Gundorova M.A.

Purpose. To identify the guidelines for investment resources optimization in the region. Methods. The research work employs statistical methods of quality management (Pareto analysis), structural and logical methods of research. Results. High priority activities for the region key for the GRP formation are identified. The sectors of economic complex lagging behind the given development trend are revealed economically and mathematically. The most precise ways of optimization and coordination of investment resources in the territories are justified. Scientific novelty. The designed development indices on the updated basis allow for identifying the investment-innovation reserves in the regions and to optimally use them. Practical importance. The proposed assessment and calculation mechanisms can be an effective control and management tool for the federal, regional and municipal authorities in the development and implementation of investment programs in the period of national innovative modernization, as well as in research activities of consulting companies and institutions of social and economic development.

Purpose. Development of the system of economic-mathematical indices of for calculation of efficiency of small business territories functioning. Identification of the key problems preventing the development of business in the regions and determination of actions of small business stimulation in particular regions of the Federal district. Methodology and methods. Application of the regression and cluster analyses, method of analogies and graphical interpretation of the received results allow achieving the objective set in the research. Results and sphere of application. On the basis of official statistics the authors formulated suggestions on efficiency appraisal of small business of the Federal district and determination of reserves for further development of business and innovative sectors on that basis. The determined on that basis problem regions included into that district can be a kind of base for activation of efforts on stimulating small business on part of regional and federal power bodies. Scientific novelty. The authors proposed a system of interconnected indices which allow evaluating a level and trends small business development in a particular level of industry on the background of All-Russian results on a renewed theoretical basis.