DETERMINATION OF STRUCTURAL-FUNCTIONAL COMPONENTS IN THE DIGITAL ECONOMY SECTOR

Abstract

Purpose. The aim of the article is the determination of the main elements of the structure of the digital sector and its main functions in the overall system of economic development of the country. Methodology of research. General scientific and special methods are used in the process of research: theoretical generalization – to characterize the resource, research, financial and investment support; definition of subjects, objects, constituents and structural elements of the development of the digital economy, analysis and synthesis – for the synthesis of structural and functional components of the digital economy, graphical – for the visualization of the main structural and functional components of the digital economy. Findings. The basic aspects of the development of the digital economy are revealed. For the first time, elements of the structure of the digital economy sector and its main functions in the overall system of economic development of the country are structured. The interrelation of the digital economy with other areas is established and the need to use products that are produced and implemented by the digital economy to improve internal and external business processes. The need for institutional and resource support for the steady and continuous development of the digital sector has been identified. The need for sufficient financial and investment provision of this sector of the economy is proved. Originality. The structural-functional components of the digital economy sector are determined, and for the first time it is indicated the need for the formation of institutional and legal principles that are integral components of the development of the digital economy. Practical value. The analysis of the structural and functional components of the digital economy sector will allow us to set up a mechanism for introducing new technological and innovation changes that will radically change the functioning of the traditional branches of the economy and finance, education, science, healthcare, transport and communications, social life of the country and public administration. The digital economy is a supplier of modern digital systems and communications, platform software and networks; provides the formation and development of digital communication and communications platforms between business, consumers and the state. It serves as a catalyst for innovation, integration, globalization processes, expansion and deepening of trade and economic relations, the implementation of qualitative changes in the social, social life of countries and public administration.