Socio-economic effects of digital and innovative technologies in industrial enterprises

the purpose of this article is to summarize and systematize the socioeconomic effects of implementing digital and innovative technologies at industrial enterprises today. To achieve this goal, the following objectives were set: analyze current literature and best practices in industrial digital transformation; classify the identified effects into broad groups (cost reduction, revenue growth, externalities); and characterize each group of effects with specific examples. Methods: The study utilized content analysis of scientific publications, as well as comparative and systems approaches. Results: Three groups of effects were identified based on their primary impact: cost reduction, revenue growth, and multiplier (external) effects. The first group includes the results of technology implementation that lead to cost reductions for enterprises (process and resource optimization, reduced losses and downtime, etc.). The second group includes effects that increase revenue (better demand satisfaction, improved quality and product customization, etc.). The third group encompasses broader economic and societal impacts (growth of related markets, increased productivity and employment, improved environmental sustainability, etc.). Conclusions: The study concludes that industrial digitalization is highly significant for improving efficiency and competitiveness, and identifies promising areas for further research in this area.

digital transformation, industrial enterprises, socio-economic effects, digital technologies, innovative technologies, Industry 4.0, smart manufacturing