Формування системи інноваційного менеджменту для підприємств залізничного транспорту: принципи та положення

Abstract

UA: У статті досліджено сучасні підходи до управління інноваційною діяльністю підприємств залізничного транспорту в умовах цифрової трансформації та зростання невизначеності. Розкрито ключові характеристики інновацій: новизна, складність, міждисциплінарність, ресурсоємність і стратегічна спрямованість. Обґрунтовано доцільність впровадження стратегічного agile-менеджменту як адаптивної моделі інноваційного менеджменту. На прикладі АТ «Укрзалізниця» проаналізовано практики цифровізації, структурної модернізації та інтеграції з ІТ-сферою. Сформульовано концептуальні засади формування системи інноваційного менеджменту підприємств залізничного транспорту на засадах стратегічного agile-управління.

EN: In the face of accelerating global challenges, technological progress, and economic uncertainty, the innovation activity of railway transport enterprises has become a strategic necessity rather than an optional direction of development. This paper focuses on the conceptual and practical aspects of forming an innovation management system within railway companies, taking into account the specific features of the industry and the current realities of Ukraine’s transport sector, especially in the context of crisis conditions and post-war recovery. The research highlights that innovation in railway enterprises, particularly in JSC “Ukrzaliznytsia,” is increasingly systemic and multifaceted, encompassing not only technological upgrades but also organizational restructuring, digitization, customer-oriented service models, and strategic partnerships.The study identifies and analyzes the unique characteristics of innovation activities in the railway industry, including their novelty, interdisciplinary nature, high resource demand, uncertainty, and complexity. These features necessitate specialized, flexible management approaches. The article substantiates the relevance of applying strategic agile management as the methodological basis for innovation governance. Agile principles—such as adaptability to changing environments, incremental development through iterative cycles, stakeholder engagement, and rapid response to feedback—are proposed as key pillars of the innovation system for railway enterprises. The model emphasizes the importance of modular project implementation, minimum viable product (MVP) testing, and the integration of digital tools to enhance communication, transparency, and coordination across all organizational levels. Furthermore, the paper outlines the vital role of building an innovation-driven corporate culture that fosters collaboration, experimentation, and openness to change. It emphasizes that innovation should be treated as a continuous, strategically integrated process rather than a one-time initiative. The research findings suggest that the implementation of an agile-based innovation management system can significantly improve the responsiveness, resilience, and competitiveness of railway companies, both on national and international markets. As a result, this approach is presented not only as a framework for internal transformation but also as a foundation for aligning the industry with modern European standards of efficiency and sustainability.