Actual problems of innovative economy and law

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Digital tools as a means of ensuring continuity of logistics processes during a crisis

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УДК: 338.47:005.7

DOI: https://doi.org/10.36887/2524-0455-2026-2-8

Seleznova Halyna
Candidate of Economic Sciences, Associate Professor, Associate Professor of the Department of Enterprise Economics and Business Organization
Simon Kuznets Kharkiv National University of Economics
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1942-923X
Petrovska Yevheniia
a first (bachelor's) level higher education student
Simon Kuznets Kharkiv National University of Economics
https://orcid.org/0009-0002-3650-0827
Larina Tetiana
Doctor of Economics, Professor, Professor of the Department of Economics and Business
State Biotechnological University
https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3149-8430
Gorodetska Tetiana
Candidate of Economic Sciences, Associate Professor, Associate Professor of Transport Technology and Logistics
State Biotechnological University
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7350-2624

Published: 31.05.2026

This research paper presents a comprehensive analysis of the impact of digitalization on the continuity of operational activities of distribution companies during acute crises. It has been demonstrated that moving away from manual supply chain management toward automated systems is a fundamental requirement for ensuring business viability. The key challenges posed by martial law have been analyzed: the destruction of transport infrastructure, energy instability, and the disruption of established routes. Priority digital tools (GPS monitoring, WMS/TMS systems, CRM, IoT sensors, and cloud platforms) are identified, which form the basis for adapting logistics to force majeure events. The use of a suite of digital solutions enables the creation of an adaptive foundation for business resilience. The key impact of these technologies lies in solving the most complex logistics challenges. The study focuses on the management of goods with specific temperature requirements (veterinary products, medicines), for which telemetry is the sole means of maintaining the ‘cold chain’. Within the scope of the study, a conceptual five-stage model for deploying digital logistics infrastructure has been developed, confirming that the greatest economic and stabilizing effects are achieved through the comprehensive, synergistic implementation of innovations rather than their piecemeal application. A comparative analysis of risks and the tools for mitigating them has been carried out. The analysis showed that various types of risks can significantly affect supply chain efficiency and disrupt logistics processes. The use of modern digital technologies enables timely detection and mitigation of the negative consequences of such risks.  The synergistic effect of the comprehensive implementation of innovations has been substantiated. The results of the study have practical significance for increasing the flexibility and sustainability of distribution enterprises.

Keywords: digitalization, logistics, business continuity, supply chain resilience, WMS, TMS, GPS monitoring, martial law, distribution, cold chain.

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Seleznova H. , Petrovska Y. , Larina T. , Gorodetska T. Digital tools as a means of ensuring continuity of logistics processes during a crisis. Actual problems of innovative economy and law. 2026. №2. 41-43 pp. https://doi.org/10.36887/2524-0455-2026-2-8

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Seleznova H. , Petrovska Y. , Larina T. , Gorodetska T. Digital tools as a means of ensuring continuity of logistics processes during a crisis. Actual problems of innovative economy and law. https://doi.org/10.36887/2524-0455-2026-2-8