Improving the tools for supporting entrepreneurship as a driver of the regional economy's sustainable growth under economic fluctuations

Subject. This article discusses the issues related to State support for small and medium-sized business in the face of external challenges and threats. Objectives. The article aims to develop a structured model to improve the performance of small and medium-sized businesses. Methods. For the study, we used a systems analysis. Results. The article finds that the small and medium-sized business sector provides flexible and quick satisfaction of needs, serves as an effective tool for structural restructuring and solving important socio-economic problems at the nationwide level. The article presents the author-developed model, which is based on improving the mechanism of network horizontal and vertical cooperation of business representatives through the creation of a coordinating council. Conclusions. The implementation of a systems approach to the development of entrepreneurship in the region will help create the necessary conditions for the growth of production.