Flexible management technologies: scientific discourse on the development of the theoretical basis

Relevance . In the context of increasing instability and uncertainty, characterized by the concept of the VUCA world, traditional hierarchical management models demonstrate limited efficiency, which necessitates the development and implementation of adaptive management technologies. The purpose of the research is to develop and systematize theoretical and methodological approaches to the analysis and classification of flexible management technologies in the context of increasing the efficiency of industrial enterprises. Objectives . To achieve the goal of the study, the following scientific tasks were solved: to analyze and systematize existing theoretical approaches to defining the concept of “flexible management technologies” in the scientific literature; to highlight the key characteristics of FMT that ensure adaptability, situational orientation and management efficiency; to develop the author's definition of FMT that integrates various aspects of management activity; to systematize existing FMT classifications. Methodology . In the process of solving scientific problems, the authors used a set of general scientific methods of theoretical analysis and synthesis, system and comparative analysis, classification and systematization, abstraction and concretization, as well as statistical analysis of data presented in analytical reports and scientific publications. Results . The results of the conducted research are the development of the author's definition of flexible management technologies, integrating three key aspects: adaptability, situational orientation and efficiency, as well as the multidimensional classification of flexible management technologies proposed by the authors, taking into account the state of the economic entity, management orientation and the ability to adapt to changes. Conclusions . The practical significance of the study lies in the possibility of using the developed theoretical provisions and classification models to form effective strategies for the implementation of gas turbine units at industrial enterprises. The proposed author's definition of FMT allows to unify the terminological apparatus and provide an unambiguous understanding of the essence of FMT among management personnel. The developed classification of FMT can be used to select the most appropriate management tools and methods depending on the specifics of a particular enterprise and its development goals.