The current state of economic security of horticultural enterprises in Ukraine, functioning in the agro-industrial complex of Ukraine, indicates the presence of a large number of internal and ...external threats that arise in the process of their financial and economic activities. Most horticultural enterprises have an insufficient level of economic security. The purpose of the study is to substantiate the algorithm of economic security management of horticultural enterprises of Ukraine. Methodology. During the study the following methods were used: analysis and synthesis (to critically comprehend the theoretical provisions of economic security); system analysis (to substantiate the economic security management system of horticultural enterprises and its subsystems); expert method (to determine the weights in the integral index of internal economic security of horticultural enterprise); methods of statistical (correlation and regression) analysis (to check the sensitivity of horticultural enterprises of Ukraine to changes in macroeconomic and other indicators); graphic and tabular methods (to visualize the results of the study). Results. The authors pay special attention to the presence of internal and external threats to the economic security of horticultural enterprises. The authors have developed a protocol for managing internal and external economic security of horticultural enterprises as a set of successive stages, which will ensure the achievement of the target level of economic security. The article substantiates the methodological approach to the assessment of internal economic security of horticultural enterprise on the basis of relative indicators, which are combined into five components. The article substantiates methodological approach to the assessment of external economic security of horticultural enterprise on the basis of four macro-indicators. Practical implications. The proposed protocol of economic security management of horticultural enterprise can be used as a technology of enterprise management to ensure its stable development. The proposed method for assessing internal and external economic security can be used by a horticultural enterprise. Value/originality. Improved the theoretical and applied bases of the study of economic security of agricultural enterprises on the example of horticultural enterprises. The methodological foundations of internal and external assessment of the economic security of enterprises were developed. The protocol of economic security management of horticultural enterprise is developed for the first time. The protocol includes interconnected and sequential stages and is adaptive to modern conditions of financial and economic activity of horticultural enterprises.
The world ecological problem of waste accumulation, environmental pollution and the need to develop a circular economy are described. The aim of the article is to show the advantage of using a ...circular economy in the management of the national economy. It is substantiated that resource management should radically change from a linear model of accept-use-dispose to a more stable, circular model. It is proved that the principles of circular economy are not based on the management of material and waste flows, but on more valuable methods, such as maintenance, recycling and reuse. Different models of circular economy and their shortcomings are considered. Based on practical world experience in implementing the concept of circular economy, 5 main circular business models are identified. It has been established that circular supply chains that minimize waste and seek to reuse, repair and recycle where waste cannot be prevented should be more sustainable than the linear systems they replace. It was found that in the absence of effective resource management, the current environmental situation will lead to fatal consequences, which confirms the need for public administration to ensure the use of a circular economy.
The article is aimed at substantiating the need for variative regional policy based on the availability of sustainable spatial models of entrepreneurial efforts of agricultural activity at the ...regional level, formed under the influence of temporal and spatial effects. On the basis of econometric calculations, an analysis of the presence of stable spatial models of small and medium business development in the sphere of agriculture is carried out. A ranking of regions of Ukraine according to the criteria of entrepreneurial activity in the sphere of agriculture is carried out. Based on the use of Pearson correlation coefficient, interregional clusters with concentration of the regions-leaders (Kyiv, Kyiv region and Polissya) and the region-outsider (Donbass) are allocated. The results of the econometric calculations indicate that the process of creation and development of small enterprises as a whole is neither stochastic nor completely deterministic, and therefore is exposed to external influence, including measures of the State support. It is summarized that in regions with low level of development of agriculture be necessary to introduce additional measures on providing the State regulation, in particular in the direction of improvement of the investment climate, improvement of the level of social policies to support agricultural entrepreneurship, etc.
Innovation is a major factor in the future development of humanity in general and the economy in particular. Ukrainian economy is currently going through a difficult period, which requires the search ...for innovative ways out of this situation. One of the possible ways to solve this problem is to build an innovative logistics strategy. The article examines the conceptual foundations of innovative and logistical activities in Ukraine. The essence and significance of the logistical approach in the activities of enterprises are defined. It is noted that the essence of the logistical approach is the integration of individual links of the commodity chain into a single system that will ensure the most effective management of the continuous material flows. The relationship of logistics with innovative activity of enterprises is identified. The place of logistical approach to management of innovative activity of enterprise is determined. Management aspects of innovation and logistics development are researched. It is specified that in conditions of openness of implementation of innovative processes, those enterprises that can quickly implement an innovative idea do gain a competitive advantage. The basic components of the conception of innovation logistics are outlined. The main provisions of the logistic conception in the development and management of innovative activities of enterprises are distinguished. It is summarized that innovative activity on the basis of logistics forms an effective mechanism for innovative management of enterprises. The use of a logistical approach to the management of innovative activities contributes to the achievement of the goal and strategic targets of the enterprise, in particular, with its implementation, the efficiency of economic, financial, economic and sales activities increases; the target audience is expanding, resulting in an increased demand for products (goods) and services; profit increases; competitive positions in the market are strengthened.
The article is devoted to the study of the issue of formation of effective logistics management on the principles of lean logistics. The article analyses the scientific and methodological basis for ...implementing the principles of logistics management by Ukrainian enterprises. The study defines the essence of the definition of "Lean logistics". It has been established that the principles of Lean logistics are based on cost control, waste reduction, speed increase and maximum use of customer values, which allows maximising the benefits of logistics activities. It is specified that Lean logistics is a sign of the maturity of management of a logistics enterprise and a new management model created to adapt to market development in an economically unstable situation. It is emphasized that adherence to the principles of Lean logistics will allow the enterprise to increase the level of competitiveness on the market. The companies that are currently actively implementing Lean logistics technologies in their operations have been identified. On the basis of theoretical material and research of practices of applying Lean-logistics in the process of entrepreneurial activity, the main goals, principles and key principles of implementation of Lean-logistics are identified. The tools and methods for implementing the Lean logistics technology are defined. The main stages of Lean logistics implementation are highlighted. The main technological aspects of lean logistics implementation are identified. An analysis of the implementation of the lean logistics concept by Ukrainian enterprises has made it possible to explore the key conditions for development and obstacles to the introduction of Lean innovations. It is noted that the main driver of the implementation of Lean logistics technology is personnel. It is stated that in order to implement Lean logistics, the most important stage is planning, since it significantly determines whether an efficient logistics process will be formed and whether the implementation of this innovation will bring additional benefits for the enterprise. In conclusion, it is noted that the implementation of the Lean logistics model is a requirement of the time and the key to increasing the development and competitiveness of an enterprise.
The paper generalizes foreign experience in strategic planning when determining future guidelines for countries' development. The role of investment strategy as a tool to improve the competitiveness ...of agricultural sector and economy as a whole is determined. Analysis of the implementation of the development program of Ukrainian village till 2015 helped identifying the problems with state funding of planned activities and pointed on the lack of investment strategy formed on the basis of clearly defined development priorities of the leading industries. Authors' interpretation of the relationship of national development strategy with investment strategies (of the state, industries, business entities) is proposed. The authors ground that government investment strategy should be seen as a systemic strategy which can determine and lead the development of investment activities in various industries, including agriculture.
Nowadays, transformational changes are taking place in all spheres of human life. Some of these changes may not be noticed by a person, and some of them possess worldwide scale, causing fear for the ...present and the future. Each person has different adaptation mechanisms: some take longer and some perceive the new reality faster. In order to deal with modern challenges, society needs a new generation of leaders who are able to work effectively and solve problems associated with rapid change and uncertainty. The relevance of the subject matter of the research is determined by the study of issues of leadership in the structure of managerial processes, analysis of modern approaches to its definition and the necessity for consideration of psychological and behavioral characteristics of a leader as a manager. Although leaders set the direction and pace of work, they must also use management skills to motivate employees smoothly and effectively, and be able to resolve social and labor conflicts in order to achieve the strategic goals of entrepreneurial structures. Therefore, the above-mentioned aspects determine the relevance of the article's subject matter and demonstrate the necessity for further theoretical and methodological investigations of this issue. The article is devoted to the study of issues related to the essence, significance, principles and models of leadership in managerial activities. It is noted that the human resource potential of an enterprise is by far its most valuable asset and driving force. In its turn, the employees who possess leadership qualities are the most valuable among this asset. It is indicated that leadership is the most effective source of any transformation, effective mechanisms for its growth and development. In the course of the study, a constructive analysis of the issue of leadership as a necessary element of managerial activity has been carried out. The definitions of the concepts of "leader" as a subject and "leadership" as an element of managerial activity were analyzed. The main approaches for the determination of leadership positions have been considered. The fundamental principles of leadership in the management process have been identified. The essential functionality of leadership in society has been defined. The models of leadership positions in the management system are considered. A model of leadership based on a value-oriented approach that consists of valuable, purposeful, and instrumental elements of management has been formed.
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