Management Theory and Studies for Rural Business and Infrastructure Development

FINANCIAL AND ECONOMIC MANAGEMENT OF THE EFFICIENCY OF ENERGY CROP PRODUCTION IN THE SYSTEM OF SMART TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT OF LABOR RESOURCES

Svitlana Lutkovska — 2025-06-29

The article presents the author's concept of integrated financial and economic management of energy crop production using the example of growing fireweed in the forest-steppe zone of Ukraine. The study is based on comprehensive monitoring of the agro-technological cycle, the dynamics of biomass indicators, economic feasibility and energy efficiency in the context of innovation challenges. For the first time, the feasibility of combining adaptive agricultural technologies with elements of smart analysis of labor and material resource productivity has been substantiated, which allows not only to increase yield, but also to optimize costs at all stages of the production process. The results demonstrate that the most effective is the spring sowing strategy, which provides the highest level of profitability and the greatest energy profit. The proposed network model allows structuring technological operations in the form of a logistical sequence taking into account calendar periods and resource provision, which is key for planning the load on personnel. The author's methodology for assessing energy efficiency shows that the energy efficiency coefficient indicates an average level of technological feasibility of the selected model. Thus, the presented system is a unique multidimensional platform for managing energy agricultural production, which can be integrated into strategies for sustainable development of rural areas through the prism of technological transformation of labor resources.

ECONOMIC IMPACTS OF TECHNIQUE SUBSTITUTION IN CHEMISTRY DUE TO INDUSTRY 4.0

Jiri Klecka — 2025-06-29

The paper analyzes corporate economic effects caused by the substitution of labour by a technique. This kind of substitution is the main phenomenon of Industry 4.0. There is a lack of evidence that the economic benefits of Industry 4.0 outweigh the costs incurred. The paper proves if the initiative Industry 4.0 has positive impacts on corporate performance and if the opposite substitution (increasing importance of labor) does not lead to negative consequences on business results. Financial ratios focused on partial costs are employed to analyse traditional business financial data. The computed cost structure and development are summarized and evaluated by descriptive statistics and the effects of substitution are visualized applying the regression analysis. The chemical companies present a less significant effect of coming Industry 4.0 on the corporate performance than the logistic companies. The general development of the chemical industry was opposite and increasing importance of labour led to the lower level of performance in many cases. Such results could indicate the warnings of late implementation of Industry 4.0 in companies.

SOCIOECONOMIC RESILIENCE IN THE CONTEXT OF SUSTAINABILITY: A COMPARISON OF THE NORDIC AND BALTIC STATES

Agnė Šimelytė — 2025-06-29

This study examines the concept of socioeconomic resilience in the context of sustainability, comparing the Nordic countries (Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden) with the Baltic states (Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania). Socioeconomic resilience, defined as the capacity of societies to absorb shocks, adapt, and transform while maintaining essential functions, is a key component of sustainable development. The Nordic region is renowned worldwide for its comprehensive welfare systems, strong institutions, and the integration of environmental sustainability into policymaking. These factors contribute to high levels of resilience through inclusive economic models, political stability, and social cohesion. In contrast, the Baltic states have achieved rapid economic transformation and EU integration since the 1990s, but have also faced many challenges and threats, including financial instability, energy dependence, high levels of emigration and, more recently, illegal immigration from third countries, encouraged by Belarus and the war between Ukraine and Russia. The dynamic nature of socio-economic situations, especially during crises such as pandemics and natural disasters, affects socio-economic resilience. This paper aims to estimate an index of socioeconomic resilience that considers sustainability and to compare Nordic and Baltic countries. It employs expert assessment, the simple additive weighting (SAW) method, and correlation methods. The research focuses on filling the gap in resilience theory while considering economic and social issues in the context of sustainability and regional integration. This is achieved by evaluating indicators such as institutional quality, economic diversification, social capital, and environmental performance.

CORPORATE CULTURE AS A CONCEPT FOCUSED ON THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY

Silvia Lorincová — 2025-06-29

Current trends in the business environment are creating a new dimension of competitive behavior. In order to succeed, companies must focus on the circular economy. In this context, employees play an important role. They are a source of new innovative solutions, and creators of the corporate culture that influences the company success. The aim of the research is to identify the desired corporate culture using the Organizational Culture Assessment Instrument. Based on the results, the clan corporate culture should dominate companies in the future. Therefore, it is recommended that companies focus on employee development, teamwork, and cohesion. Such a trend creates the potential for success, while the impact of corporate culture on how a company approaches issues of efficient use of resources in the form of a circular economy and sustainability is great.

ASSESSMENT OF THE EFFICIENCY OF CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANISATIONS IN IMPLEMENTING THE CONCEPT OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

Nataliia Pozniakovska — 2025-06-29

The article explores the use of sustainability index ratings as key tools for establishing mechanisms of interaction between government authorities and the public in implementing the concept of sustainable development. It analyses trends in civil society both globally and in Ukraine. The study examines quantitative and qualitative indicators of public participation in societal processes, as well as indices that could improve the quality of information support for civil society organisations. The article discusses the methodology of international rankings regarding the sustainability of civil society. It also investigates the characteristics of civil society organisations and compares the effectiveness of the activities of government bodies and institutions with those of public associations that carry out similar tasks in the social, economic, and environmental spheres. Various scientific approaches to evaluating the activities of non-commercial sector entities are analysed. The importance of applying a program-targeted approach to the accounting and analytical support of the management of civil society organisations is justified, as this could become a tool for implementing Ukraine’s national strategy for promoting the development of civil society. A system of performance indicators is proposed, taking into account the environmental, social, and economic orientation of organisations. Additionally, the application of expert assessments in evaluating the activities of a public organisation under conditions of uncertainty is demonstrated.

EXPRESSION OF THE KNOWLEDGE ECONOMY IN THE CONTEXT OF MARKETING

Agne Sneideriene — 2025-06-29

Although the benefits of the knowledge economy are widely accepted, research in this field remains scarce. Assuming that marketing, which studies people’s needs and provides tools to address them, is suitable to promote the idea and values of the knowledge economy, this research explores whether marketing solutions can help to promote the development of the knowledge economy. The aim of this study has been achieved: based on scientific research analysis, a theoretical model for the development of the knowledge economy, grounded in marketing opportunities, has been developed. The model outlines, in a logical sequence, the stages recommended for creating the preconditions for the development of the knowledge economy, which are essential when designing development strategies. The authors argue that a coherent and effective development of the knowledge economy at the national level may only be achieved through the extremely broad and extensive involvement of development participants, the specific operating principles characteristic of the knowledge economy, and the availability of shared development guidelines. The proposed ideas encompass the disciplines of both knowledge economy and marketing, as well as their interactions.

THE THE USE OF AI TOOLS IN MANAGERIAL EDUCATION

Juraj Fabus — 2025-06-29

This paper investigates the use of AI tools—particularly ChatGPT—in managerial education, focusing on its application in the study of E-Commerce and Management. The paper employs qualitative content analysis and experimental testing with selected university students to evaluate the effectiveness of ChatGPT in learning tasks such as essay writing, comprehension, and problem-solving. The findings demonstrate that while ChatGPT enhances student autonomy and critical thinking, it also presents challenges, such as limited access to up-to-date data and the absence of source citations. The paper concludes with practical recommendations for responsibly integrating AI into educational processes to support academic achievement and curriculum innovation.

MECHANISMS OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION TO ENSURE NATIONAL AND INFORMATION SECURITY

Dmytro Viter — 2025-06-29

In the article, features of formation of the system of national and information security of the state are examined. Implementation of the national security was formed, which includes subjects, objects, structure and external factors of influence. Structural elements of the national security system of the state were proposed. Using principles that are the basis for reforming the mesenchyme of public administration in the system of national and information security was justified. Methods, principles, and tools to form mechanism of public management of national security were identified. Measures were proposed to reform the public administration system in ensuring national security based on democracy, openness, transparency and accountability of state administration officials. Methods of forming the mechanism of public administration were considered.

APARTMENT PRICES ON THE REAL ESTATE MARKET IN POLAND

Olgierd Jeż — 2025-06-29

The purpose of the research was to analyse the primary and secondary real estate markets in Poland during the period from 2006 to the second quarter of 2024. The real estate market is currently influenced by many previously unpredictable factors, particularly those related to the war in Ukraine. Using statistical tools, the study focused on transaction prices of properties in both the secondary markets. Projections of price changes were prepared, along with an analysis of price convergence between cities and the rate of return on real estate rental.

The forecasts indicate that transaction prices in both the secondary markets will continue to rise in future periods. Statistical data provided by the National Bank of Poland were used, and the parameters of the linear function were estimated using the classical least squares method. Calculations were performed using the Gretl software. The unconditional convergence model was applied to assess convergence.

The study was conducted in 17 cities in Poland, covering the period from the third quarter of 2006 to the second quarter of 2024. It was demonstrated that, from quarter to quarter, property prices in the primary market increase on average by 40 PLN per square meter, and in the secondary market by 30 PLN per square meter. Forecast parameters indicate that, as a result of time progression, the transaction price of flats in the primary market increases on average by 4.35 PLN per square meter each quarter.

TALENT MANAGEMENT IN CIVIL SERVICE

Nataliia Obushna — 2025-06-29

In the article, relevant aspects of talent management in civil service are examined, which is the important component of effective state apparatus. Talent management is aimed to ensure high productivity, professional growth and motivation of civil servants, which, in turn, is the basis to achieve strategic goals of the state policy. The author analyzes modern approaches to formation of the talent management system, in particular, urgency of integrating the lifelong learning concept, which provides for continuous professional development of personnel, adaptation to new conditions and challenges, and increasing their competitiveness. Particular attention is paid to the role of young people in civil service, which is strategic resource to ensure innovative development of public administration. Some ways to attract young professionals, to create favorable conditions for their professional formation and development, and to form personnel reserve for effective management in the long term are considered. Young people have significant potential to introduce new approaches, initiatives and technologies into civil service, which is urgent within globalization, digitalization and the public administration reform. In the study, key challenges faced by the talent management system in Ukraine are identified, including low motivation of civil servants and limited resources for training and development. At the same time, in the study, prospects to improve this system are emphasized, including: introduction of modern technologies, development of mechanisms to assess labor efficiency, and strengthening of international cooperation in human resource management. It is emphasized by research findings that it is necessary to develop the comprehensive talent management system that will cover all stages of professional development - from recruitment and selection to training, evaluation, motivation and retention. This will help create capable, professional and motivated team of civil servants who can respond effectively to challenges of the modern world.

CONTRACT FARMING PRACTICES AND ECONOMIC SUSTAINABILITY IN PYRETHRUM FARMING

Imani Stanley Matonya — 2025-06-29

Contract farming is increasingly promoted as a means to enhance agricultural productivity and improve farmers’ livelihoods, particularly for small and medium-scale producers. However, the extent to which existing contract farming practices influence the economic sustainability of pyrethrum farming remains underexplored in Tanzania. This study investigates how contractual arrangements affect the sustainability of pyrethrum farming with a focus on key practices of contract farming. A cross-sectional survey design was employed, targeting 179 randomly selected small- and medium-scale farmers engaged in contract farming. Data were collected using structured questionnaires and analysed through descriptive statistics, regression models, and ANOVA to evaluate the relationship between contract farming practices and economic sustainability. The findings reveal that stable pricing (95.0%), access to extension services (98.9%), and assured market access (99.4%) significantly contribute to economic sustainability, followed by other factors such as stable pricing, extension services, equity in contracts, and technology adoption with B = 12.79, p < 0.001, B = 14.699, p < 0.001, B = 10.505, p < 0.001, B = 8.859, p < 0.001 and R² of 0.858. These results underscore the importance of inclusive and supportive contract structure arrangements in enhancing farmers' economic growth; hence, it assures the contract farming system's sustainability.

MANAGEMENT OF PRIMARY HEALTH CARE FACILITIES BASED ON PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

Zoia Sharlovych — 2025-06-29

The article poses a problem in consistency of approaches to the formation of a set of indicators for evaluating the activity of primary health care facilities with the informational needs of the surrounding institutional environment in new conditions. It was determined that the formation of the health care system in Ukraine currently declares a review of not only the medical, but also the institutional role of primary health care institutions, which implies the initiation of the participation of health care institutions in a global dialogue with elements of the surrounding institutional environment. The purpose of the article is a logical generalization of the key problems of domestic approaches to management and the basis assessment of the effectiveness of primary health care institutions and the development of principles for improving the assessment of institutions in interaction with the elements of the institutional environment. The essence has been studied economic and statistical evaluation methods, the most widespread in the world practice of evaluation and analysis of activities in the field of health care. A chain of forming attributes of the evaluation system has been developed, which determines the sequence of influence of each of the attributes on the final indicator. The institution's institutional environment has been structured primary health care, which is based on the possibilities of influence of individual institutions on the functions performed by the institution. The relationship between potential elements of the institutional environment and the functions of the institution is defined and summarized primary health care and the order of forming attributes of evaluation indicators, which can be used as a basis for developing a set of indicators for evaluating the health care institution's activity in a specific institutional environment.

RESILIENCE OF INDUSTRIAL ENTERPRISES IN UKRAINE REGIONS

Tetyana Calinescu — 2025-06-29

The article analyzes the concept of resilience of industrial enterprises as an important component of their ability to adapt to modern challenges, especially in the conditions of martial law in Ukraine. The restoration and development of business after crisis situations is particularly important for the stability of the regional economy and ensuring sustainable development. The purpose of the study is to determine the priority directions for achieving sustainable development goals for the formation of resilience of industrial enterprises in the Ukraine regions, taking into account foreign and already accumulated domestic experience. The study is based on a conceptual approach to definition of the socio-economic environment "resilience", using general scientific methods of analysis and synthesis, induction and deduction, as well as the method of statistical analysis, systematization and grouping to identify modern development trends. The study identified a general list of recommended measures to support the sustainable development of industrial enterprises. Specific directions of their activity have also been identified to achieve sustainable development goals, build resilience of industrial enterprises in the regions of Ukraine, in particular to: ensure decent pay and proper working conditions, create opportunities for professional development, form a strong corporate culture in martial law, create a financial reserve, impact investing and public-private partnership between the enterprise and regional communities; implement innovations that contribute to the implementation of the principles of the circular economy.