Аналіз інноваційної діяльності організацій Чернігівського регіону в умовах воєнного стану

The relevance of intensifying innovation processes significantly increases during wartime, as there is an urgent need to develop new approaches and solutions for rebuilding infrastructure based on the principles of sustainable development, restoring Ukraine’s economy, addressing social and environmental challenges, strengthening regional resilience, and ensuring their security. At the same time, the challenges and risks arising in wartime conditions slow down innovation progress and complicate the implementation of modern solutions. The purpose of the article is to analyze the innovation activities of organizations in the Chernihiv region under martial law to identify the features, problems, and prospects for implementing innovations in the current crisis conditions to ensure sustainable development and enhance the region’s competitiveness. The research on the innovation activities of organizations in the Chernihiv region was conducted using a methodology formed by the team of researchers from the Chernihiv Polytechnic National University within the framework of the program "Horizon-2020" "Development of the scientific and innovative ecosystem as a basis for the sustainable transformation of the university" (No. 1103 dated 05.08.2024) with the support of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine. In particular, a survey was conducted to evaluate the innovation potential of the Chernihiv region, involving representatives of various stakeholder groups. The results of the study indicate that the innovation activities of organizations in the Chernihiv region have been slowed down due to challenges and threats posed by wartime conditions, and some organizations have been forced to completely suspend the implementation of innovations under current economic conditions. Organizations in the Chernihiv region primarily implement process and organizational innovations, financing them mainly with their own funds, as well as attracting resources from European, international, and state programs. Many organizations collaborate with scientific institutions, although some respondents note the absence of such interaction, which slows down the development of innovation infrastructure. The level of employee competencies in the field of innovation is predominantly rated as "high" or "very high," indicating significant human resource potential. Most respondents also point out the presence of motivation systems for creating and implementing innovations. Conclusions have been drawn that to enhance innovation activities in the Chernihiv region, it is advisable to: develop cooperation between businesses, scientific institutions, education, authorities, and public organizations for joint innovation projects; stimulate innovation activity through policies, employee motivation, and training programs for skill development; expand sources of innovation funding and support local startups; actively participate in national and international events to present own projects and seek partners; encourage youth to engage in the startup movement and innovation activities within communities.