzy Activity Based Costing (FABC), which reduces the risk of uncertainty in data collection conditions and inaccurate cost allocation. However, while the literature provides a theoretical model of the FABC approach, there is very little research focused on sector-specific companies. Given that the issue of indirect cost allocation is particularly relevant for manufacturing companies, this paper explores the possibilities of applying the FABC method in manufacturing companies, using the example of a paper and cardboard manufacturing company. The aim of the research: after revealing the principles of ABC and FABC implementation, to improve the indirect cost allocation process in a paper and cardboard manufacturing company using the FABC method. The methods used for the study were document analysis, observation, conversation, interview, and fuzzy set analysis. The results showed that the FABC method has lower cost drivers for some activities and higher cost drivers for others than the ABC method. The improvement path developed for the allocation of indirect costs using the FABC approach could serve as a good model for its implementation in other manufacturing sectors.

Purpose: This empirical study examines the impact of key factors on E-commerce Performance and Digital Customer Retention in the online supermarket industry in Indonesia. The research utilizes a quantitative approach with structural equation modeling (SEM) and gathers data through a cross-sectional survey conducted among online supermarket customers. The survey instrument includes questions related to price transparency, online shopping interface, safe transaction, delivery performance (independent variables), and E-commerce Performance and Digital Customer Retention (dependent variables). Design/Method/Approach: The analysis, based on data from 228 respondents, reveals that Delivery Performance and E-commerce Performance play critical roles in determining overall E-commerce Performance. Additionally, Price Transparency emerges as a crucial factor significantly influencing Digital Customer Retention. However, Online Shopping Interface and Safe Transaction demonstrate limited impact on both E-commerce Performance and Digital Customer Retention. Theoretical Implications: Theoretical implications of the study contribute to the understanding of the essential factors that influence E-commerce Performance and Digital Customer Retention within the context of online supermarkets in Indonesia. The findings emphasize the significance of delivery reliability, price transparency, and overall E-commerce Performance in driving customer satisfaction and retention. Practical Implications: Practically, the research offers valuable insights for businesses operating in the online supermarket industry in Indonesia. To retain digital customers and enhance overall business success, companies should prioritize optimizing their delivery processes, enhancing price transparency, and improving E-commerce Performance. Though not directly applicable in this study, the research findings have potential social implications for policymakers and regulators in the e-commerce sector. Implementing policies that promote reliable delivery, transparent pricing, and a conducive online shopping environment could positively impact the online supermarket industry and the broader e-commerce landscape. Originality/Value: The research contributes to existing literature by focusing on the online supermarket industry in Indonesia and exploring the specific impact of key factors on E-commerce Performance and Digital Customer Retention. These findings offer valuable insights to researchers and industry practitioners interested in understanding e-commerce success factors. Research Limitations/Future Research: The study's limitations include its concentration on online supermarkets in Indonesia, potentially limiting generalizability. Future research could broaden the scope to include other online retailers and countries. Additionally, exploring other potential influential factors and utilizing diverse research methods could provide a more comprehensive understanding of e-commerce success. In conclusion, this study provides valuable insights into the factors influencing E-commerce Performance and Digital Customer Retention in the online supermarket industry in Indonesia. The findings underscore the importance of delivery reliability, price transparency, and overall E-commerce Performance in enhancing customer satisfaction and retention. The research has practical implications for businesses and potential social implications for policymakers, making valuable contributions to the existing literature in the field of e-commerce. Paper Type: Empirical

The paper examines the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on operational effectiveness of parcel delivery sector companies operating in Lithuania. As demand of parcel delivery sector‘s services has increased, it is important to find out whether the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on operational effectiveness could be considered as positive even though the sector faces difficulties related to parcel delivery. The aim of the research is to evaluate the efficiency of parcel delivery sector companies operating in Lithuania during the COVID-19 pandemic. After the literature analyses, it was decided to examine the financial statements of 27 parcel delivery companies during the COVID-19 pandemic (2020-2021) and before the pandemic (2017-2019). During the investigation the impact of pandemic was analysed using the methods of correlation, regression, and logistics analysis. The main purpose of correlation analysis was to find connections between variables and by regression analysis to find causality between dependent and independent variables. The results of pandemic ware compared with results of pre-pandemic. After this, the results of pandemic have been applied in logistics analysis in forecasting process. Overall, it became clear that during the pandemic operational profit was more effective and costs were less effective comparing with results of pre-pandemic. In addition, the results of logistics analysis showed that there is a possibility that in the future operation profit will be ineffective and costs will be effective.

The article examines the consequences of the impact of Russia’s military aggression on the current state of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Ukraine. One of the priority areas for the recovery of the Ukrainian economy from the consequences of the economic crisis caused by military actions and the global crisis is the development of small and medium-sized enterprises. Therefore, the purpose of the article is to analyse the dynamics of business activity of small and medium-sized businesses within the domestic market and foreign economic activity, considering the tax reform that has begun since the Russian Federation invaded Ukraine. The subject of the study was chosen to be Ukraine’s small and medium-sized businesses for several reasons: firstly, SMEs accounted for about 70% of employment in the country; secondly, SMEs accounted for almost 60% of gross sales before the military situation. The study used theoretical and empirical methods: induction, explanation, generalisation, comparative analysis, observation and description, and the abstract logical approach was used to make conclusions. In our study, we took into account legislative changes and existing government support instruments that contribute to improving the business climate in the country and, based on secondary data, identified how the mood of entrepreneurs has changed and what the Ukrainian business community should expect shortly, taking into account the reforms and the current economic situation in Ukraine. In addition, the study paid particular attention to the assessments of business representatives, primarily to the expectations of industrial enterprises regarding the prospects for developing their business activity, as expressed in the business confidence indicator and the business climate indicator. The paper has identified several problems that hinder the functioning of SMEs by industry and identified several scenarios for developing SME business needs, taking into account current government actions. The main challenges to the development of SMEs were logistical problems, labour shortages, a significant rise in the cost of raw materials and resources for production, risks associated with hostilities and mining, blocking of foreign trade flows, forced relocation, etc. In the face of these challenges, SMEs are trying to adapt by focusing on business processes, building new development strategies, and becoming flexible. However, a significant proportion of Ukrainian SMEs have been forced to refocus on export development due to the decline in the purchasing power of citizens.

This article examines the concept of integrated sustainability management and its relationship with corporate social responsibility (CSR) and environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG). Although CSR is a normative concept that requires companies to be responsible for their participation in society from an ethical perspective, ESG helps measure and quantify these efforts, primarily through investment criteria. The paper identifies that sustainability reporting (SDR) can bring financial, reputational, risk management and strategic benefits to companies, and more companies recognize the importance of sustainability reporting and making it a priority in their business practices. This study presented grouped classifications of the benefits of ESG disclosure in corporate reporting. The main problems faced by Ukrainian companies during the implementation of ESG criteria in their activities are highlighted, in particular: limited awareness and lack of understanding of ESG issues, lack of standardized ESG reporting, improper disclosure of ESG information, weak compliance with existing regulations, insufficient coverage of ESG issues in mass media information, etc. This article also suggests some measures that should be taken to solve the mentioned problems. The paper highlights the relationship between sustainability and financial performance, a widely debated topic. Some argue that implementing sustainability practices can have a positive impact on a company's financial performance in the long term, while others argue that sustainability practices can have a negative short-term impact on financial performance. In addition, the analysis of major meta-reviews that analyze and summarize research findings on the relationship between ESG reporting and financial performance is highlighted. These meta-reviews show that there is indeed a positive relationship between these metrics, although the strength of the relationship may vary depending on a number of factors, including industry, geographic location, and company size.

Effective functioning of agricultural land markets is a prerequisite for the development of agriculture and rural areas as a whole. However, agricultural land markets remain weak and face many constraints in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. Applying a five-stage agricultural land market development conceptual framework, the paper assesses the current stage of land market development in Eastern Europe and Central Asia and discusses key constraints, including informality, lack of ownership, technical errors and transaction procedures. In most countries, agricultural structures are characterized by excessive land fragmentation and small average farm sizes. The necessity of a coordinated national land policy is argued. In addition, land management tools such as land consolidation and the land bank, apart from promoting the development of agriculture and rural areas, also contribute to the development of the land market. Despite numerous efforts since the start of the transition in 1990 by governments and donors in Eastern Europe and Central Asia, agricultural land markets in general are still weak, with numerous interrelated constraints preventing their development. The purpose of the study is to provide an overview of the level of development of agricultural land markets in the countries of Eastern Europe and Central Asia, to analyze and systematize the main limitations that prevent the further development of agricultural land and land markets. The other goal is to propose solutions to these problems, such as: land management tools, land consolidation and land banks. This will contribute to the development of agriculture and rural areas, as well as the development of the land market as a whole. The countries and territories analyzed in this article are Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, the Kyrgyz Republic, the Republic of Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine and Uzbekistan. The general experience of Eastern Europe and Central Asia regarding the specifics of the development of the agricultural land market should be taken into account in the field of land policy of Ukraine.

Corporate communications existed long before the formation of the theory of marketing and management. Even in Rome industry guilds prescribed ethical rules of conduct between representatives of different professions which can be called protocol relations. At that time, the formation of patriotism began, as a manifestation of heroic love for the society, country, family, suzerain, and as a result, in the 17th century, it took shape in the manifestation of love and devotion to the state. Prior to that, state patriotism did not intersect with corporate communications and most often they denied each other, as evidenced by the works of the Davos Forum, the Club of Rome and other supranational structures, which did not gain anything from supporting corporate communications aimed at the benefit of state interests. The present paper is one of the first works that consider patriotism as motivation for the efficiency of work in companies, and corporate communications as a tool for the formation of this type of motivation. The study contains not only an extensive theoretical base of the epistemology of understanding the concept of pentabasis, but also an empirical part (survey), including an assessment of the impact of pentabasis values on the formation of corporate values of the Russian medium and large business companies.

Despite the increased interest in socially and environmentally responsible investments, there is a lack of consensus about the effects they exert on companies’ financial performance. The paper examines the reaction of Russian companies’ stock prices to the news about ESG investments made by these companies. The theoretical basis is stakeholder theory suggesting that firms can achieve long-term success solely by protecting the interests of all their stakeholders – not only shareholders, but also employees, local communities, and future generations. To implement the research, we use the event study on a sample of 202 news items about ESG investments of 11 Russian companies topping the ESG-rating by RA-Expert agency. Data were collected from news search engine Factiva and Yahoo!Finance. The data sample include news and stock prices over the period of 2019–2022. According to the research findings, news about Russian companies’ investments in environmental projects, solution of social problems and corporate governance issues do not lead to a rise in stock returns for these companies. Thus, Russian investors do not consider ESG projects and practices as an important decision-making criterion that increases the investment attractiveness of companies.

. In the last decade, ESG reporting has become an integral part of corporate disclosure in Russia. However, there is limited guidance about the determinants of corporate governance that affect ESG disclosure. The paper investigates the interconnection between board of directors’ characteristics and ESG disclosure in Russian public companies. Methodologically, the study relies on the agency and stakeholder theories. Descriptive, correlation and regression analysis were used as research methods. The sample includes the panel data on 34 Russian public companies, whose shares were traded on the Moscow Exchange between 2012 and 2021. We found that board independence, board diversity, and the presence of a sustainability committee had a significant positive effect on ESG disclosure. At the same time, the impact of the board size was predominantly negative. The findings proved that ESG reporting was mostly practiced by the largest (by assets) companies, while the indicators of profitability and risk were insignificant in the context of environmental, social, and corporate governance. The obtained research results can be used by business representatives as well as by legislators and regulators to improve ESG disclosure practices in Russian public companies.

The paper delves into the impact of corporate boards’ attributes on the efficiency of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions in the Russian market and formulates recommendations on improving corporate governance practices in Russia. The article bridges a gap in research on boards of directors whose characteristics serve as strong signals to the capital market about the quality of corporate governance and protection of investors’ interests. Methodologically, the study rests on agency theory and the theories of mergers and acquisitions. The research hypotheses about the effect of board characteristics on M&A transactions were tested using the least square method to construct a linear regression. The transaction efficiency was assessed using the cumulative abnormal return (CAR) model. The empirical data were retrieved from Annual Reports and ZEPHYR Bureau van Dijk and covered 55,436 mergers and acquisitions from 2000 to 2020, of which 659 transactions satisfied the strict criteria and were selected for further analysis. We found a statistically significant relationship between the board characteristics of the acquiring company and the efficiency of mergers and acquisitions. The obtained results contribute to the development of a new research avenue on network-based interaction between boards of the companies participating in transactions and the involvement of boards of other firms.

In this paper, earnings management is analyzed in the light of stakeholder theory in order to evaluate earnings management ethics. The main reasons for using earnings management are studied and systematically arranged in the context of stakeholder theory. An assumption is made that together with other motives mentioned in the literature, perceived role of ethics and social responsibility may not only influence ethical evaluation of earnings management, but also impact use of earnings management in accounting practice. The results of a study on impact of perceived roles of ethics and social responsibility on ethical evaluation of earnings management, carried out among accountants providing professional services in Lithuania, are presented in this paper. The ethical evaluation of earnings management has been found to depend on its type. Accrual-based earnings management is seen as more unethical than real earnings management. It also reveals that accountants' belief that business ethics and social responsibility are less important is a motivation for the use of manipulative accounting.

This paper examined the import demand function for two panels, namely, BRICS and G7 countries, from 1992 to 2021. The study used panel time series data from the World Development Index (WDI). Choi test (Choi, 2006), Im, Peasaran, and Shin test (2003 unit root test) were used to test for stationarity. The tests indicated that variables became stationary at the first difference, I (0) and I (1). The Pedroni Cointegration Test exhibited a long-run relationship in G7 countries among the variables in question. However, for BRICS countries, the test indicated no long-run relationship between the variables in question. The dynamic ordinary least squares technique assessed the short- and long-run results. The results showed that real GDP influences import demand for both BRICS and G7 countries. Similarly, the real effective exchange rate antagonistically influences import demand capacity for G7 and BRICS countries. Pairwise Granger causality exhibited that there is bidirectional causality between real income (a real GDP proxy) and import demand in both trading blocs (BRICS and G7 countries). Even more along these lines, unidirectional causality runs from import price to import demand; however, in G7 countries, there is bidirectional causality between import price and import demand. Consequently, the policymakers for BRICS and G7 countries should monitor the movement of the authentic trading scale, real GDP, local prices, and import prices to stay aware of solidarity not yet settled in trade.

Purpose: Values and emotions conveyed via stories may show the contrasts and similarities between people's life experiences. Personal experiences must be shared to be understood, which may aid in forming connections and support networks. Design/Method/Approach (only for empirical papers): This study used a secondary research strategy. Findings: Throughout this study, the author makes the case that narrative is critical to effective organisational management and leadership. However, meaningful and creative in developing qualitative research in management, the growth of story methods has resulted in a lack of consistency in the field. Practical implications: Although the literature acknowledges the significant emotional and psychological advantages associated with using storytelling in studies, there has been no evidence of a link between improving human adaptability and using storytelling in research. Throughout this study, the author makes the case that narrative is critical to effective organisational management and leadership. Although essential and creative in developing qualitative management research, the growth of storey methods has resulted in a lack of consistency in the field. Originality/Value: This paper addresses the application of storytelling to organisation management and how storytelling is used as a tool for qualitative research. Research limitations: The research was primarily focused on secondary research and, therefore, could be limited to previous research findings.

The research is devoted to the problem of financial and non-financial information disclosure by banking groups of Ukraine. Detinization of the economy is one of the highest priorities of state policy, banks, as the largest group of financial intermediaries, act as one of the tools to reduce the level of shadow transactions. However, the problem of the presence of mechanisms for identifying violations, anti-corruption measures, which in turn should have a positive effect on the level of bank transparency, is still not sufficiently covered. In this paper authors analyze the Management Report. It is a report, which contains financial and non-financial information, reveals the state and prospects of development, and characterizes the key risks accompanying the activity. Since at this stage the normative acts do not define a unified form, the problem of information disclosure is quite urgent. Taking into account the above-mentioned research problems, the authors analyzed the key structural divisions of the Report of the largest state-owned banks with private and foreign capital during 2021-2022. Using the expert method, the points of the Report that more fully disclose information, those that directly relate to the problem of shadowing, were determined economy and fight against corruption, and those that do not exist at all. As the next stage, the authors chose the Fishburne method for ranking indicators in order of their importance, which became the basis for deriving an integral indicator of transparency for each bank. The results show that there is a general tendency to increase the level of openness of financial and non-financial information of banks. In terms of forms of ownership, banks with foreign capital and state-owned banks are more transparent, which in turn helps to reduce the level of shadow transactions.

The paper aims to assess changes in the public perceptions of European Union values in Ukraine in the conditions of external aggression. It explores how conflict escalation affects the public views in different groups, and changes attitudes and beliefs regarding adopting European Union values in society. The paper analyses the concepts of value and demonstrates the devaluation of cultural and social values in some population groups. The methodology applies a survey based on online interviews and descriptive statistics methods. The Schwartz methodology in the World Values Survey 2020 is used to create a survey questionnaire. An online survey of Ukrainians’ worldviews of European Union values perceptions was conducted for Ukrainian citizens in all regions except for the territories, occupied in 2022. The survey results highlight the trend of commitment of a major part of Ukrainian citizens to European Union values. The research demonstrates the inconsistencies in the importance and satisfaction of social values and stereotypes, compliance with the law, personal freedom and human rights, level of economic freedom, and commitment to European integration. These contradictions will be resolved through the development of favorable conditions and of beliefs and convictions of people that support the adoption and dissemination of European values.

Creative entrepreneurship is an emerging field that has gained increasing attention in recent years. Kazakhstan has seen a surge in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in the creative sector. However, these businesses face numerous challenges that hinder their growth and sustainability. In this paper, we will explore the creative entrepreneurship landscape in Kazakhstan and identify com-mon challenges creative SMEs face. We will also discuss strategies for overcoming these obstacles and achieving success in creative entrepreneurship. Through insights from SMEs in Kazakhstan, we hope to provide valuable guidance for aspiring entrepreneurs and contribute to developing the creative industry in the region. To investigate the challenges entrepreneurs face in Kazakhstan’s creative industries, we obtained data from a sample of 70 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in the sector. Our study aimed to gain insights into the problems encountered by these SMEs to inform policies and strategies for supporting the growth and development of the creative economy in Kazakhstan

Purpose: This study aims to determine the current state of research on partner management in the context of IIoT platforms that rely on partnerships to act as innovation engines. Design/Method/Approach (only for empirical papers): The applied research method is a systematic literature analysis supported by a concept-centric synthesis. The sample of relevant literature comprises thirty papers. Findings: The results indicate that only a few frameworks exist to improve and professionalize partner management in the practice and only a few papers focus on IIoT platform ecosystems. In contrast, there are some articles that empirically examine individual determinants of partner management in detail. Based on these results, a conceptual framework is derived to organize and distinguish the determinants of partner management from the determinants of partner programs necessary to realize partner management. Theoretical Implications: The study contributes to the research stream on partner management in IIoT platform ecosystems and enterprise software ecosystems, synthesizing the existing research and highlighting the importance of curated support of partners as a competitive lever between platform ecosystems competing in the same domain. Practical Implications: Practitioners can use the derived framework to structure partner management activities and make more informed decisions based on the structured view of decisions summarized in the conceptual framework. Originality/Value: Due to the critical role of complementary partners in innovating upon IIoT platforms the framework is an important foundation for further research on the individual determinants of partner management in the context of digital platforms. Research Limitations/Future Research: The derived conceptual framework was not empirically validated. Empirical follow-up research could refine the framework and develop it into a taxonomy using systematic procedures. Paper type – conceptual. JEL Сlassіfіcatіon: M15

Purpose: This research work attempts to review the effect of determinants like perceived uniqueness and perceived healthiness as well as attitude amongst the consumers on their purchase intention of organic food, which subsequently results in the actual purchase. Design/Method/Approach (only for empirical papers): Quantitative approaches and explanatory research are used in this study. This research data was collected by means of a questionnaire distributed across a sample of consumers living in Indonesia. Online survey was used and conducted in November 2022 in Indonesia to measure this research. The sample, which was collected through online survey using Google Form, consisted 780 participants and was representative of gender, age, and region. Actually 800 participants were contacted to participate in the survey, but only 780 participants responded to the online survey. Findings: The first objective of this study was to test the ability of the extended VAB model to explain the consumption of organic food products by Indonesian consumers. The results show a good fit of the data. The third hypothesis has been confirmed, because attitudes are closely related to organic food consumption. Organic food products were considered and perceived as something that unique and natural; therefore, they created a favorable attitude on the part of the respondents. Theoretical Implications: The study contributes to the existence literature on organic food products especially about variables used in this study. In addition, in this study, consumers' perception of organic food products as unique, natural, healthy and sustainable was positively related to their overall attitudes. Practical Implications: Given the high production costs and limited quantities of organic food products, marketers should present and promote (through packaging and stories) organic food products as have a unique quality and should emphasize their natural character. Originality/Value: This paper providing a comprehensive overview and linking the literature on organic food consumption to the Values Theory and the Theory of Planned Behaviour, including the role of perceived uniqueness and healthiness. The proposed integration of perceived uniqueness and healthiness in an organic food consumption model leads to interesting hypotheses and recommendations for policy makers, researchers and stakeholders involved in the organic food market. Research Limitations/Future Research: this study provides a good indication regarding consumers’ attitudes, perceived naturalness, and perceived uniqueness of seaweed food products. However, as only 55% of the respondents had consumed seaweed food products, the attitude and beliefs of 45% of the respondents were not based on actual experience, but on expectations and beliefs. We believe consumers’ attitudes and beliefs may differ after trying seaweed. Therefore, it would be interesting to study eventual variations in attitudes and beliefs before and after trying organic food products. JEL Сlassіfіcatіon: D11, m31, Q13

Purpose: Leadership is undeniably connected to desirable employee outcomes, yet the specific pathways through which authentic leadership explicate influence on creativity is underexplored. The study examined the relationship between authentic leadership and creativity with job thriving and leader-member exchange as a mediator and a moderator respectively. Design/Method/Approach (only for empirical papers): Data were collected from 269 mid-level employees randomly sampled from the Delta State Ministry of Health in Nigeria. The partial least square (PLS) method was adopted as the analytical tool for hypothesis testing. Findings: The results demonstrate that authentic leadership had a non-significant relationship with creativity except through job thriving. Further, the moderated mediation result shows that leader-member exchange strengthened the relationship between job thriving and creativity, and enhanced the positive influences of authentic leadership in a creativity context. Theoretical Implications: The study provided plausible evidence on the pathways through which authentic leadership, as a positive form of leadership, explicate influence on creativity, wherein job thriving and leader-member exchange interact as contextual variables. Practical Implications: Public organisations should introduce regular leadership training to enable managers learn behaviours that would enhance their authenticity at work. An assessment can be integrated to the leadership training programmes to ensure its efficacy. Originality/Value: Not all employees are motivated to engage in creative work in bureaucratised settings due to the leadership behaviour in practice. This study demonstrated how authentic leadership engenders creativity through the enhancement of certain contextual variables: job thriving and leader-member exchange. Research Limitations/Future Research: This research was limited to a specific public organisation and Nigerian State. Although, the empirical information, provided herein, may be insightful and have applicable value to other public organisations as well as Nigerian States, it is important to replicate this research with a broader sample and geographic spread to improve its generality. The study relied on cross-sectional data which may offer little explanations on the causality effects among the latent variables, future research works should consider a longitudinal research approach for clearer and concrete inferences.

Mainstream institutional theories and corporate governance studies are entwined with patriarchal business relationships. However, within the theories the gender factor and benefits of the institutionalization process and corporate governance principles in terms of women’s employment in organizations have not been fully investigated. In addition, whether corporate governance principles are an effective tool to keep women in working life has not received sufficient attention in the literature. The paper aims to explore the contribution of institutionalization process and corporate governance interaction to employment and working environment quality with respect to female employees in the labour market where patriarchal labour relations are dominant. To achieve this purpose, the authors designed a questionnaire to compare gender groups in organizations that have adopted the principles of institutionalization and corporate governance. The total of 506 employees actively working in organizations in Turkey participated in the survey. Respondents’ answers were analysed using the structural equation models in the SPSS statistical program. The research findings revealed that the institutionalization process has a partial mediation effect on women’s attitude to quality of work environment. On the other hand, it was determined that corporate governance principles have no moderator effect on women’s attitude to work environment quality. The findings demonstrate that as the transparency and professionalization levels increase, women tend to prefer the organizations more. Compared to men, female managers and assistants embrace transparency and professionalization as a distinguishing quality of an efficient organization. Since corporate governance principles strengthen women’s employment in organizations in terms of equal wages and career opportunities, managers need to consider these principles as a substantial element of a company’s activities.

Waves of recent global economic crises at the beginning of the 2000s gave a rise to an increased attention to external effects, or spillovers, of environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) practices of companies. The paper aims to study the impact of ESG practices on regional economic and social development from the viewpoint of external stakeholders, considering the ability of local companies to retain key human capital. The theoretical framework of the research is corporate governance theory and the ESG concept. Correlation, factor, regression and path analyses are used in combination to determine the impact of individual ESG practices on regional development and place attachment. The empirical evidence comes from the 2023 survey of 359 respondents from two industrialized regions of Russia. The originality of the study is based on (1) a structured questionnaire developed by the authors to examine external stakeholders’ opinions on ESG problems in the regions, and (2) the sociological concept of place attachment viewed as the most important indicator of human capital retention. Our findings show that practices of social responsibility and labour market growth primarily influence the perception of regional economic development. In turn, there is no significant relationship between ESG practices and people’s attachment to the region of residence. Practical conclusions show that external stakeholders are mainly concerned about ESG labour market spillovers: creation of stable jobs, provision of career prospects and technological advantages in the region.

High-tech startups face a number of insurmountable problems that prevent them from turning innovative ideas into new products. The article investigates the managerial aspects of implementation and commercialization of high-tech startups in Russia using the case of an automated computer vision analytical system for industrial poultry farming. Entrepreneurship theory and the concept of strategic management constitute the theoretical basis of the study. Among the research methods used in the paper are the POCD framework in combination with SWOT analysis involved in the formation of startup management strategies, as well as Sandelovsky and Barroso’s Meta-Synthesis method applied to identify factors that determine the successful implementation of a startup. The empirical evidence of the work was a bank of video data collected at the VNITIP Federal Research Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences and covering the full life cycle of broiler chickens. The paper established three main sources of funding for high-tech start-ups to introduce machine vision systems in the poultry industry: the state, industrial corporations, and venture capital. At that, none of the enterprises, including the global leaders, has yet reached the IPO stage. We identify two central lines to launch and commercialize a Russian start-up in poultry farming, these are association with developers of integrated digital solutions and/or integration with poultry meat producers. Recommendations are formulated regarding the implementation of a high-tech start-up: to form a public-private partnership, actively interact with research centers and universities, cooperate with business angels, expand the entrepreneurial competencies of startupers, and clarify the business model of the project. The mass introduction of machine vision technology in the poultry industry is possible due to the acceleration of technological progress and the elimination of the main obstacle, i.e., the high cost of components for machine vision systems.

It is of high importance for enterprises to identify, group and prioritize customers with similar needs in order to develop an individual approach to each of these groups. The article aims to segment B2B consumers based on the analysis of their purchasing behaviour. The theoretical framework of the study is the postulates of behavioural marketing. The research method involves МRFM-analysis (Modified Recency-Frequency-Monetary Analysis) that allows determining homogeneous groups of clients, examining the evolution of their behaviour, and formulating targeted interaction strategies for each group. The paper demonstrates the benefits of the Orange Data Mining machine learning and data mining complex, these are the capability to statistically correctly identify client clusters and the visual clarity of results analysis. The empirical evidence is industrial equipment sales data provided by a large Russian security systems manufacturer for the period of 2015–2022. A relationship is found between the segmentation performed in the study and the Reinartz–Kumar approach applied to decide on a strategy for forming customer loyalty. The authors distinguish between six groups of customers and establish those generating the greatest profit for the company and those having the minimum effects on its turnover. The group of trading firms (about 20% of all the clients) turned out to be the priority one, which, due to the specificity of their activities, have long-term relationships with the manufacturer and high client reliability. It is the client group for which devising targeted strategies stimulating an increase in their demand is most reasonable. For the rest of the consumer groups, it is expedient to use standard marketing strategies.

With economic and social progress, the focus of regional unbalanced development has evolved. In the new era of socialism with Chinese characteristics, people’s aspirations for a better life are no longer limited to material and cultural necessities; the notion of a better life has become increasingly diversified, transcending individual or family micro-level welfare to embrace a comprehensive perspective of societal development. Focusing on the ethnic regions of Southwest China, this paper examines the fundamental characteristics of their coordinated economic and social development and offers relevant policy recommendations that provide a theoretical framework for scholars studying balanced regional economic growth. This study describes the characteristics of balanced economic and social development in Southwest China’s ethnic regions in four dimensions: sustainable economic growth, social stability, ecological civilization construction, and people-centered development ideology. Through comparative analysis, it presents a synthesis of domestic and international research, and summarizes the theoretical foundations and practical experiences essential for the future development of Southwest China’s ethnic regions. This paper examines four key elements for the development of ethnic regions in Southwest China. First, it emphasizes high-quality economic growth, which increases total factor productivity through supply-side structural reform and promotes the establishment of a modern industrial system. Second, social stability, a crucial component in realizing a better life, requires strengthening social justice and strengthening the social security system while maintaining national unity. Third, the paper stresses the importance of building an ecological civilization and advocates green technology, green industry and green consumption to achieve sustainable development. Finally, a people-centered development ideology safeguards livelihoods and focuses on education, income distribution, employment, and other areas. This paper explores the basic characteristics of coordinated economic and social progress in Southwest China’s ethnic regions, and provides a theoretical framework for scholars to explore balanced regional economic development.

The article is aimed at studying modern HRM systems on availability of gamification function in the context of the HR business processes. Business technologies have changed the way companies do business. Companies have to adapt to changing technologies and market fluctuations, but they can’t succeed if they have an unmotivated team that doesn’t want to change. Gamification is an effective way to increase staff productivity. In addition, it has a positive effect on attracting and retaining employees, most of whom do not like routine processes, but they enjoy playing games. Gamification of the HR processes and procedures can turn a boring experience into an immersive game that takes employees to the next level. The article defines that gamification is based on many game attributes and strategies that it applies to a wide range of real business processes, transforming non-gaming experience to motivate staff actions and achieve company goals. Gamification is rapidly transforming businesses around the world, creating new ways to engage employees, expand relationships, and increase loyalty and encouragement, and leverage the motivations and desires that are natural in everyone. The existing HR processes of modern companies are analyzed and the most gamified ones are identified. Taking into account the large number of HRM systems for the needs of any company, the best ones that offer elements of the game for use in the implementation of HR processes are examined. The functioning of gamification in modern HRM systems can help increase the efficiency of the employee development process, reduce training costs and increase involvement in these training programs. The success of gamification implementation depends on the correct choice of methods and tools, as well as on the organizational culture and approach to HR management. Companies should study their own needs for new technologies, which, of course, causes close cooperation with developers of HRM systems. The analysis of scientific papers and practical activities of companies shows that the main gamified HR processes are selection, training, adaptation, motivation, performance management and staff evaluation, but there are others that require creative innovations and solutions, which actualizes further research in this direction.

The article is aimed at: disclosure of significant aspects that affect the orderliness of the process of accounting for labor resources; identification of the main vectors and objects of internal audit of remuneration calculations; generalization of possible typical violations in the audit and formation on this basis of directions for improving the use of labor resources and individual elements of accounting and audit of remuneration calculations. The theoretical and methodological basis of the study are methods of generalization, analysis, graphical method, and system approach. The information and analytical base was formed as a result of the elaboration of legislative acts of Ukraine, statistical and analytical reviews on the dynamics of changes in wages of employees of Ukrainian enterprises, other scientific papers and publications. As a result of the carried-out study, it can be concluded that the effectiveness of the accounting system on the spectrum of issues related to the accounting of remuneration calculations depends on the orderliness of the process of accounting for labor resources, labor accounting, its payment, taxation and payout, that is, it requires an integrated approach to the assessment of labor relations – from the initial accounting of labor performance by staff to the final settlements with each employee. The main vectors and objects of internal audit of remuneration calculations are determined, allowing to allocate methods for establishing typical violations identified during the audit and to define their impact on accounting as a whole. Generalization of possible typical violations during the audit allowed to form directions for improving the use of labor resources and individual elements of accounting and audit of remuneration calculations. It is substantiated that the main ways of improving the audit of remuneration calculations, which should be introduced at the enterprise, can be divided into three following directions: organizational-institutional, structural-systematic, and information-documentary. Practical significance lies in improving the integral system of labor resources management and increasing individual indicators of economic activity as a result of the introduction of effective measures to improve the accounting and audit of remuneration calculations.

The article solves practical scientific tasks, conducts research on the institutional support of the territorial organization of farms, and provides theoretical justifications based on the achievements of the currently existing science, a generalization of the current legislation and implementation practice. The paper provides the development of practical recommendations for improving the mechanisms and methods of providing high-quality administrative services by local self-government bodies. The modern domestic system of providing administrative services from the point of view of convenience for private individuals is characterized by many shortcomings of an objective and subjective nature. The current mechanism for the provision of administrative services by public authorities needs serious refinement, development of new approaches and their approval, comparison with foreign practice in order to determine the most optimal. To eliminate the shortcomings in this context, what administrative services are, is analyzed in detail. One of the main conditions for the successful reform of the civil servants’ remuneration system is stable financial support. The issue of reforming the system of remuneration of civil servants will be resolved together with the issue of determining additional sources of funding. The costs of carrying out the mentioned reform can be covered, in particular, by increasing the efficiency of public administration and optimizing the number of employees of executive authorities and eliminating vacant positions. As a result of the conducted research, it was found that the reform of public administration involves increasing the efficiency of the provision of administrative services. The network of centers for the provision of administrative services is actively developing and the provision of electronic services is being introduced. However, the availability of services and the quality of service differ in different territorial communities. Obstacles to the integration of certain popular services into administrative service provision centers remain due to excessive centralization of powers to provide them.

Introduction. This paper studies the role of the monetary policy in the economy of the state, as one of the main instruments to support it’s financial potential, both at the period of military conflict as well as in the period of recovery after it. Methodological bases are general and special methods of scientific research, including synthesis, analysis, modeling, comparison, etc. The main information sources were the resources of World Bank Open Data, the data of National Bank of Ukraine and state statistics service of Ukraine. Purpose. The main purpose of this paper is to study and analyse macroeconomic methods and instruments, which were used by different countries in the post-conflict recovery period and theoretical implementation of using these instruments in Ukrainian reality. Results: The strategy of synchronizing the actions of the central bank and the government must be adjusted according to the peculiarities of post-conflict economic recovery of each country separately. The studies of macroeconomic indicators of countries, that successfully overcame the consequences of military actions show the main role of the central bank in stimulating economic growth of the country. Conclusions: To further solve the problem of post-conflict recovery of state's economy, the perspective direction would be to build effective strategies of cooperation for the institutes, that perform monetary and fiscal policies, that would have a direct impact on the effectiveness of economic growth and the development of national security of the country.