Ecosystem approach to strategic management on the example of agriculture
Abstract
This paper considers the transformation of methods and models of strategic management based on the ecosystem approach within the framework of the formation of a unified digital platform for management. The ecosystem approach to the socio-economic development of society is gaining popularity as a result of global social requirements for environmental protection and a careful attitude to use of limited natural resources. Environmental problems in the Russian agricultural sector are increasing, in particular due to the process of formation of agro-industrial associations, mainly in the form of agricultural holdings. In this case, there is a problem of a systematic approach to using of technologies for the integration of all types of resources involved in production, taking into account the growing number and importance of environmental factors. Mathematical modeling is proposed as the main method of strategic management research. Unlike most of the existing models, which are often iconographic, the model proposed allows us to consider a larger number of factors. This makes it possible to assess various options of the modeling objects development using a simulation approach. As a result of the research, a mathematical model of strategic management of agroholdings for sustainable development was developed. It is shown that the development strategy should be implemented considering an appropriate automated management information system. This will lead to a radical change in the whole system of management and production. It will allow the enterprise to apply strategic goal-setting, focusing first of all on quality, controllability and other components of competitiveness. The mathematical model proposed provides justification of unified methods of long-term digitalization applicable for large agricultural associations, as well as for small and medium-sized farms, which will be able to cooperate with agricultural holdings relying on the principles of outsourcing.
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