The authors explore ways to combine the use of traditional and mobile positioning data (as Big Data) in assessing the economic impact (EI) of tourism in specific regional areas in line with the opportunities of the digital age. In order to provide an automated evaluation of the tourism EI, a study is being carried out resulting in technical development of a prototype for two interconnected digital applications – ‘Data Bank’ and ‘Data Analysis’ – as a unified solution for research in the e-environment. The study is based on the research work started in 2017 that resulted in the development of a theoretical strategic model for the construction of the prototype. Continuing the research, the aim of this publication is to develop a theoretical tactical (technological action) model needed for the practical development of the prototype, incl. for the identification of prerequisites to develop the Software Design Description (SDD) of the prototype. To this end, the technological capabilities and their collaborative effects have been investigated in line with the requirements included in the prototype Software Requirements Specification (SRS). Performing the qualitative research, the tactical model has been developed, which designates the practical construction of the prototype. It consists of a combination and joint operation of 4 platforms (servers) – Apache Ambari, Apache Hadoop Ecosystem, Drupal and Jupyter Notebook. The strengths of the model, the risky features as well as the future perspectives for the practical implementation of the goal have been discovered during the research.

The model of automation and extension of tourism economic impact assessment in specific regions Tourism is measured by the statistics of visitor movements, expenditure and estimates of the number of visitor facilities. In the world there are many current tools, methodologies and innovative technologies used to measure the economic impact of tourism. Tourism statistics have been on the frontline of Big Data-related innovations of statistical sources and methods. Data from mobile phones (as part of Big Data set) are increasingly used as new indices for social science research. Therefore, this paper looks for an answer to the question – what is the specific of a theoretical model for automation tourism economic impact assessment in specific regions via the use of ICT and mobile positioning data (MPD)? Using qualitative research methods authors propose theoretical model based on two interlinked parts. First of which – ‘Data storage’ – can be built upon the most popular BD platform ‘Apache Hadoop Ecosystem’, where the data precision of the online surveys can be increased by implementing mobile positioning solutions. Meanwhile the other part – ‘Data analysis’ – can be based on the locally created assessment methodology, which has been derived from the Finnish standardized economic impact estimation approach. The research results show the findings and propose a theoretical model. Its strength and novelty lies in the ability to use traditional tourism statistics, the economic impact analysis and passive mobile positioning data for spatial characteristics of tourism flow. Its construction is a distinctive combination of typically used technological approaches.

One of the promising areas of creating a competitive market environment is the development of organic production. Under martial law, organic producers faced not only problems related to the export of organic products, but also other challenges caused by the military actions of the aggressor. The purpose of the study is to assess the impact of the war on the export of organic products by domestic agricultural enterprises. The article reveals the general state and changes in the dynamics of export of organic agricultural products by domestic organic producers; the challenges faced by producers of organic products in the conditions of martial law are presented; the impact of the war on the export of organic agricultural products by producers of organic products is determined; the forecast of the value of agricultural products exported by Ukraine for the period until 2025 was made (with the help of retrospective and statistical research methods); directions for supporting exporters of organic products for their development in the future are given. As a result of the authorsʼ research, it should be noted that export operations of organic products will increase, which will allow to ensure the strategic goals of Ukraine regarding development in the market environment.

Forest drainage is a common management practice, carried out in order to improve tree growth; however, the alterations in hydrological and microclimate dynamics can cause diverse changes in the characteristics of ground cover vegetation. The aim of study was to characterise the composition and richness of ground cover vegetation in drained forest stands, where the groundwater levels have been affected by the reconstruction of drainage diches. Research was conducted in the hemiboreal forests of Latvia. Three study sites were chosen, measurements of groundwater level, stand parameters and projective cover of ground covered vegetation took place in two stands which underwent reconstruction and restoration of the drainage system in 2019, and a control stand, where the drainage system had not been restored. For assessing the relationship of ground cover vegetation in relation to groundwater level and stand factors, DCA analysis was used. The differences between stands, regarding the species projective cover and species composition, were assessed by ANOSIM (Analysis of similarities). Sites, where drainage ditches were fully or partially reconstructed exhibited a greater diversity of ground cover vegetation species compared to the control stand, where no renewal of drainage ditches had occurred. Conversely, the control stand displayed a higher projective cover of the bryophyte layer. The composition of ground cover vegetation species differed amongst all studied stands, the varying stand characteristics and co-dominant tree species in canopy layer had a more pronounced influence on ground cover vegetation, making it complicated to evaluate direct impact of groundwater level.

Nowadays, when the economic development of countries is more and more influenced by knowledge-based, innovative entrepreneurship, particular attention is paid to the application and protection of intellectual property. Enterprises can acquire intellectual property rights in various ways externally and such rights can also be generated by enterprises internally: they launch and subsequently produce new or improved products and services (research and development) and ensure the protection of intellectually intensive products (patents, trademarks, computer software, etc.). Thus, it is important to study the valuation and accounting of intellectual property rights. The aim of the research is, on the basis of the studies of intellectual property rights accounting policy in Latvia, to identify the shortcomings related to the valuation and accounting of intellectual property rights and to develop recommendations for their elimination. The following research tasks are subject to the aim: to study IPRs concept, regulatory framework and statistical data, to valuate accounting policy for IPRs; to identify shortcomings related to the valuation and accounting of IPRs; to develop recommendations for the elimination of identified shortcomings. The results of research enable to draw a conclusion that the requirements of the laws and regulations of Latvia do not prevent from the capitalization of intellectual property rights as intangible assets; however, it is necessary to revise and improve some requirements. In the conclusion of research, the authors have elaborated recommendations for the elimination of identified shortcomings.

Individuals’ emotional well-being is determined by several factors, including the ability to cope with daily stress and the ability to cope with various daily challenges. Ability of the management to provide favourable psychoemotional and psychosocial conditions within their team is particularly important. However, managers do not always have the knowledge and skills to lead their teams. For the development of the methodology, a study of the scientific literature on topical issue like healthy workplace was performed. The empirical part of the study is based on the results of the survey conducted Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and Sweden within the Nordplus project ‘Dealing with anxiety during a pandemic to enhance adult well-being’ on the impact of COVID-19, as well as the training that would be necessary for the managers of companies or organizations to promote emotional wellbeing in the workplace. The comparative study was conducted from the perspective of both employees and managers. The results show that the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on workplace and the well-being of employees was not strong for the respondents, depending mainly on the job position, the size of the organization and country. Managers and employees consider various psychological trainings essential.