The modern economy is undergoing a major transformation associated with the digitalization of all spheres of life. The purpose of the article is to show the main trends in the development of the digitalization of the economy and their impact on changes in government policy at the macro level and the behavior of businesses and citizens (both consumers and employees) at the micro level. The influence of digitalization and robotization on changes in the forms of employment of employees is also shown.

This article examines the state of Russian exports and innovations. The author analyses government regulation, as well as the structure and dynamics of international and innovative activities of Russian manufacturers. In addition, the position of Russia in international studies and ratings has been studied.

The impact of the pandemic on the spread of technology has created an urgent need to adapt small businesses to new conditions. In this article, the author identified the features of the development and implementation of technologies in the activities of small businesses in the new reality. The purpose of the study was to identify key trends in the digital economy in the field of small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic and analyze the experience gained to identify areas for further development. To achieve the stated goal of the study the author used method of analysis to analyze the performance of small businesses for 2020 and method of comparison to collate new indicators with indicators before the COVID-19 pandemic. The analysis revealed the role of small business in the global economy and outlined general points regarding global digitalization processes during the pre-quarantine period. The main focus was on the current state of small business. As a result of the study, the main changes that took place in the activities of small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic were identified and conclusions were drawn about possible development directions using digital technologies in the new reality.

An important role in the functioning of the economy and in the analysis of the competitiveness of companies is played by the top management echelon, represented by charismatic CEOs, who often determine the direction of company development, considering the specifics of everyday life and general organizational processes. There is a transformation of the stages of value formation, the zones of profitability are shifting, new players are emerging – all this creates a completely different ratio of shares in the industries, greatly accelerating the generation and implementation of new ideas and developments. Companies must respond to new technologies in a much riskier way and understand that the time stage of their implementation should be reduced. The article analyzes the position of the personal characteristics of CEOs, in particular, such qualities as "riskiness", and their impact on the innovative activities of companies. The object of studying this relationship is the world-class CEO as an example of successful implementation of innovation through the ability to take risks in a timely manner.

This article examines the problems faced by medical industry enterprises in the course of digitalization of their activities. The level of use and development of information technologies in the Russian spheres of medicine and health care has been revealed. Conclusions are formulated about the prospects for digital transformation of enterprises in the medical industry of the Russian Federation.

This article is devoted to the consideration of the market of foaming agents in Russia, the main participants in this market. The main features of the industry were also studied, the leader among the market participants was identified. The main directions of the industry growth and increasing the investment potential of companies are considered.