Regional and sectoral economy
2-9
The article examines the relationship between the development of creative industries, the formation of a comfortable urban environment and their combined impact on the sphere of socio-cultural services and tourism. Based on the analysis of current trends, Russian and international experience, it is proved that the synergy of these factors is a key driver of increasing the tourist attractiveness of territories, creating a unique urban brand and sustainable economic growth. Specific examples of successful implementation of projects in Russian cities are considered, such as the redevelopment of industrial zones, the creation of creative clusters, and the organization of large-scale urban festivals. Special attention is paid to the role of infrastructural transformations, including the improvement of public spaces, the development of pedestrian accessibility and the integration of art objects, in creating a sought-after and competitive tourist and service environment. Also, the mechanisms of forming an attractive image of the territory through the integration of cultural heritage with modern creative practices are revealed. The principles of spatial development are analyzed, contributing to the creation of a unique atmosphere and improving the quality of services provided. Special importance is attached to the issues of ensuring psychological comfort and visual aesthetics of the urban environment as the most important components of the tourist experience. Approaches to creating multifunctional public spaces that meet the needs of various categories of guests and residents are being considered. Promising directions for improving the tourist and recreational potential of urban areas through the development of creative infrastructure and the introduction of innovative service formats are identified.It is concluded that there is a need for an integrated approach to urban planning that integrates the tools of the creative economy and the principles of human-centricity to achieve strategic goals for the development of tourism and socio-cultural services industries.
9-16
This article examines such a subject area as the state and prospects of development of transport logistics. The purpose of the proposed study was to identify and summarize the most significant problems and ways to solve them in the field of transport logistics. Transport logistics is a fundamental element of the modern economy, directly affecting its development, the standard of living of the population and the competitiveness of the country as a whole. Efficient transportation management helps to reduce costs, speed up delivery, improve the quality of services, as well as the sustainability and safety of transport systems. The main methods chosen are: logical analysis of publications on the subject of the article, systematization and generalization of problems, comparative analysis of problems and ways to solve them.The authors focus their attention on passenger transportation. The problems typical for large regional centers have been identified, including the underdevelopment of the route network, irregular movement of public transport, its overcrowding, poor technical condition, unsatisfactory condition of roads and artificial creation of traffic jams. Also among the common problems are: depreciation of fixed assets, insufficient financing, poor development of the logistics structure, safety and environmental issues, as well as irrational supply chain management. Proposals have been developed to eliminate the problems mentioned in the article, including increasing the number of vehicles, stimulating fleet renewal, optimizing road services, improving transport tracking systems, and switching to environmentally friendly transport. The issue of implementing an automated management system in transport logistics is discussed in more detail. The novelty of the research lies in the systematization of problems and the selection of adequate solutions to these problems.
17-25
The article discusses the methodological aspects of the organization and functioning of scientific schools in the system of regional economics. The subject of the research is the organizational, economic and managerial relations that arise in the process of formation, functioning and development of scientific schools as an institutional form of integration of science, education and the real sector of the region's economy. The organizational features and indicators for evaluating the activities of a scientific school as a social institution that performs the functions of training personnel and transmitting research culture to subsequent generations are determined. The principles of its functioning are formulated on the basis of the provisions and functions of management (planning, organization, coordination, motivation, control), taking into account the strategic development goals and their relationship with tactical and operational objectives. The article analyzes effective forms of organization of scientific schools focused on the sectoral and industrial specialization of the regional economy, such as agriculture and the transport complex. Modern approaches to the structuring of scientific schools in the context of scientific and technological progress and the formation of the knowledge economy are considered. The methodological basis of the research is a systematic approach to the analysis of scientific schools as elements of the innovation infrastructure of the region, as well as general scientific methods: analysis and synthesis, comparison, generalization, content analysis of scientific literature and citation systems, methods of strategic and operational management. It is proved that the creation and development of a scientific school requires a strategic vision at the stage of its formation, ensuring the continuity of generations of researchers and based on horizontal connections within the scientific team. The article provides specific examples of the functioning of scientific schools aimed at solving problems of the regional economy, as well as problems of engineering and technology of transport processes. Quantitative (for example, the number of defended dissertations, patents) and qualitative (the level of innovation of the results, compliance with scientific ethics) criteria for evaluating the effectiveness of scientific schools using content analysis and data from scientific citation systems, including the Russian Science Citation Index (RISC), are proposed. It is emphasized that scientific schools perform a key function in ensuring the sustainable development of regions through integration with the real sector of the economy. The area of use of the research results is the strategic planning and management of research activities at universities and scientific organizations, as well as the activities of regional government bodies to develop programs to support and develop the human, scientific and technological potential of territories.
25-34
The relevance of the article's topic is determined by the need to study and rethink issues related to the methodological support of the logistics risk management process in the context of the growing complexity of logistics chains and the instability of the external environment. The article presents the results of a study aimed at the theoretical and practical development of methodological support for the process of logistics risk management using the example of a manufacturing enterprise. The object of the study is the process of logistics risk management at a manufacturing enterprise, and the subject is the methodological approaches and tools used in this area. The methodological basis of the study was a set of methods: collection, processing, and theoretical analysis of economic literature on the subject of the study, analysis and synthesis, systematization and grouping of data, as well as tabular and graphical research techniques. As a result, methodological tools for the logistics risk processing procedure were generalized and systematized. Methods and tools used in risk management practice at a manufacturing enterprise have been identified. The scientific novelty lies in the development of the author's methodology, which integrates a full-cycle model of logistics risk management and detailed methodological tools for each of its stages. The theoretical importance lies in developing the theoretical foundations of risk management in terms of creating a methodological approach and tools for managing logistics risks, choosing and adapting methodological approaches to prevent or reduce them. The practical importance is determined by the possibility of using the methodology to improve the methodological support for the risk management process of the enterprise under study, as well as any others engaged in logistics activities.
Finance
35-43
Digitalization is having a significant impact on the economy and society as a whole, particularly in the financial sector. Technological innovations are transforming traditional models of interaction between financial market participants, increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and expanding access to financial services. However, a number of challenges and risks are also emerging, including particular attention to information security, consumer protection, and regulation of the digital environment. Therefore, improving the functioning of the financial market to a fundamentally new level using digital technologies and platforms, as well as developing payment infrastructure, are currently among the priority areas of the Central Bank of the Russian Federation. In 2024, the regulator adopted the Key Directions for the Development of Financial Technologies for the Period 2025–2027, which detail plans for the digitalization of the ecosystem where value is exchanged for money, and the subsequent improvement of payment, accounting, and information institutions. The author concludes that the current stage of development of the Russian financial market is characterized by profound transformations caused by digitalization and the intensive development of payment technologies. Recent years have seen a dramatic increase in the popularity of digital financial services, a rapid expansion of non-cash payments, and the emergence of fundamentally new tools such as the digital ruble and digital identification. Despite the obvious advantages, the implementation of new financial technologies is fraught with a number of serious challenges that require a comprehensive approach and coordinated efforts by the government, businesses, researchers, and civil society at large.
44-51
The effective allocation of budgetary resources is a determining factor in the stable socioeconomic development of any country. The current situation is characterized by dynamic demographic processes and the increasing importance of digital transformation, posing a number of new strategic challenges for government agencies at various levels. The issue of optimal budget allocation has remained relevant throughout the long history of modern Russia. Rational use of public financial resources directly impacts the development of key social sectors – healthcare, education, infrastructure, and social security. Despite ongoing reforms and initiatives to improve the budgeting system, a number of significant problems and obstacles remain to improving the effectiveness of public finance management. This article examines existing approaches to budget allocation within the current financial and economic system of the Russian Federation. The budget allocation mechanism is examined, key issues in its functioning are highlighted, and measures for its improvement are proposed.
Management
51-61
The growing importance of digital corporate practices in today's world and their active promotion, driven by the steady trend of digitalization and business transition, define the practical significance and potential of studying the fundamental processes of applying innovations in HR management. The aim of this study is to develop an algorithm for applying artificial intelligence in the recruitment and selection process, including an optimal set of actions presented in a logical sequence, as well as to identify risks arising during its practical implementation and describe measures to minimize them. The methodological framework utilized descriptive, structural-functional, and systemic methods, which enabled the formation of the necessary information and analytical framework and a corresponding action algorithm. An examination of the key aspects of the conceptual framework provides a theoretical conceptual focus that fosters the necessary mindset for a digitally oriented approach. A practical technological focus is also essential, shaping a course of action that involves the use of specific tools and methods. The need to adapt to ever-increasing changes in the digital space and integrate digital tools into the operations of modern companies actively transforming, among other things, the tactical and strategic aspects of HR management highlight the feasibility of developing digital technologies in HR management and underscores the practical significance of developing an algorithm that enables the practical application of artificial intelligence in the recruitment and selection process. This article's material may be useful to researchers studying the subject matter and to HR specialists.
62-70
Digitalization is gradually encompassing an increasing number of economic processes, and the real estate services sector is no exception. The introduction of modern technologies allows for the automation and acceleration of many processes, increased transaction transparency, and streamlined interactions between real estate market participants. This article aims to identify the specific challenges faced by Russian enterprises when implementing and using IT technologies, which impact the quality of services provided and the organization's business processes. The study identified the main problems: insufficient budget for implementing a full range of information technologies and a lack of highly qualified personnel capable of implementing and supporting innovative solutions. Based on analytical data, it was determined that the implementation of IT technologies in the real estate sector often encounters resistance from employees who are unwilling to integrate existing data and knowledge into a single database. The additional costs associated with installing additional software also negatively impacts enterprises' desire to update and integrate their digital environment. This leads to information loss and a decline in service quality. Stricter requirements for handling clients' personal data and increased fraud are creating a negative perception of the full potential of digitalization. The legal specifics of real estate transactions require a personalized approach, taking into account contractual nuances and the specifics of the property itself. Therefore, fully automating real estate transactions is extremely difficult. All this ultimately leads to decreased efficiency in managing real estate companies and the need to find new operating methods that adapt to the modern requirements of the digital economy and the specifics of the Russian real estate market.
71-80
Subject of the study: Organizational principles of management and labor coordination under conditions of increasing complexity and uncertainty, with a focus on the transformation of the classical hierarchical (monocentric) paradigm and the emergence of polycentric forms of organization.Purpose of the study: To conceptualize polycentricity as an organizational principle explaining contemporary transformations of organizational structures and to identify its empirical foundations and key managerial challenges.Methodology: The study has a theoretical and empirical character and is based on a qualitative interdisciplinary methodology integrating economic sociology, organization theory, and complexity theory. The research employs comparative-historical analysis, systematic content analysis of Russian academic publications, analysis of international analytical reports, and case analysis of organizational models demonstrating a departure from classical hierarchical structures.Results: Empirical evidence of a structural crisis of hierarchical management models is identified, including trends toward organizational flattening and a growing gap between formal and informal coordination mechanisms. An original definition of polycentricity as an organizational principle is proposed, and its key attributes are identified. The results show that polycentricity represents a systemic response to increasing organizational complexity and uncertainty rather than a set of isolated managerial practices.Practical implications: The findings can be applied in strategic and organizational management, human resource management, organizational development, and public policy in the fields of labor and education.Conclusions: Polycentricity is identified as an emerging organizational imperative reflecting the limitations of centralized management and requiring coordinated changes in organizational structures, processes, and work values
81-88
This article examines the need to transition from traditional models of professional competency development to an ecosystem approach based on project-based activities. An ecosystem model is proposed that integrates the university's educational environment, labor market needs, and individual student development trajectories. The ecosystem model is based on the integration of various actors (higher education institutions, enterprises, the government, NGOs, etc.) around joint projects aimed at achieving a specific goal. The ecosystem model emphasizes the synergy of the efforts of various participants and the ability to pool resources and competencies for a shared outcome. The model under consideration is designed to create a universal system of competencies that harmoniously combines theoretical knowledge, self-development skills, and student social engagement. The authors emphasize the need to foster close collaboration between higher education institutions, businesses (enterprises and organizations in the real sector of the economy), non-governmental non-profit organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders. The goal of such collaboration is to create a unified, multifunctional space that will ensure the effective development of graduates' professional competencies that meet the demands of the modern labor market, their successful socialization, and full self-realization in their future professional activities. The authors identify and summarize the challenges of developing an ecosystem model for the development of professional competencies in university graduates based on a project-based approach.
Ontology and theory of cognition
88-101
The article offers an analysis of the position of modern philosophy in the modern world, paying special attention to the lack of actualization of many fundamental philosophical sections. The views of J. Deleuze and F. Guattari, designed in a supraphilosophical manner, is not only unexpectedly innovative and extremely odious from the point of view of common sense, but also awakens lively thought on the issue of philosophical reflection of the current state of the worldview. Deleuze and Guattari invented a truly postmodern style of thought, introduced a unique terminological apparatus, and forever changed the face of philosophy. The works of Deleuze and Guattari are analyzed within the framework of formal and substantive methodology, based on the opposition between structure and theory of formal logical formalization and the vividly deconstructive construction of worldviews. As important points in the analysis of the works of these authors, the attitude of postmodernity to the problems of thinking is highlighted, which even by default remain the cornerstone in matters of establishing the subject of philosophy. The denial of the traditional properties of philosophy and the introduction of a categorical apparatus, which is equipped with opaque and vague super-categories, practically paralyzes the available explanatory systems, without replacing their field with adequate and timely ones. The assertion of the intrinsic value of continuous thinking is based on the concepts of "pre-philosophy," "becoming," and "schizoid discourse." The analysis of the main concepts on which the logic of "Capitalism and schizophrenia" is based – the concept and plan of immanence – necessarily connect modern scientific terminology to the analysis of the intellectual state of a contemporary. The original principles of the organization of a new subject of philosophy, such as nomadism, rhizomatism and reassembly, assert the priority of surface thinking, and the special relationship of the new philosophy to its subject practically dissolves it in the third person, since the process of cognitive activity of the brain itself does not need a subjective-objective scheme. Despite the controversial and negative nature of the philosophical views of Deleuze and Guattari, they can be very useful in the problem of the formation of philosophical identity in modern conditions, both scientific and socio-political.
101-108
The life and philosophical work of the great Russian religious philosopher V.S. Solovyov, the founder of the Russian philosophical school and the «new Christianity», continues to be a subject of interest for many researchers in the context of socio-historical and cultural-philosophical issues in both the 20th and 21st centuries. This study examines the particularly controversial opinions of researchers of V.S. Solovyov's work regarding his attitude toward the formation of modernist culture. The relevance of this topic lies in the continued exploration of controversial and debatable issues related to the study of the life and work of the great Russian philosopher, often presented in a tendentious manner. Today, more than ever, it has become necessary to understand the essence of V.S. Solovyov's philosophical ideas, which substantiate the historical significance of Christianity and form the basis of the ideas of the so-called «new Christianity» and the «Russian religious and philosophical renaissance», rather than modernism. The aim of this work is to demonstrate that there are insufficient grounds for attributing the ideas of Russian modernism to the work of V.S. Solovyov, although the influence of his poetry on representatives of the modernist movement is undeniable. The ideological foundations of V.S. Solovyov's philosophy and those of the modernists are fundamentally different. V.S. Solovyov's early transition from materialism and positivism to idealism does not make him the founding father of modernism. General scientific methods of cognition (comparative-historical, logical) combined with a philosophical-anthropological approach served as the methodological basis. Conclusions: It is concluded that the discussions that have been and are being conducted in intellectual circles around the work of V.S. Solovyov indicate the complexity of his philosophical ideas and the need for their further study. An important conclusion is that V.S. Solovyov's objective idealism differs from the subjectivist ideas of representatives of Russian modernism. This research suggests its potential application in teaching philosophy, sociology, and other humanities disciplines, as well as in educating the younger generation in a spirit of respect for the intellectual, spiritual, and moral values of Russian culture and conscious patriotism.
Social and political philosophy
109-117
The subject of this research is the process of mutual influence of man and technology in the course of social development. The purpose of the work is to trace the dialectics of the relationship between these phenomena at different stages of human history. The methodological basis of the research is the civilizational approach using socio-philosophical, problem-historical anthropological and psychological methods. The civilizational approach made it possible to consider man and technology as phenomena of world civilization. Using socio-philosophical and problem-historical methods, it was possible to identify the positions of scientists on the problem of «man–technology», to reveal the positive and negative consequences of scientific and technological progress and the degree of its impact on society. Anthropological and psychological methods were used to analyze people's attitudes towards technological discoveries and achievements that change the world in both positive and negative directions, as well as to understand the terms «humanitarization» and «humanization».The article examines the emergence of man and the emergence of technology as a single interdependent process. The main incentive of technical development is revealed. Examples from ancient and modern history are provided for scientific evidence. Special attention is paid to the state of modern society and the current international situation.The results of this research can be used in the fields of socio-technical planning, occupational safety and social development, international activities, as well as in scientific and educational work.
117-126
The article actualizes the problems of socio-philosophical forecasts, which are often proposed nowadays by representatives of various scientific fields and directions. Two nearby conceptual areas are considered, compared and compared: social forecasting and futurological projects. The research of modern sociological science brings to the forefront the problem of forecasting and design: many areas of society's life and activities need to assess their future state, which may help prevent various kinds of crisis situations by adopting the necessary reforms in time or changing the existing course. In this regard, the concepts and concepts of social forecasting and futurological projects came to the fore in the sociology of the second half of the 20th century. The purpose of the article can be defined as a discussion and analysis of the differences and similarities between forecasting and future projects in line with modern socio-philosophical thought. Among the forecasts and future projects, both optimistic and negative assumptions are revealed, based on the synthesis of the most vivid conceptual and theoretical experiences of the vision of the present. We refer to such conceptual experiences as the globalization and glocalization changes, the further development of the information society, gadgetization and neural networks that followed the NTR. Against the background of these postmodern concepts, it is also possible to note the increasing dynamics of the sphere of art, fashion and advertising, the rapid change of value and ideological orientations, and the existential crisis of any age period. The results of the study discuss the importance of the concept of futurological projects and the activities of futurologists. It should be noted that at the turning point of the epochs and in the situation of globalization and integration processes, the methods of this field of foresight continue to be applied. Forecasting in the context of globalization and informatization is associated with philosophical interpretations of what is happening – this role is assumed by futurology, reflecting diverse images of the future and building possible ideals and values of the following decades. As a result, futurojects illustrate not only potential changes in the social organization and cultural sphere, but also consider the problem of the emergence of a new existence in the public consciousness.
126-137
In today's information society, artificial intelligence is radically transforming the processes of data processing, analysis, and interpretation, performing cognitive functions previously inherent to humans, while simultaneously forming criteria for evaluating, structuring, and determining the significance of information. Algorithmic models provide automated filtering, aggregation, and synthesis of data, redistributing the intellectual efforts of the subject to passive perception of ready-made results, which changes the nature of cognitive experience and the perceived nature of knowledge. The phenomenon of zero-click search demonstrates this transformation: users receive ready-made, visually structured answers directly on the pages of search engines, generative services, and applications, without referring to primary sources. The popularity of this practice is determined by the high dynamics of the social and professional environment, the need for instant gratification of information needs, and the widespread use of digital devices and interfaces, including mobile applications, tablets, laptops, and voice assistants. Zero-click search is implemented technologically in various ways. Classic systems extract relevant fragments from indexed sources, evaluating them for authority, relevance, and structure. Generative algorithms synthesize new answers based on the analysis of large arrays of texts and the relationships between them. Hybrid approaches combine methods, providing a structured, contextually relevant presentation of information with minimal human involvement. Such automation reduces user autonomy, creates «algorithmic trust» in results, and generates the phenomenon of «neuro-slack» – plausible but potentially unreliable content that redistributes control over knowledge, limits critical reflection, and contributes to digital inequality. The concentration of epistemic power in algorithms shifts the value of information from depth of analysis to speed, visual clarity, and compliance with algorithmic criteria, transforming cognitive practice and social communication. In these conditions, there is a need for conscious interaction with technological systems, maintaining critical thinking, and the ability to interpret data reflectively, which will allow us to view information technologies not only as tools for accelerating access to knowledge, but also as an object of analysis of their influence on the distribution of power and the structure of knowledge in society.