The hypothesis of the study is that the sharing economy has a growing impact on the socio-economic parameters of the development of regions and cities through: increasing employment, including additional employment; growth of incomes of the population; economic growth; increase in tax revenues to the budget. The article presents the development of the author’s methodological apparatus for assessing the impact of the sharing economy in the field of automotor transport services on the socio-economic development of regions and major cities and the results of its testing on the example of the Republic of Tatarstan, Moscow, Saint Petersburg, Yekaterinburg, Novosibirsk and Kazan. Significant manifestations of the sharing economy theory are revealed in terms of the possibility of ensuring the growth of the quality of life of the population, additional employment and legalization of shadow incomes of the population in the studied segment at the regional and municipal levels and it has been determined that the functioning of the sharing economy has the greatest impact on the development of capital cities of the subjects of the Russian Federation, at the regional level, the effects of the functioning of the sharing economy are much less pronounced, which made it possible to substantiate the presence of the growth potential of the sharing economy in the smaller settlements of the territories under consideration. The method of economic and statistical analysis revealed the level of the multiplier effect of the development of the collaborative consumption economy in cities (on the example of Yekaterinburg, Novosibirsk and Kazan).

The creative industries sector, as one of the driving forces for the sustainable development of countries, has been widely presented on the economic and political agenda of developed countries in the last few decades. There is a growing interest in creative industries and innovations in developing countries. The study is based on a large body of existing literature, available statistics and global indices, with a focus on the creative industries in the Republic of Armenia, the Republic of Belarus and the Russian Federation. The study highlights the growing interest and potential for creative economy development in the aforementioned countries. Based on the national strategies, plans and programmes adopted in the countries under review, the study evaluates the existing regulatory framework, identifies priority creative industries and possible ways to develop the sector. The authors identified the main gaps in the regulatory framework for the creative industries, the information on which can be used in the process of updating and supplementing the legislative framework in this area. Based on the comparison of the creative industries priorities of the countries, the study identifies possible general directions for further mutual development, the relevance of a comprehensive, unified approach to its evaluation and recommendations for the development of public policies for creative industries leaders at the national level.

The food service industry is a dynamic one, and organizations that can adapt to changing consumer preferences, technological advancements and external challenges will thrive in today’s world. Service quality management is a key element of the success of a catering enterprise. Service quality directly affects customer satisfaction, loyalty and repeat visits. Satisfied guests are more likely to become repeat guests and recommend the catering establishment to others. Meeting and exceeding customer expectations is essential to the success of a business. Effective service quality management ensures that service standards meet customer expectations, creating a positive experience when visiting a location. Weaknesses in service quality can lead to negative reviews, fewer visitors, and therefore lower revenue. Additionally, service quality management can help a foodservice business improve operational efficiency, streamline processes, and improve communication within the team. This article discusses the main aspects affecting the quality of service, such as personnel training processes, work organization and quality control. Describes methods and tools that can be used to improve the quality of service. 

The study considers approaches to the introduction of the theory of spatial organization of productive forces in the regions of the Volga Federal District. The meaningful approach of the study is determined by the use of spatial analysis tools in strategic documents of all regions included in the Volga Federal District. The result is a comparative assessment of the dynamics of socio-economic development of regions in the context of the theory of spatial organization of productive forces. As criteria for assessing the use of spatial development methodology in long-term planning of the region, such elements as “growth poles”, clustering, production and territorial complexes and integrated logistics centers are adopted. The methodology of spatial organization of productive forces finds practical application in integrated long-term planning in all regions of the Volga Federal District. Balanced territorial placement is of decisive importance in the organization of the socio-economic complex. It is necessary to assess spatial relationships not only within the region, but also interregional ties: the dependence of the socio-economic development of the territory on points of growth and economic activity in the neighboring region. The methodological difficulties of quantifying the impact in the short and medium term of spatial planning results on the socio-economic development of the region are considered. It is important to ensure the interaction of the interregional and inter-municipal levels with the coordinating role of the federal center. 

This study examines an institutional approach to the study of the innovative economy of Germany, which has the institutional infrastructure of a national innovation system, which includes the following institutions: public free higher education, information, nano and biotechnologies, innovative sectors of the economy (mechanical engineering, pharmaceuticals, production of medical equipment, chemical and biotechnology industries, energy, metalworking,), public and private financing of research and development work, protection of intellectual property rights, human capital, dual education, applied research institutes, immigration legislation. However, despite the above advantages of Germany’s innovation system, its national economy has a number of problems, in particular in the development of venture capital and increasing the country’s competitiveness in new markets. The issue of the relationship between human capital and innovative development is studied, and the advantages and disadvantages of the specialist training system in Germany are considered. This article also examines the issue of government incentives for scientists, including young scientists, in solving applied problems, including measures to attract foreign specialists, measures to support the system of training scientific specialists in Germany, as well as other measures. 

Today, the economy is subject to modern modernization, which is the country’s transition to an innovative development path. Due to the great competition in the market, business ideas must have an innovative component, solve the real problem of the consumer and be competitive among others, which pushes entrepreneurs to innovate, in which the concept of “start-up” – its essence, types and distinctive features are an integral part. The development of startup projects is an important trend in the modern economy. They are usually based on the use of advanced technologies and innovations, and their goal is to achieve rapid growth and maximize the value of the company. The development of startup projects is supported by government programs and incubators that provide financial and expert support to young entrepreneurs. Often, such programs contribute to creating favorable conditions for startups, such as simplified bureaucracy and tax incentives. It is important to note that the implementation of startup projects creates a positive effect not only for entrepreneurs themselves, but also for the economy as a whole. Startups can innovatively change industries and create new jobs. They stimulate competition and productivity growth, as well as contribute to economic development and well-being. 

A special place in the education system is occupied by higher professional education, on the quality and accessibility of which the social, research, and cultural environment of society depends. Each country has its own peculiarities of the formation of the educational process, the level, accessibility, development of science, contribution to scientific research, the role of the state, etc. Within the framework of this article, the features of the territorial development of science and education in Russia and Japan are considered. The choice of these countries as research objects is associated with the presence of the largest number of universities that are included in the Global Aggregated Ranking 2022, which combines 12 world rankings. To analyze the features of the territorial development of science and education in the two countries, such indicators as types of educational institutions, levels of education, educational programs, student enrollment dynamics, gross graduation rate of first degree programs are considered the main indicators in the field of science and education (the share in the global number of publications in scientific publications indexed in Scopus; the number of publications in scientific publications indexed in Scopus; the number of patent applications for inventions, etc.). The following features are highlighted: in Russia, the largest share is occupied by public higher education institutions, in Japan – private higher education institutions. The levels of education in the two countries are the same and are divided into bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs. Among the main indicators in the field of science and education, Japan occupies a leading position in comparison with Russia.