Innovation ecosystems and digital transformation management in the era of the digital silk road

the purpose of this article is to study the structure and key elements of innovative ecosystems forming within the framework of the Digital Silk Road initiative, as well as to develop practical approaches to the effective management of digital transformation processes for participating countries. Methods: To achieve this goal, we used systems analysis methods to identify the relationships between ecosystem participants, as well as comparative analysis of international cases and strategies for the digitalization of infrastructure and public administration. Findings: As a result of the study, a multi-level model of the Digital Silk Road innovation ecosystem was developed, key drivers and barriers to digital transformation were identified, and adaptive management mechanisms aimed at reducing risks and increasing synergistic effects were proposed. Conclusions: The study demonstrates that the successful implementation of the Digital Silk Road depends on the creation of an integrated cross-cultural innovation ecosystem, where digital transformation management must be strategic and flexible, based on international cooperation and technology exchange.

innovation ecosystem, digital transformation, Digital Silk Road, digitalization management, international cooperation, digital infrastructure, strategic development