The Main Directions of Digital Modernization of the Agro-Industrial Complex of a Modern Region

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of the article is to determine the main directions of digital modernization of modern region’s agro-industrial complex. Methodology: The authors use the methods of SWOT analysis for studying the process of development of region’s agro-industrial complex in view of all involved business processes by the example of modern Russia. Also, the main directions of digital modernization of modern region’s agro-industrial complex are determined with application of the methods of structural, functional, and logical analysis, synthesis, modeling, and formalization. Results: It is substantiated that digital modernization of the agro-industrial complex should not be a goal in itself (which could erroneously proclaimed in the program documents), but should be a tool of implementing the strategic goal, which is connected to increase of effectiveness and global competitiveness of region’s agro-industrial complex. This tool is used for achieving sustainable development of region’s agro-industrial complex and making the agro-industrial complex the vector of growth and development (not a subsidized sphere) of region’s economy. A structural and logical scheme of digital modernization of modern region’s agro-industrial complex is developed and presented. Recommendations: The main directions of digital modernization of modern region’s agro-industrial complex include electronic document turnover and reports for regulators, digital financing, training of digital personnel, creation of digital technologies, production of digital equipment, digital production, online trade, and digital marketing. These directions are mutually supplementing and require systemic (simultaneous) practical implementation for achieving synergetic effect, connected to increase of effectiveness and competitiveness of region’s agro-industrial complex, its sustainable development, and its becoming a growth vector of region’s economy.