Method Of Situational Analysis Research Articles

Family and family relations in Russian folk tales

The influence of the family on the formation of personality has long been one of the important issues. The family occupies a central place in a person's life. Family is in the focus of almost all folk tales. Russian folk tales serve as a source for studying the image of the family, its importance in people's lives. The purpose is to study the role of family members in Russian folk tales and identify the features of family relations. In the course of the work, the theoretical patterns of fairy tales as a genre of folklore were studied, the role and functions of family members were investigated, and the features of family relations in Russian folk tales were revealed. The object of the study was 30 Russian folk tales. The methods of situational analysis, classification and generalization were used in the work. The authors conclude that each image of a family member is filled with special qualities and functions important for the harmonious existence of the family; fairy tales serve as a mirror that reflects both the positive and negative sides of family life.

Политический проективизм в партийном строительстве

To this day, political design is the subject of academic and public discussions, the result of which is the realization of private, rational, rather than social, interests related to ideas and ideologies. To the greatest extent, this criticism affects the processes of party building. In the mass (and partly in expert) consciousness, parties are defined as institutions aimed at promoting social interests. Within the framework of such views, any emerging and developing project is considered as a de-ideologized formation, based on the rational goals and motives of its participants. Accordingly, the assessment of political projectivism in party building is an important and relevant research task and forms the purpose of this article. The methodological basis of the study was made up of systemic and neo-institutional approaches, the combination of which made it possible to consider political design as a sustainable practice, implemented in the system of political interaction and transforming the essence of modern party organizations. The study also took into account the projective approach of public administration, which defines projects as key components of political (and party) functioning. The main research methods were the general scientific principles of analysis and synthesis, induction and deduction, comparison, as well as the applied method of situational analysis (case-study), which made it possible to determine the significance of political projectivism in their formation and functioning using specific examples of Russian parties. The conclusions of the article are that in the processes of modern party building, political projectivism is a natural and integral process of insti-tutional interaction. It is associated with both objective processes of transformation of modern political and party systems, as well as political parties themselves, and with the subjective orientations of political figures to obtain and maintain positions of power, based on rational planning and use of their available resources. As Russian party history shows, the implementation of party projects can have negative and positive aspects associated with the implementation of activities by such parties, which are also of a pro-ject nature and focused on working with the electorate, including those involving the solution of certain social issues.

Sovereignization as a mechanism of effective economic security of Russia in the context of increasing geopolitical and geo-economic turbulence

Aim. To consider the impact of the current policy of sovereignty of the socio-economic system on the processes of ensuring Russia’s economic security in the conditions of increasing sanctions pressure of the collective West and increasing geopolitical and geo-economic turbulence provoked by the transformation of the unipolar world order. Objectives. To describe the mechanism of influence of Western sanctions on the state of economic security of the Russian Federation (RF); to analyze the state of the national economy in modern conditions and to propose a system of measures to buy the negative external impact, to ensure an acceptable level of economic security, guaranteeing the process of further economic growth in the long term; to propose directions of transformation of economic policy in order to increase the sustainability of the national economic system and qualitativec Methods. We used general scientific methods of research (synthesis, generalization, content analysis, graphical interpretation of data, etc.), as well as methods of strategic, situational, correlation and regression analysis, expert assessments, calculation and analytical methods. Results. The transition to a multipolar world order, which began in the last decade, provoked an unprecedented surge of geopolitical and geo-economic turbulence caused by the rethinking of their own national interests by a significant number of dynamically developing countries that are not part of the privileged caste of the “golden billion”. In response to the emerging threats of losing its dominance in the world, the collective West began to widely implement a policy of containment of the leaders of this movement, identifying Russia’s socio-economic system as a primary aim. It imposed unprecedented economic sanctions on our country, forcing it to launch a special military operation (SMO) in 2022, the costs of which were to stop the economic growth observed in recent years. The economic war declared by the anti-Russian coalition was designed to destabilize the socio-economic situation in the country and cause a change of political regime. However, the economic system of the Russian Federation was able to demonstrate high adaptive capacity and high stability, which is ensured by the effective and adequate to the realities anti-sanctions policy, which includes systematic and purposeful activities of economic entities to ensure the level of economic security of Russia, guaranteeing the progressive and expanded development of the country’s economy in the long term. Conclusions. The problem of Russia’s economic security in the conditions of increasing negative external impact only increases the urgency and requires increased attention from representatives of expert and scientific communities, since the subjects called to carry out the process of ensuring economic security of the country have an urgent need for scientific and methodological support of their activities and the development of recommendations for the effective solution of the tasks set before them to create conditions for further economic growth. Achievement of target indicators of security of the Russian economy is in correlation with the stability and reliability of the national economic system, the degree of activity of its economic agents and the adequacy of modern realities of the socio-economic policy pursued by the state leadership, comprehensive sovereignty of which is defined for the long term as a key vector of development of all spheres of social life of the country and a prerequisite for maintaining independence and international subjectness.

DEBT POLICY OF UKRAINE IN THE CONDITIONS OF MODERNIZATION OF PUBLIC FINANCES

Since the full-scale invasion of Russian Federation, public finances (PF) have been operating under conditions of uncertainty and unprecedented security challenges, akin to those experienced by the entire economic system. The level of uncertainty is such that it overshadows the current financial crises and parity with the consequences of the Second World War. This became the core objective of the study, which consisted of substantiating conceptual approaches to the formation of debt policy, considering the peculiarities of the projection of martial law on the functioning of PF. The research employs a systematic approach to methodology, integrating methods of factual and situational analysis that are grounded in international standards for public debt assessment and theoretical generalisations. Furthermore, through a comparative analysis, the interrelationships and mutual influences between debt policy and budget strategy are monitored. Furthermore, the study assesses the potential of leveraging the frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine's post-war recovery through the PF system. The study revealed that the debt policy is an integral component of the PF system. Unlike other program documents, it demonstrated resilience to both endogenous and exogenous challenges and the capacity to implement corrective measures during economic crises. This has laid the foundation for a Marshall Plan-like strategy for Ukraine. The PF strategy, which was approved just before the outbreak of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, prompted discussions on enhancing the predictability of budgetary policy and debt sustainability. This, together with the adoption of a medium-term public debt management strategy, became the basis for the actual establishment of the Debt Agency as a legal entity, which in the future will ensure, on the one hand, the privileging of grants among the financial mechanisms for covering the budget deficit, and, on the other hand, an additional level of budgetary strategy for generating a multiplier effect from the borrowed funds for post-war reconstruction. On the other hand, this approach will create conditions for the transition from external sources of financing the budget deficit to internal ones by expanding and diversifying the range of investors in government securities. It is proved that debt policy in both the short and medium term will serve as the basis for the implementation of the budgetary strategy of post-war reconstruction, and will create conditions for accelerating the process of forced reparations to compensate for the damage caused by the Russian Federation.

The Republic of South Ossetia in the Context of Regional Security Threats

The article analyzes the security problems in the South Caucasus. The emphasis is placed on the key security threats to the Republic of South Ossetia, which is actually in a state of latent conflict with Georgia. The article uses the method of situational analysis (sitanalysis), which involves considering the problem at the applied level, identifying all the factors that influence the formation of the situation. The author considers that the most important part of the situational analysis is the development of practical recommendations in order to implement a favorable forecast and, if possible, avoid an unfavorable course of events.According to the author’s main conclusions, the Republic of South Ossetia is currently facing a number of serious external threats to its national security in the South Caucasus. The existing threats, challenges and risks for South Ossetia in the South Caucasus region tend to increase, both in local and regional variants. According to the author, efforts should continue to create a sustainable security architecture in the South Caucasus in order to prevent any violent scenarios for resolving existing contradictions and achieving sustainable peace and stability in the region.

Differences in the structure of scientific discourse with individual and collaborative authorship of publications

Within the framework of scientific discourse, the article occupies a central place in the construction and dissemination of knowledge in the scientific community. At the same time, collaborative authorship is becoming increasingly widespread in the scientific community. The syntactic and semantic differences between the texts of collaborations and individual authors present an urgent problem and remain poorly understood. This determines the purpose of the study — to identify differences in the structure of scientific discourse with individual and collaborative authorship of publications. At the preliminary stage of the study, an unstructured research interview was conducted on the specifics of writing scientific articles individually and as part of author teams. The main research is devoted to the analysis of the semantic and syntactic structure of texts using the method of relational situational analysis (RSA), which allows you to automatically identify the correspondence of the syntaxemic structure of a sentence to the logical structure of the actions described in this sentence. The study compared the texts of 201 scientific articles in Russian from the leading psychological journals included in WoS and Scopus, divided into corpora by type of authorship (individual-collaborative) and genres (theoretical articles and reviews vs empirical methodological articles). During the study, it was revealed that the articles written in collaboration have higher lexical coherence, they are more syntactically correct. The volume of the text of a scientific article on psychology is on average 9% more with individual authorship compared with collaborative writing. The semantic and syntactic differences between the texts of articles by individual authors and collaborations have a genre differentiation. In theoretical articles and reviews of collaborations, the syntactic complexity and semantic coherence of the text are higher, the traditional structure of the statement prevails: the thesis is briefly postulated and then fully justified. With individual authorship, the main idea is more often formulated after the context, while reformulation is more often used in the texts of individual authors. The meta-discourse in theoretical articles also differs significantly: the author’s position is more represented by individual authors, and “reader involvement” is in the case of co-authorship. In empirical and methodological articles, the main differences are revealed in the specifics of meta-discourse: the author’s position, unlike the genre of theoretical articles, is more inherent in the texts of collaborations.

Using the case method for teaching information security students in open source intelligence

In today’s world, information is one of the most valuable resources, and the ability to process it becomes especially important in the process of training specialists of various profiles, including specialists in the field of information security. OSINT (Open Source Intelligence) is a technology for collecting and analyzing information about a person, organization, event or phenomenon from open sources. This powerful tool for the effective processing of open data is of particular interest for the formation of vocational competencies of students studying in the direction of training 10.03.01 “Information Security”.The authors of the article explore and test the principles of the case method as an effective method of teaching OSINT technologies. The case method, or the method of situational analysis, involves solving real-life problem situations and practical examples for deep understanding and mastering of the material. The article presents in detail specific cases on OSINT that can be used to teach students of “Information Security”. These tasks contribute to the development of critical thinking, the formation of analytical skills, and the ability to apply the acquired knowledge in practice.The article emphasizes the importance of feedback as a critical element of learning, which allows to customize and adapt the learning process according to students’ needs and level of mastery of OSINT technologies. In addition, the authors emphasize the importance of the multidisciplinary approach in OSINT training, including not only the study of technical aspects but also legal and ethical norms. The analysis of case method principles and case studies presented in the article will be useful for instructors developing OSINT training courses, as well as for specialists interested in modern methods and approaches to training in the field of information security.

On the prospects of using information technologies in forensic activities in the context of the digital transformation of the Russian Interior Ministry system

The subject of this study is the theoretical, legal, methodological, organizational foundations and patterns of application of information technologies in the field of forensic science. The object of the study is forensic science related to the use of information technologies. The purpose of the study is to improve and develop theoretical, legal, methodological and organizational proposals for the application of modern information technologies in forensic science. The study uses methods of analysis and synthesis, as well as methods of situational analysis to study the practical application of information technologies in forensic science. The research methodology includes the study of literary sources, analysis of existing automated information retrieval systems, this article describes potential areas of use of artificial intelligence in forensic science. The novelty of the study lies in the systematization and analysis of modern information technologies, as well as in identifying their potential and limitations in the context of forensic science. The study also offers recommendations for the implementation of information technologies in forensic practice and an assessment of their effectiveness. The scientific development of this topic is demonstrated by a number of studies devoted to the application of machine learning, big data processing and neural networks in forensic science. Conclusions: The evolution of new information technologies demonstrates significant potential for increasing the accuracy and efficiency of forensic research; Pattern recognition and big data analysis technologies facilitate faster identification of evidence and establishment of links between them. Automation of processes can reduce the workload of experts and increase productivity. It is necessary to develop legal norms for the safe and responsible use of information technologies in forensic science. The introduction of information technologies requires additional training and advanced training of forensic specialists.

Трансформация Концепции «Один пояс – один путь» (2013–2023 гг.): хронологический подход

The People’s Republic of China’s “One Belt – One Road” initiative has been rather fully analyzed in the research literature. However, until now, the full chronology of this Initiative has not been presented in Russian historiography. In the article, the authors analyze transformation of the “One Belt – One Road” Concept using a chronological approach. The article also uses a systematic approach, analysis of the current situation, and the method of situational analysis. The development of the Initiative, the regulatory framework, as well as the regular international Belt and Road forums held by China are examined. In addition, the article pays special attention to Russian-Chinese relations, since they become part of the implementation of the project. Special attention is paid to the challenges and promising areas of the Initiative. The authors come to the conclusion that the Concept can be considered as a global geopolitical project; it has sufficient potential for development in the Eurasian region, and can also become a part of a multipolar world order.

Development prospects for production of filtration equipment in the Russian Federation at the present stage

The article examines the challenges caused by changes in the global situation that the production of filtration equipment faced. The equipment is used for the petrochemical complex. The article assesses prospects for technological independence in the petrochemical complex, including the auxiliary market of filtration and separation equipment. The article provides a statistical analysis of the indicators of the Russian filtration sector and analyses the applied filtration and separation methods in a comparative manner. To determine the prospects of companies producing the corresponding equipment and its individual structural elements, the method of situational analysis was used, with the help of which the features of products manufactured at the present stage that influence the development of business in this economic segment are identified. With the method of economic forecasting, the perspective position of domestic manufacturers in the filtration market was determined. With consideration to the modern developments in the field of industry management and to the given basic concepts used in the management of western companies, the possible ways of introduction of advanced managerial decisions were proposed. It is done in order to improve the position of domestic producers, to develop business and to switch to a new level of product improvement, process optimisation, continuous development of companies’ approaches, and thus respond quickly to the emerging challenges.

Immersive Situational Analysis Method Based on Generalized Augmented Grid Statistic

The governance of Virtual-Reality Integration, which seamlessly merges the virtual world (metaverse) with the physical reality, represents an emerging approach to addressing perception and comprehension challenges in complex computational environments. Such Virtual-Reality Integration systems have the capability to streamline data analysis complexity, offer real-time visualization, and provide user-centric interaction, thereby delivering crucial support for data analysis and profound decision-making in complex computational settings. In this paper, we introduce a real-time perception and interaction methodology that combines computer vision with Virtual-Reality Integration technology. We employ the Grid-ORB algorithm-based approach for high-precision feature extraction and three-dimensional registration tracking on resource-constrained devices, enabling the perception of physical entities. Furthermore, we utilize the Kriging method, augmented with a drift term, to fill gaps in numerical physical space data, aiding users in observing real-world physical values and trend fluctuations. To facilitate a unified cognitive experience for data and knowledge, we devise a user-centric interaction interface using augmented reality technology. Within this interface, users can interact with charts and controls through methods such as eye movement and gestures. Finally, we validate our system within a real thermodynamics experimental environment, with results demonstrating a significant enhancement in user efficiency for comprehending data and knowledge within complex environments.

Integrated Colorectal Cancer Screening Based on Decision Support Information System

Background: Decision making modalities for cancer screening for many conditions and different stages have become increasingly complex. Reengineering of traditional and paper-based decision support information system as an innovation strategy facilitates scheduling and decision making and support the delivery of cancer screening services. Objectives: The aim of study is to business process reengineering based on decision support information system in order to integration of colorectal cancer screening plan in Iranian population. Methods: The research method used in this study is mix method research (MMR) which combines quantitative methods and qualitative methods. Data collection techniques and tools in this study are: (1) Situational analysis method by checklist. The status of the current information system was evaluated with a checklist and (2) interview and focus group discussion; it is based on the 37 views of experts. Results: In this study, present screening information system was surveyed of six dimensions. These dimensions were general specification, functions, technologies, data resources, users, manual and standards of screening information system. The present information system performed only 25.1% of the expected information system tasks. The next step, conceptual models of integrated CRC screening information system are developed and approved by experts. Conclusions: Reengineering is a powerful and significant change strategy that can bring quality improvements in decision making processes of colorectal cancer screening plan. Therefore, to support the successful reengineering of decision support information system, comprehensive survey of infrastructures is needed in order to improve the quality of colorectal cancer screening plan.

KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT IN THE CONDITIONS OF INDUSTRIAL ENTERPRISES INTELLECTUALIZATION AND DIGITALIZATION DEVELOPMENT

Objective. The purpose of the research is to deepen the methodological and applied foundations of knowledge management in the conditions of industrial enterprises intellectualization and digitalization development. Methodology. The methodological basis of the research article is a set of theories and concepts that contribute to a full understanding of the knowledge management process of the content at an enterprise in the context of intellectualization and digitalization: theories of knowledge economy, entrepreneurship, institutionalism, microeconomic theory of knowledge management, theory of new knowledge acquisition; the concept of information society; the concept of intellectual capital; the concept of social capital. The methodology is based on system analysis as a scientific method of researching the enterprise knowledge management functions. The study used quantitative and qualitative methods of data and information collection and analysis; methods of analytical, situational analysis and synthesis; comparative analysis, generalization of scientific experience of modern theoretical research, and a systemic and integrated approach. Results. The article outlines the important role of knowledge management in creating competitive advantages, increasing the value of enterprises and ensuring their long-term sustainable development. A new understanding of the essence of the categories of “knowledge management of an industrial enterprise” and “knowledge management system of an industrial enterprise” has been proposed. A theoretical generalization of the concept of knowledge management of industrial enterprises has been carried out. The article describes new trends in the knowledge management system based on the synergistic relationship between technological components and behavioral aspects in management. The scientific novelty lies in improving the methodology and concept of an integrated knowledge management system and methodological support for its effective practical application. The implementation of the knowledge management system in the conditions of intellectualization and digitalization is substantiated, which improves knowledge accumulation processes, integrates knowledge into the field of the enterprise activity and ensures the exchange of knowledge between employees and key stakeholders. Modern knowledge management tools that enable intellectualization and high-quality digitalization of an enterprise are identified. Recommendations for improving knowledge management at industrial enterprises have been developed, as well as mechanisms for their practical implementation have been proposed. Practical significance of the obtained results. The author’s developments and recommendations can be used to effectively use the intellectual potential of an enterprises to increase economic added value through the growth of organizational knowledge.

The main features of the application of the “Case study” method in chemistry lessons

One of the priorities of the modern education system of the Republic of Kazakhstan in recent years is the formation of functional literacy of students and finding new methods of teaching subjects of the natural and mathematical cycle. Along with traditional teaching approaches, new pedagogical technologies such as collaborative learning, interactive teaching methods, the project method, online learning, and the situational analysis method known as Case-study (case study method) are gaining popularity. In this paper, the main features of the use of the Case-study method are identified and described, which contribute to increasing the activity of students and the effectiveness of the learning process in secondary school, the main advantages and types of the method of concrete situations (Case-study), as well as examples of various chemistry cases for 9th-grade students are developed. The study was limited by a small sample size, but the findings provide valuable information for teacher professional development and the development of current chemistry curricula. The results of the survey of students indicate that the use of the method of specific situations (Case-study) when studying individual topics in chemistry increases the success of the assimilation of educational material by students.

Russia, China, and North Korea Strategic Defense Partnership

Due to the aggravation of the global geopolitical confrontation, the relations in the sphere of security issues within the framework of the Russia - China - North Korea triangle get particular importance. The purpose of the study is to analyze the current state and prospects of the strategic defense partnership between Russia, China, and North Korea. The authors used the following methods: a system approach, a method of situational analysis, a comparative method, a method of analyzing the current situation, as well as a method of scenario forecasting. The authors analyzed the relations between Russia and China in the military sphere, Russian-North Korean relations in the security sphere, as well as the role of China and North Korea in ensuring stability in the region. It is concluded that in the current conditions of rising tensions in the AsiaPacific region, primarily on the island of Taiwan and the Korean peninsula, these countries will converge, first, against the triangle USA - Japan - South Korea, often called “Asian NATO”. To conclude, the relations between Russia, China and North Korea will not take the form of a fullfledged military alliance. It is expected that the efforts of military-technical cooperation and the possibility of mutual support in the event of a security threat to one of the countries will be deepened.

The impact of cash flow forecasting errors on the accuracy of business value estimation

Aim. To assess the impact of cash flow forecasting errors on the accuracy of business value estimation and to develop a methodology for applying the income approach to business valuation, aimed at reducing these errors and improving the accuracy of business valuation.Objectives. To systematize external and internal factors of cash flows of enterprises of the real sector of economy; to give a qualitative assessment of the impact of large-scale hard-to-predict negative events — the so-called black swans — on cash flows, business value and to determine the requirements to the qualities of a modern manager necessary for effective work in conditions of non-stationary impact of hard-to-predict large-scale external risks; to assess the impact of errors in cash flow forecasting of the post-forecast period on the result of business valuationMethods. On the basis of the system approach the author applied quantitative methods of time factor accounting in financial management, methods of situational, comparative, factor and regression analysis, as well as approaches and methods of financial risk management.Results. According to the results of the research the external and internal factors of cash flows of the enterprises of the real sector of economy were systematized, the most significant factors of deviation of expected and actual cash flows were singled out. A qualitative assessment of the influence of “black swans” on cash flows and business value is given, the requirements for the qualities of a modern manager necessary for effective work in conditions of non-stationary impact of hard-to-predict large-scale external risks are determined. In addition, analytical estimates of the impact of cash flow forecasting errors on the results of applying the methods of income approach to business value assessment are obtained. The methodology of business value estimation, oriented on the increase of estimation accuracy on the basis of taking into account the stages of business life cycle, is offered.Conclusions. The quantitative estimates obtained in the article and the developed recommendations serve as a theoretical and methodological basis for increasing the efficiency of the income approach to business value assessment in conditions of increased uncertainty and market volatility.

Methods and means of developing the pedagogical skill of teachers of general education disciplines in vocational education institutions

The problem of developing the professionalism of teachers today belongs to the key directions of research in the field of modern pedagogical science. The high quality of teaching in the vocational education system depends on the level of knowledge, pedagogical skill of the teacher, and his/her professional maturity. On the basis of the conducted analysis, it is substantiated that the effectiveness of the development of the pedagogical skill of teachers of general education disciplines of vocational education institutions depends both on the correct definition of goals and content, and on the methods of achieving the goal - teaching methods.
 The purpose of the article is the theoretical justification of the main methods and means of developing the pedagogical skill of teachers of general education disciplines of vocational education institutions.
 The work characterizes the main functions of teaching methods, analyzes their main classifications, examines familiar, traditional methods (lecture method, story, explanation, training exercises, explanatory conversation, discussion, independent work, instruction, etc.), as well as innovative: simulation and game methods, brainstorming method, problem methods, project method, case method, master class, work in pairs, work in groups, consultations, portfolio, method of situational analysis, coaching, tutoring, etc.
 The study revealed that improving the professional skill of teachers of general education disciplines in vocational education institutions is a complex process. The professional skill of a teacher is an individual style, combined with high professional competence, which determines the ability to apply traditional and innovative technologies, to carry out professional activities regardless of the conditions of the social environment and the characteristics of students. That is why explanatory-illustrative, reproductive, and problem-based teaching methods (traditional and innovative) should gradually and purposefully implement cognitive activity, develop and improve professional skills within the framework of formal, non-formal, and informal continuous pedagogical education of teachers of general education disciplines of vocational education institutions

БЕРЕЖЛИВОЕ МЫШЛЕНИЕ И СИТУАЦИОННОЕ УПРАВЛЕНИЕ В ОЦЕНКЕ ПОТЕРЬ ПРОВОЗНОЙ СПОСОБНОСТИ АВТОМОБИЛЬНОГО ПАРКА

When planning daily shifts in a motor transport enterprise, the main task is to maximize the use of the vehicle fleet’s carrying capacity, estimated by the amount of cargo that can be transported per shift (day) in the absence of all types of unproductive losses. The solution to this problem can be found within the framework of the concept of lean thinking, the center of which is the identification and elimination of unproductive losses. To identify the factors that caused losses, causal research is used, an example of which, along with others, is the situational approach. The problematic situation is a cause-and-effect complex of factors, the elimination of which ensures an increase in the efficiency of cargo transportation. The situation model contains a quantitative assessment of the goal of eliminating the problem situation, technical and operational indicators characterizing certain types of losses and recommended measures to eliminate them. The purpose of the study is to develop tools for assessing losses in the carrying capacity of a vehicle fleet, based on situational modeling in the implementation of the principles of lean thinking in relation to the transportation of metallurgical cargo. The study used methods of situational analysis, mathematical modeling, and analysis of technical and operational indicators of the transport process. To study the state of the issue, an analysis of scientific literature was carried out. The main results of scientific novelty are: a situational model of vehicle fleet capacity losses; coefficients of loss of vehicle fleet carrying capacity when transporting metallurgical cargo. Calculation of vehicle fleet capacity loss coefficients must be made using the capabilities of intelligent navigation control systems. Further research is expected to be conducted in the direction of developing specific applications of the concept of lean thinking and situational approach to increasing the efficiency of cargo transportation, as well as in the direction of developing digital systems for managing road transport.

MAIN TASKS OF THE UNIVERSITY DURING THE RUSSIAN-UKRAINIAN WAR

B a c k g r o u n d . This article explores the tasks and goal of university education in Ukraine during the war. The role of the University in the field of education and public life during the russian-Ukrainian war is outlined. The educational sector is going through significant challenges along with Ukraine in the context of the military operations. Therefore, the university community is actively involved in the struggle and not only on the educational front. The article is particularly addressing the following questions: what are the challenges that universities face in times of war?; how can university education continue under the circumstances of war?; what are the main tasks of university education for this period?; what are the new tasks that the University is facing today compared to the original tasks at the moment of the emergence of universities?; The article also demonstrates the transformation of university education from the time of the coronavirus pandemic to the moment of russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Met hod s. The research methodology includes general scientific methods of analysis and synthesis. Method of situational analysis is also adopted within the methodology. The article uses an analytical approach based on the study of historical and philosophical sources. R e s u l t s. It is evident that Ukrainian universities despite the circumstances of war still operate as centers of education, train highly qualified professionals, develop science, and raise a new generation of scholars. University as an institution keeps cultivating an average person into a cultured one. We mean that the University preserves and transmits to young generations the culture of the Ukrainian national spirit in times of war. C o n c l u s i o n s. The article proves that the University, in such a difficult time of war, is forming the contemporary culture of Ukraine. This contemporary culture is created by the inseparable unity of two guilds: those who teach and those who study. So we are witnessing the realization of a new, glorious history of Ukraine, and the University is actively contributing to it. After all, Ukrainians are united by belonging to a great culture, and nowadays this culture manifests itself in the greatness of the national spirit that the Ukrainian people demonstrate.

Simulation model of the quantified swot/tows matrix on an example of situational analysis at subnational level

Based on the idea of converging the concepts and models used in real-sector strategic planning in order to be applied to the public sector, this paper is aimed at examining potential improvements of the standard process of strategic planning within regional economics, particularly in situational analysis as an initial stage. In accordance with the above, a simulation model of the application of quantified SWOT / TOWS matrix analysis was performed. Combinations of two methods of situational analysis were applied in the model, namely SWOT and TOWS matrix, and additionally introduced methods of Focus Group and Delphi method. Compared to the standard methods for developing strategic documents and analyses within the scope of regional economics planning, the proposed model emphasizes the connection between the real-sector tools and the strategic decision-making processes of the public sector, minimizes the subjectivization of the situational analysis by introducing the Delphi method, utilizing independent expert knowledge, which is also the main contribution of this model. The simulation model developed in this paper achieved satisfactory outcomes and could be applied in further research to solving of actual problems in strategic planning within the scope of regional economics. The model limitations are related to the quality of implementation of the focus group (sample, chief moderator’s expertise), the selection of experts for the Delphi analysis and the moderation of the Delphi method and the process of developing optional actions in the TOWS matrix. The paper’s main expected contributions are the findings obtained during modelling, model discussion and open questions related to potential future research, all based on the idea of convergence of the strategic planning tools used in the real and public sectors.