Naukovo-praktychni zasady otsinky rozvytku innovatsiynoho potentsialu rehioniv

This article focuses on the development of theoretical and methodological approaches to improve mechanisms for evaluating the level of innovation potential. This paper analyzes the essence of innovative capacity and improved structural model determining components of innovation potential, a system of indicators to measure innovation potential, which, along with quantifiable performance indicators included in the qualitative assessment of the region as well as methodological approaches to multi-level integrated assessment of regional innovation potential that in contrast to the existing methods takes into account the use of information and communication technologies, sustainable development indices and quality of life, and intangible assets of enterprises. Implemented direct assessment of the level of development of innovative potential of regions of the North-East economic region, in particular Sumy, Poltava and Kharkiv regions, on the basis of statistical data of enterprises engaged in innovation activities. Presented in the theoretical and methodological provisions, conclusions and recommendations can be applied in the development of programs of socio-economic development of regions.