Studies of the interconnectedness of culture and economy become in a particular importance in the context of economic shocks and turbulence. The problem of "path dependence" is raised as a subjection on the former economic development trajectory. Majority of the scientific researches devoted to socio-economic development and welfare of the country are based on theories of economic growth, democratization of the system, liberalization of the economic regime. However, the long-term statistics and its dynamics across the world negate the validity of prevailing theories. The importance of cultural and economic interconnectedness is emphasized in order ensure socio-economic progress and the successful development of the country.

Subject. The article considers the issue of oil and gas complex management. Objectives. The aim is to analyze the impact of the oil and gas complex on the environment, socio-economic development of Russia as a whole. Methods. The study draws on methods of systems, comparative, structural, and logical analyses. Results. The paper demonstrates opportunities associated with the implementation of the strategy for oil and gas complex development, with creation of new technologies and products enabling Russian companies to remain competitive in the face of rapid changes in the oil and gas market. Conclusions. Under conditions of reduced gas production in Russia, the Government of the Russian Federation should step up measures of comprehensive support for oil and gas enterprises, as the latter are budget-forming ones.

Subject. The article discusses the role of energy security in economic growth. Objectives. The aim is to analyze specific features of the energy security system in the Russian Federation. Methods. The study rests on methods of systems, comparative, structural, and logical analysis. Results. We substantiated the need for conceptualization of the energy security concept, analyzed the four-component concept of energy security, systematized approaches to solving problems related to Russia's energy security. Conclusions. The problems of consumption growth should not hinder the creation of a common platform for the scientific analysis of problems in the energy sector and implementation of the concept of sustainable development.

In this article, a comparative overview of business process optimization using HR systems is given. Key characteristics, prospects and significance of this innovation in organizations are considered. An example of integration of human resource management systems for automation in the enterprise is covered.

Subject. This article discusses the prospects for the use of alternative energy sources and the problem of reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Objectives. The article aims to assess the potential of hydrogen energy in terms of ensuring economic growth in Russia. Methods. For the study we used the methods of systems, comparative, structural, and logical analyses. Conclusions. In Russia, there are strategic prerequisites for the development of hydrogen energy, and one of them is a large area of territories that are subject to special requirements for environmental friendliness. Alternative energy sources can be used to produce hydrogen, which will reduce the environmental stress.