International Comparators of Prerequisites for Regulating the Development of the It Sphere of Ukraine in the Conditions of European Integration

Abstract

The relevance of the research topic is due to the rapid development of the IT sphere in the countries of the world, the acceleration of the processes of digitization of the economy and the life of society. Despite on the fact that the IT sphere of Ukraine has been developing dynamically in recent years, the process of its regulation is characterized by a number of shortcomings and problematic issues that need to be resolved. For this purpose, it is expedient to first thoroughly study the relevant prerequisites for its development in the international dimension. The paper is devoted to the assessment of international comparators of prerequisites that affect the effectiveness of regulating of the IT sphere of Ukraine development. The purpose of the study is to carry out a comparative analysis of the prerequisites for the regulation of the development of the IT sphere of Ukraine and the countries of the European Union, and to substantiate on its basis directions for the activation of the activities of the subjects of economic activity in this sphere. Attention is focused on the importance of conducting a comparative analysis and drawing up ratings of indicators in relation to the countries of the European Union, taking into account the course of the European integration chosen by Ukraine. The comparative analysis was conducted and ratings of the countries of the European Economic Area and Ukraine were formed based on indicators of network readiness, using of information and communication technologies, development of infrastructure for ICT, development of digital skills. The level of readiness of countries for the introduction of artificial intelligence and its components (readiness of the government, technological sector, data and infrastructure) was studied. The comparison was made of the results of the grouping of countries by GDP per capita with the level of information provision and readiness for the introduction of artificial intelligence. The ways of further regulation of the development of the IT sphere in Ukraine were outlined, including financial and investment support, strengthening international cooperation, improving labor relations, bridging the digital divide and developing digital skills.