Analytics systems for research output control: The experience of Russia and the CIS states

The authors discuss the experience of Russia and the CIS countries in designing analytics systems for assessing research outcome of researchers and organizations and facilitating decision making in science. The scientometric analysis based on the indicators of research funding, staff training, publication activity, etc., was accomplished to characterize the post-Soviet science space. The authors attempt to classify the existing CRIS-systems and similar solutions. Based on their study, the authors conclude on the positive trend in analytics systems design in these countries. However, these solutions are still few, and the market of model CRIS-systems has to be developed. The article will be interesting for scientometrists and administrators of research divisions of scientific and academic organizations.