ICT-driven Advancement as a Key Element in Implementing EU Sustainable Development Values in Ukraine

Abstract

The article considers the role of information and communication technologies (ICT) in the management processes of digital transformation, which contribute to the implementation of the values of sustainable development of the European Union in Ukraine. The study systematizes the components of ICT-driven digital transformation as key factors in aligning Ukraine's development trajectory with the EU standards. The impact of digital transformation on strategic sectors, including telecommunications, e-government, and digital infrastructure, is identified as the basis for sustainable economic, social, and environmental development. The authors provide a comprehensive analysis of innovative digital technologies, such as the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, blockchain, and cloud computing, highlighting their transformative impact on various sectors, including agriculture, industry, and healthcare. A set of measures is proposed to reduce the risks of digital transformation and optimize its implementation, including cybersecurity measures, reducing digital inequality, addressing economic challenges, adapting the labor market, using digital tools in agriculture, and integrating blockchain technologies into the financial sector. A structured approach to digital transformation is proposed, reflecting the interconnection of key technologies (IoT, AI, blockchain, cloud computing) with economic, social and environmental sustainability. The authors also offer strategic recommendations for optimizing digital transformation processes, including improving cybersecurity, promoting inclusiveness, and developing a sound regulatory framework to facilitate technological integration. The study's findings highlight the need to address existing barriers to digitalization, such as insufficient infrastructure, economic disparities, and the digital divide, to fully exploit the potential of digital transformation. The scientific novelty of the study lies in the critical assessment of the relationship between digital technologies and the Sustainable Development Goals in the Ukrainian context, offering practical implications for policy makers and industry stakeholders. The practical relevance lies in the proposed strategies for bridging existing gaps and promoting equal access to digital innovations. The article concludes that ICT-led digital transformation is a cornerstone for achieving economic, environmental and social sustainability in Ukraine. Expansion of ICT infrastructure, digital literacy programs, and alignment of the legal and regulatory framework with EU digital policy will be crucial for Ukraine's full integration into the digital economy and the EU's ICT-based sustainable development system.

Keywords: digital economy; environmental sustainability; inclusive technology access; internet of things; innovative business models; digital transformation; management