Theory and Practice of Public Administration

Regulatory and legal basis and European integration aspects of modernization of the system of strategic planning of regional development in the conditions of post-war reconstruction

Dmytro Karamyshev — 2026-05-30

The article analyzes the regulatory framework and organizational approaches to improving the national system of strategic planning for regional development during post-war reconstruction. Practical recommendations are formulated for optimizing legislation and management tools for strategic planning for regional development, which will allow adapting regional policy to the modern requirements of European integration.
The analysis of the regulatory framework indicates a systemic transformation of Ukrainian legislation and its adaptation to the principles of EU regional policy. Thanks to the modernization of the strategic planning system, in particular the introduction of smart specialization, geographic information systems and monitoring by key indicators, Ukraine has created a modern institutional foundation for effective strategic management of regional development.
It is substantiated that the adaptation of the regulatory framework in the context of European integration and post-war reconstruction requires solving the following strategic tasks: eliminating inconsistencies and contradictions, duplication of functions and discrepancies between strategic documents of the state, sectoral, regional and local levels; optimization of financial instruments, ensuring a clear link between strategic goals and budget allocations, in particular through transparent mechanisms and attracting funds from European structural funds; increasing the capacity of local governments and Regional Development Agencies, as well as actively involving the public sector in the processes of developing, monitoring and evaluating programs and projects.
It has been proven that further improvement of the regulatory framework should be based on the principles of subsidiarity, flexibility and multi-level governance. It is this approach that is critically important for: ensuring sustainable post-war recovery; convergence of regional policy implementation methods; successful integration of the domestic strategic planning system into the EU security and economic space.

Evolution of models of interaction between the state and civil society in Ukraine: from «participatory governance» to «co-creation»

Kostiantyn Kozlov — 2026-05-30

The article examines the evolution of conceptual models of interaction between the state and civil society in Ukraine through the prism of the transition from «participatory governance» to «co-creation» as a new paradigm of public administration. The hypothesis of the study is that this transition reflects not just a change in the terminological apparatus, but a fundamental transformation of the roles of the state, civil society and the individual citizen in the process of making and implementing public decisions, and that Ukraine, as a result of three key shocks – the Revolution of Dignity, decentralization reform and full-scale Russian invasion – has undergone an accelerated trajectory of this transformation, which in other countries lasted for decades.
The study uses comparative-analytical and institutional approaches. Based on the systematization of theoretical concepts of New Public Governance (NPG), collaborative governance and co-creation, the key differences between the models are identified and the logic of their sequential deployment in Ukrainian institutional practice is outlined. Particular attention is paid to the analysis of three time horizons: pre-Maidan (before 2014), post-Maidan (2014–2022) and military (from 2022 to the present). It is shown that each of these horizons formed a specific configuration of interaction between public authorities and civil structures – from paternalistic-declarative to participatory-network and, ultimately, to co-creative. The role of digitalization of public administration, in particular the «Diya» platform, in the formation of new forms of civic participation and joint production of public services is established. The challenges facing Ukraine on the path to full-fledged institutionalization of “co-creation” are analyzed: asymmetry of resources between state and civil actors, legal lack of regulation of co-creation mechanisms, risks of co-optation of civil society by the state.
It is concluded that “co-creation” in conditions of martial law acquires an additional dimension – a mechanism for preserving and strengthening social resilience, and post-war recovery requires purposeful formation of the institutional architecture of co-creation as a new social contract between the state and citizens. Four strategic tasks for the institutionalization of “co-creation” in Ukraine are identified: normative consolidation, resource symmetry, development of collaborative culture and ensuring democratic quality.

Public governance of regional development in the context of digital transformation: theoretical and conceptual foundations

Mykyta Kolinko — 2026-05-30

The article provides a theoretical and conceptual analysis of public governance of regional development in the context of digital transformation. The relevance of the study is determined by the fact that digital technologies are changing not only the technical tools of administrative activity, but also the logic of interaction between public authorities, local self-government bodies, business and civil society. The study examines the content of the concepts of “public governance”, “regional development” and “digital transformation” and analyses scientific and regulatory approaches to their interpretation. Public governance is understood as a system of interaction between public institutions and social actors aimed at implementing the public interest. Regional development is considered not only as a process of positive changes in a region, but also as a managed evolution of a regional system from its current state to a qualitatively new one that corresponds to the strategic priorities of both the region and the state as a whole. Particular attention is paid to digital transformation as an interdisciplinary phenomenon that has specific accents in different spheres of social life, but is generally associated with the comprehensive restructuring of processes under the influence of digital technologies. The article substantiates the expediency of applying a value-result approach, which makes it possible to consider digital transformation not as an end in itself, but as a tool for achieving socially significant results: increasing the effectiveness of public governance, transparency, accessibility of public services, reducing interregional disparities and improving the quality of life of the population. Based on the generalization of the research results, the author proposes a definition of public governance of regional development in the context of digital transformation as a scientifically grounded, technologically supported and socially oriented activity of public actors aimed at strategic planning, coordination and implementation of regional policy in the space of digital social relations.

Genesis of economic inequality in Ukraine in the context of its systemic consequences

Mykola Kovalenko — 2026-05-30

The article explores the genesis of economic inequality in Ukraine and its systemic consequences amidst contemporary macroeconomic and geopolitical shifts. Particular attention is paid to the fact that wealth stratification has evolved from a purely financial issue into an existential obstacle to sustainable socio-economic development and the preservation of societal integrity. It has been demonstrated that domestic inequality has deep structural roots and is not merely a consequence of objective market processes, but rather a result of the entrenchment of clan-oligarchic capitalism and the institutionalization of political rent extraction mechanisms. The methodological framework of the study is based on a systemic-institutional approach combined with historical-logical, statistical, and comparative methods, which allowed for viewing inequality as a logical consequence of defects in state policy and profound deformations in the public administration system. The empirical and informational basis of the research includes macroeconomic reviews and analytical reports from the World Bank (notably the Macro Poverty Outlook), Credit Suisse, as well as global studies by Oxfam, the IMF, and the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). The article provides a detailed periodization of domestic wealth stratification, structured into three key stages: the transformational crisis with primary capital accumulation (1991–1999), the period of oligarchic institutionalization (2000–2021), and the stage of acute economic inequality under martial law (2022–present). It is shown that the model of national asset distribution formed in Ukraine effectively blocks 99.8% of the adult population from efficient capital formation processes, thereby perpetuating socio-economic stagnation. The key result of the study is the identification of qualitatively new deformations of the social structure during the full-scale war. In particular, the transformation of classical income inequality into an acute polarization by real consumption level has been established, accompanied by an increase in poverty to 38% and a critical rise in the Gini coefficient to 0,50 in 2025. Factors contributing to the deepening of disparities are analyzed, including the intensification of sectoral imbalances and the disproportionate expansion of the shadow labor market, which most severely affects the most vulnerable segments of the population. It is emphasized that excessive stratification erodes public trust in the state, exacerbates legal nihilism, devalues integrity, and acts as a catalyst for demographic depression. Based on the analysis, the necessity for a radical change in the public administration strategy regarding the minimization of economic inequality is substantiated. The inefficiency of fragmented social benefit policies is highlighted, and the need for a transition to a mobilization development model and comprehensive structural reforms is argued. It is concluded that overcoming the destructive consequences of wealth polarization requires a fundamental transformation of the oligarchic governance model, expanding citizens’ access to productive resources, and active de-offshorization and formalization of the economy to establish institutional justice as an integral basis for a human-centric model of sustainable socio-economic development.

Paradoxes of digital resilience: asymmetry of regional development and local well-being in the context of crisis management

Vitalii Kruhlov — 2026-05-30

The study provides a comprehensive assessment of the relationship between the level of digital transformation and local well-being in Ukrainian regions under martial law, while also substantiating differentiated approaches to state regional policy formation based on spatial clustering. The research design relies on a combination of statistical and spatial analysis methods. The empirical basis consisted of a 2024 dataset covering 22 regions of Ukraine (specifically, the Digital Transformation Index and the Local Well-Being Index). Correlation analysis (Pearson and Spearman coefficients) was applied to test the hypothesis of a linear or monotonic relationship. For the spatial typologization of territories, the k-means clustering method with preliminary data standardization (Z-Score) was utilized. According to the correlation analysis results (r = 0.255; ρ = 0.353 at p > 0.05), the absence of a direct linear relationship between the pace of public sector digitalization and the objective state of societal comfort was statistically proven. The existence of the «digital resilience» phenomenon was empirically confirmed, wherein under security crises, digitalization transforms from a tool for enhancing well-being into a fundamental mechanism for the institutional survival of local self-government. Based on the cluster analysis, regions were differentiated into four typological groups: «Leaders of balanced development», «Regions of digital deficit», «Regions of digital paradox» (high digitalization combined with negative well-being), and «Territories of complex vulnerability». The ineffectiveness of applying universal strategies in public administration was demonstrated. An adaptive approach to the allocation of public finances has been developed, which proposes cluster-specific regulatory instruments: from innovation stimulation based on public-private partnerships in rear regions to direct anti-crisis financing of critical services and the deployment of mobile solutions in frontline areas.

Prospects for corporate sustainable development in the context of post-crisis recovery

Viktoriia Berlizova — 2026-05-30

The conditions of post-crisis recovery, complicated by global economic shocks, wartime risks, social transformations, and the intensification of environmental problems, require a fundamental review of traditional corporate strategies. Ensuring the long-term competitiveness and resilience of corporations is impossible without the implementation of sustainable development principles and ESG criteria. In this regard, the aim of the article is to substantiate the theoretical and practical foundations for shaping the prospects of sustainable corporate development in the context of post-crisis economic recovery, considering ESG approaches and modern challenges. The application of interdisciplinary, systemic, and structural-functional approaches allowed for viewing the corporation as an integrated and adaptive socio-economic system. The article presents a comprehensive study of the key directions of corporate strategy transformation, highlighting the shift from short-term profit maximization to the concept of creating long-term shared value. The decisive role of ESG approaches, digitalization of business processes, effective corporate governance, and innovative anti-crisis strategies in ensuring corporate stability is proven. The organizational, economic, institutional, and information-analytical mechanisms for implementing sustainable development strategies are systematized. The main scientific achievement is the development of a conceptual model for the sustainable development of a corporation under post-crisis recovery conditions, which comprehensively reflects the interconnections among the external environment, the anti-crisis management subsystem, and integrating ESG tools. The findings and the developed model provide an applied foundation for transforming the corporate sector in the post-war period. It is demonstrated that the integration of the proposed approaches is critically important for attracting ESG investments into the restoration of energy, infrastructure, and transport sectors. The implementation of the defined priority directions will contribute to increasing the investment attractiveness of corporations, reducing risks, building public trust, and harmoniously combining economic growth with environmental protection.

Strategic planning of a community under temporary occupation: a two-phase contingent approach (the case of the Lysychansk community)

Igor Dunayev — 2026-05-30

The article substantiates a two-phase contingent approach to the strategic planning of a territorial community whose main territory is temporarily occupied and whose population has been forcibly relocated. Drawing on the case of the Lysychansk city territorial community, the authors show that standard local strategic-planning frameworks – designed for full territorial control and access to current statistics – cannot be applied to such communities without deep adaptation. The principal hypothesis is formulated: effective planning is achieved not by adapting a standard single-phase framework but through a distinct two-phase contingent regime in which the object of management and the type of uncertainty differ between the phases, and the transition is activated by an external trigger – de-occupation. Five constructs of the approach and three methodological forks, the traversal of which constitutes this regime, are presented. Using the case, the authors demonstrate that three current strategic goals of Phase A are implemented immediately through annual action plans and budget programmes, while five directions of post-war reconstruction are formalised as a ready but «dormant» Phase B architecture. Drawing on the authors’ own survey of internally displaced persons (February 2024, N = 1415), the auxiliary hypothesis is tested: the intention to return is weakly associated with material conditions and significantly with identity-related and age factors; hence community retention in Phase A should rely on symbolic, informational and targeted instruments rather than material ones alone. A typology is proposed that distinguishes the case of an accessible (de-occupied) community from that of an occupied, relocated community as two different planning regimes. The approach is qualified honestly as a substantiated framework validated on a single case that requires replication to attain the status of a methodology. The results are applicable to dozens of communities in eastern and southern Ukraine with temporarily occupied territory.

Legal mechanisms of public authority implementation in the de-occupied territories of Ukraine

Svitlana Klimova — 2026-05-30

The article provides a comprehensive study of the legal mechanisms for implementing public authority in the de-occupied territories of Ukraine from institutional, organizational, legal, and financial perspectives. It is substantiated that the restoration of public authority in territories temporarily occupied as a result of the armed aggression of the Russian Federation is a key prerequisite for ensuring state sovereignty, territorial integrity, the rule of law, and the sustainable development of territorial communities.
The institutional and legal mechanisms of exercising state power in de-occupied territories are analyzed. It is established that the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, the President of Ukraine, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, and central executive authorities play a leading role in the reintegration process by forming the legal framework for recovery, ensuring security, implementing reconstruction policies, and coordinating public administration activities. It is proven that the effectiveness of these institutions depends on proper legal regulation, interagency cooperation, and compliance with the principles of good governance.
The organizational and legal foundations of territorial-level public authority are examined. Particular attention is paid to the activities of local state administrations, military administrations, and local self-government bodies during the de-occupation process. It is demonstrated that restoring institutional capacity, professional staffing, access to administrative services, public security, and administrative justice is a necessary condition for the successful reintegration of de-occupied territories and rebuilding public trust in state institutions.
The financial and legal mechanisms supporting public authorities in de-occupied territories are studied. It is established that budgetary instruments, state target programs, regional development policy mechanisms, public investments, public-private partnerships, and international financial assistance constitute the main sources of recovery financing. The need to strengthen transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the use of public financial resources through improved state financial control and anti-corruption mechanisms is substantiated.
Based on the research conducted, proposals are formulated to improve the legal framework for public authorities in de-occupied territories by introducing a special legal regime for a ten-year transitional period following de-occupation. The expediency of establishing a specific legal status for public authorities operating in such territories is substantiated. It is proposed to grant these authorities the right of legislative initiative on recovery and development issues, as well as enhanced powers to independently manage financial resources under the permanent supervision of state financial control bodies. The study also substantiates granting these authorities the power to enter into agreements with international financial organizations for reconstruction and development projects. Furthermore, special tax regimes for investors participating in the reconstruction of occupied territories are proposed to stimulate investment, accelerate economic recovery, and ensure sustainable community development.

Sustainable environmentally-oriented development of the Ukrainian Carpathians as a key direction of the european integration progress of post-war Ukraine

Tomasz Michalski — 2026-05-30

The article presents the results of a scientific and applied analysis of the problems and prospects for sustainable environmentally-oriented development of territorial communities in the Ukrainian Carpathians in the context of decentralization, European integration, and post-war recovery. The research is conducted within the framework of deepening decentralization processes, implementing the European integration course, and addressing the needs of post-war reconstruction. The aim of the work is to generalize the current state of mountain communities, identify key constraints on their socio-economic and environmental capacity, and substantiate directions for improving local development policies through the implementation of European approaches to supporting mountain areas. It is argued that the local government reform has expanded the administrative and financial capacities of communities in the Carpathian region; however, their practical implementation is complicated by a shortage of qualified personnel, misalignment of priorities between the population and authorities, demographic and migration shifts, as well as the escalation of environmental risks exacerbated by military actions. The necessity of integrating environmental constraints and territorial potential into strategic planning processes is substantiated. This involves combining infrastructure restoration with the development of the tourism and recreation sector, supporting small and medium-sized enterprises, fostering environmental culture, and improving financial equalization tools considering the specificities of mountain areas. It is concluded that enhancing the capacity of Carpathian communities requires institutional strengthening of local governance, intensifying partnerships with EU communities, and implementing adapted European practices for supporting mountain territories.
A concept of innovative environmentally oriented economic development for the Carpathian region based on digital transformation and European integration is proposed. The concept incorporates the adaptation of the European Smart Specialisation Strategy instruments to the specific conditions of the Carpathian region. The study examines the potential for developing digital employment in mountainous areas, identifying the types of employment that correspond to the region’s smart specialisation priorities. Furthermore, a cluster-based cooperative model of contract farming for the Carpathian region is proposed, highlighting the opportunities for contractual arrangements and describing the mechanism of stakeholder interaction.

Features of formation and implementation of state policy for economic development of territorial communities in the regions of Ukraine

Tetiana Tereshchenko — 2026-05-30

The article examines the features of the formation and implementation of the state policy of economic development of territorial communities in the regions of Ukraine in modern conditions. The research methodology is based on systemic and comprehensive approaches, a synthesis of modern scientific research and is a combination of systemic, institutional and comparative approaches, which made it possible to consider the state policy of economic development of territorial communities at the regional level as a holistic system, vulnerable to destructive influences and existing threats.
It is noted that the formation and implementation of an effective state policy of economic development of territorial communities requires deep regional differentiation of state support instruments, integration of humanitarian and economic measures, as well as innovative mechanisms for attracting investments under existing risks. Key problems and prospects for improving the state policy of economic development of territorial communities at the regional level in Ukraine are identified, taking into account existing challenges and threats. The need for more flexible public management approaches in the formation and implementation of the state policy of economic development of territorial communities in different regions of Ukraine in modern conditions is proven, which, among other things, should be aimed at strengthening the security component.
The directions for increasing the effectiveness of the state policy of economic development of territorial communities in the regions of Ukraine are determined on the basis of a differentiated approach, i.e. combining a nationwide strategic framework with flexible local adaptation by ensuring: strengthening the financial self-sufficiency of communities through the modernization of the system of inter-budgetary relations; developing public-private partnership instruments for the implementation of local projects; supporting the institutional potential of local governments; introducing innovative risk management mechanisms and planning for the restoration of territories. Based on the analysis of scientific approaches and practical results of state regional policy, directions for modernization of the state policy of economic development of territorial communities are proposed, namely: improving financial instruments; developing inter-municipal cooperation; strengthening institutional capacity; expanding the participation of the private sector; scaling up local successful public management practices.
Prospects for further research are outlined related to the development of integrated models of public policy that would ensure a balance between investment, control and security in matters of economic development of territorial communities in the regions of Ukraine.

Talent management for civil service in Ukraine: organizational and management mechanisms of development

Anatolii Rachynskyi — 2026-05-30

The article explores the theoretical foundations, current state, and prospects for developing talent management in the Civil Service of Ukraine. The relevance of the study is driven by the need to strengthen the institutional capacity of public authorities amid full-scale war, workforce shortages, digital transformation, European integration reforms, and post-war recovery. The study demonstrates that the traditional personnel management model, primarily focused on administrative procedures and regulatory compliance, no longer meets the strategic development needs of the public sector. Based on the analysis of contemporary scholarly approaches, the concept of talent management in the civil service context is refined, and its role within strategic human resource management is identified. The study substantiates the feasibility of combining inclusive and selective approaches to talent development, considering the specific characteristics of public administration, as well as the principles of professionalism, integrity, political impartiality, and commitment to the public interest. A comprehensive assessment of the current state of the talent management system in the Civil Service of Ukraine was conducted through the analysis of the national regulatory framework, official statistics, materials of the National Agency of Ukraine on Civil Service, OECD reports, and SIGMA Programme documents. The findings indicate that, despite the establishment of regulatory, organizational, and digital prerequisites for HR function development, strategic workforce planning, employee potential assessment, professional development, succession management, career mobility, and digital HR analytics remain insufficiently integrated. The key challenges identified include the reactive approach to workforce planning, the predominance of administrative personnel functions, the limited use of HR analytics, the absence of systematic succession management, and the lack of personalized professional development pathways. The scientific novelty of the study lies in the development of an organizational and managerial framework for the advancement of the talent management system in the Civil Service of Ukraine. The proposed mechanism integrates strategic workforce planning, comprehensive performance and employee potential assessments, personalized development pathways, internal mobility, talent pools, succession management, employee retention mechanisms, and digital HR analytics into an integrated continuous talent management cycle. The implementation of the proposed mechanism will contribute to strengthening civil service workforce resilience, improving human capital utilization, fostering public sector leadership, and enhancing the capacity of public administration to achieve Ukraine’s long-term strategic development priorities.

Quality and innovation policy in the system of provision of administrative services in military educational institutions

Оlena Postupna — 2026-05-30

The problem of modernization of the system of provision of administrative services in higher military educational institutions (VVZO) under conditions of martial law and Euro-Atlantic integration is studied. Key issues are related to overcoming the legal asymmetry between civil legislation and military statutes, as well as the adaptation of hierarchical military management to innovative digital tools. The hypothesis of the study is that fragmentary automation of processes without radical reengineering of document routes and the formation of an internal quality policy leads to duplication of functions and an increase in the workload of personnel. Only an integrated approach is able to ensure the speed and safety of service activities.
The factual basis was formed by regulatory legal acts of Ukraine, departmental orders of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, international quality standards, European recommendations and NATO guidance documents.
The methodological framework combines the system analysis method (for studying the service component of the military-military service as an element of the security sector), content analysis and comparative law method (for assessing the regulatory framework), structural-functional method (for modeling the architecture of quality policy) and process reengineering method (for developing digitalization algorithms).
The architecture of the internal quality policy of the military-military service is substantiated, which contains strategic, regulatory, resource and monitoring components. Technological tools of digitalization are systematized (automated document flow, integrated accounting databases, secure mobile services). A step-by-step author's algorithm for modernizing management for the management of the military-military service is developed, which covers the stages from diagnostics and regulatory regulation to practical digitalization and personnel training. The balance of expected benefits and predicted risks that must be taken into account when reforming military education is determined.

Public administration of cross-sectoral interaction in the field of mental health: an experimental project of advanced training for military psychologists at civilian higher education institutions

Oleksandr Vasylkovskyi — 2026-05-30

The article examines the issues of public administration of the mental health care system in the context of prolonged armed aggression. It is emphasized that the growing need for psychological assistance among military personnel and the civilian population has led to a staff shortage that objectively cannot be overcome solely by traditional methods of closed military education.
The purpose of the study is a comprehensive analysis of the latest public management mechanisms for implementing the government experimental project on the advanced training of military psychologists at civilian higher education institutions. The authors demonstrate the undeniable management advantage of transitioning from a formal nomenclature model to a functional model of staffing in crisis conditions. Involving the intellectual potential of civilian higher education allows the state to quickly deploy intensive modular programs, practically implementing the global strategy of rational task-sharing. This adaptive approach provides both the front line and the rear with the necessary number of certified specialists capable of providing quality psychosocial assistance and performing timely screening. Particular attention in the study is paid to the institutionalization of care for the service providers themselves. It is proven that the regulatory consolidation of mandatory supervision and the development of effective systems for preventing professional burnout are important tools for preserving the core staff of the field.
In conclusion, it is substantiated that flexible cross-sectoral interaction and large-scale digitalization of human resource management form a single resilient national mental health space, laying a solid foundation for the post-war recovery of the nation.

Competency support for digital transformation mechanisms in public administration: institutional and applied aspects

Maksym Sikalo — 2026-05-30

Digital transformation of public administration is reshaping not only the tools used by civil servants, but also the logic of decision-making itself. Consequently, the competencies required for effective performance differ substantially from those captured by existing international frameworks. This article examines the institutional and applied conditions for the development of digital competencies among public servants, taking into account crisis settings, high uncertainty, and the integration of artificial intelligence systems into managerial processes. Particular attention is given to the phenomenon of the “digital facade,” whereby e-services are introduced without corresponding changes in managerial practices, which makes competency assessment through formal indicators of training coverage inadequate. It is argued that the competencies of public servants cannot be transferred mechanically across institutional systems; rather, their formation requires adaptation to the specific managerial environment and regulatory conditions.
The study demonstrates that the three leading international frameworks – DigComp 2.2, the UNESCO AI Competency Framework, and the OECD Skills for Digital Government – do not treat the value-based and resilience dimensions as independent analytical units, which significantly limits their applicability in transitive and crisis contexts. The non-compensatory nature of competency dimensions is also substantiated: a deficit in one dimension cannot be offset by an excess in another, and this directly affects the effectiveness of digital transformation mechanisms. Accordingly, a correspondence matrix has been developed to align competency dimensions with public administration mechanisms, as well as competency profiles by level of governance and functional role.
The findings of the study may be used to improve civil servant training systems, develop competency profiles in the field of digital governance, construct individualized professional development pathways, and diagnose competency gaps within public authorities.

Strategic management of financial security in the system of ensuring Ukraine’s national security

Veronika Kovalchuk — 2026-05-30

The article provides a comprehensive theoretical, methodological, and applied study of the specifics of strategic management of financial security as a core determinant of the general system of ensuring Ukraine’s national security under the conditions of unprecedented exogenous and endogenous shocks of the war and post-war periods. It is substantiated that the modern paradigm of public administration in this area requires a fundamental transformation from reactive tools of operational response to existing threats to proactive strategic management based on the preventive minimization of fiscal, monetary, currency, and debt risks. The architecture of the modern public management system of financial security is defined, which includes regulatory, institutional-organizational, and control-regulatory subsystems. An in-depth structural and functional analysis of the activities of key public authorities – the Ministry of Finance of Ukraine, the National Bank of Ukraine, the Bureau of Economic Security of Ukraine, the State Tax and State Customs Services, as well as the Accounting Chamber – was conducted. The level of their institutional readiness is identified, and desynchronization in the processes of managerial decision-making is detected. The author's conceptual model for the modernization of public administration activities is proposed, based on the integration of risk-oriented monitoring and the introduction of comprehensive macro-financial stress testing. A package of specific regulatory changes to the Budget Code of Ukraine is justified (the introduction of Article 21-1 on mandatory stress testing during the preparation of the Budget Declaration) and to the Law of Ukraine "On National Security of Ukraine" (the inclusion of the Ministry of Finance and the NBU among the subjects of the security and defense sector and the creation of the Situational Analytical Center for Macro-financial Security under the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine).

Application of a concept of a cognitive factor in managerial decision-making and planning

Yuriy Naplyokov — 2026-05-30

The article examines application of a concept of a cognitive factor in the operational planning process under conditions of a complex and dynamic environment. The main focus is on analyzing the mission and identifying the problem under resource constraints. NATO’s core operational planning doctrines and national doctrines of NATO member states such as AJP-5, COPD and JP 5-0 define operational factors such as time, force, space, and information, but do not take the cognitive factor into account. The necessity of applying the concept of the cognitive factor as an operational factor to ensure effective operational planning for the joint employment of military forces and assets with non-military capabilities has been theoretically substantiated. The concept of the cognitive factor is an integral part of the managerial decision-making process; failure to take it into account may lead to an incorrect identification of the problem, to misidentifying the opposing party as the one causing the problem, and to the failure to develop the optimal solution to the problem. The cognitive factor is archetypal in nature, relatively stable, and can be shaped by values, beliefs, national and organizational cultures, decision-making cultures, mental models, doctrines, and rules. It has been determined that the concept of the cognitive factor integrates the factors of time, force, space, and information into a unified whole in the operational planning process; in particular, it facilitates forming a systematic understanding of the current state of the environment and the social system, visualizing their dynamic development and a desired future state, analyzing the problem, and developing solutions to it. It is proposed to apply the concept of the cognitive factor in the operational planning process at the doctrinal level in conjunction with the operational factors of time, force, space, and information. It can help to improve effectiveness of operational planning and establish decision dominance under the martial law.