This article analyzes modern trends in the development of the construction materials industry in the Republic of Uzbekistan and covers theoretical and practical aspects of organizing production processes on the principles of quality management. The importance of the international standard ISO 9001:2015 in the implementation of quality management systems, its impact on economic efficiency and competitiveness, is scientifically based. During 2018-2024, analytical tables were formed on the volume of production of building materials, export indicators and the share of enterprises with ISO standards, revealing their dynamics of change. Also, as a result of the introduction of a quality management system, an increase in production efficiency, energy efficiency and product quality indicators has been established in enterprises

This article highlights the importance of quantitative and qualitative characteristics of accounting information as a significant factor in ensuring the continuity of business entities’ operations, attracting financing sources, and making effective managerial decisions. Existing problems related to presenting financial reporting indicators in a transparent, accurate, reliable manner and in accordance with their economic substance from the perspective of interested users, particularly commercial banks, investors, and creditors, are analyzed, and scientific proposals and practical recommendations aimed at eliminating these problems are developed. In particular, approaches are substantiated that ensure the consistency of quantitative and qualitative characteristics of accounting information through the reclassification of certain balance sheet items based on their economic substance during the financial analysis process, thereby contributing to an objective assessment of the enterprise’s solvency and financial stability

This study analyzes the interrelationship between consistency and quality in team performance and their impact on efficiency. The research is based on empirical data from the “Iman Invest Fintech” company, in which the daily activities of teams, the stability of results, and service quality indicators were examined in depth. The main focus is on identifying the role of consistency (stability, adherence to processes, and repeatability of results) in overall performance. The results indicate that for teams, the ability to consistently deliver stable outcomes is, in some cases, more important than achieving high but inconsistent quality results. Consistency strengthens collaboration within the team, reduces errors, and improves predictability, which in turn enhances overall efficiency. The study employs regression and panel analysis methods to evaluate the relative impact of consistency and quality. In addition, although diminishing marginal returns of consistency were identified, it still remains a significant factor. In conclusion, developing consistency as a priority direction for fintech teams is considered an effective strategy for improving efficiency

This article examines the state of implementation of international standards and theoretical foundations of the quality management system at the enterprises of the “O‘zto‘qimachiliksanoat”  association. The dynamics of the volume of textile exports and FHI% are also highlighted.

This article explores the application of Total Quality Management (TQM) principles in higher education institutions. TQM is a management philosophy emphasizing continuous improvement, customer satisfaction, and employee involvement. The study analyzes the implementation of TQM in the higher education system, its benefits, and the challenges encountered. The findings, based on a case study approach, indicate that when effectively implemented, TQM principles can significantly enhance the quality of education and institutional management. However, successful implementation requires strong leadership, cultural change, and stakeholder engagement.

This article critically reviews the main methods used to analyze the determinants of foreign direct investment (FDI), focusing on panel data regression, gravity models, generalized method of moments (GMM), and qualitative-comparative analysis (QCA). For each method, we synthesize findings from major empirical studies to understand how specific economic, institutional, and policy variables influence FDI inflows. The study reveals that methodological choice significantly affects the magnitude and even direction of FDI determinants, underscoring the importance of mixed approaches in policy research.

This article analyzes the scientific and methodological approaches to assessing the effectiveness of innovation activities in enterprises. The paper reveals the theoretical foundations of organizing innovation activities, focusing on resource requirements, qualitative and quantitative evaluation criteria, as well as the scientific views of leading Russian and foreign scholars (Zavlin, Fatkhutdinov, Safronov, Somenkova, and others). In addition, the article highlights the essence of applying the discounting method and indicators such as the Profitability Index (PI), Net Present Value (NPV), and Internal Rate of Return (IRR) in evaluating the effectiveness of innovative activities

This article examines property interests associated with the use and disposal of property, primarily insured assets. It also substantiates the legal force of documents recording expenses related to insurance claims in organizations. Documentation facilitates control over the insurance process and improves its efficiency, increasing the speed and accuracy of reporting insurance expenses in terms of quantity, cost, and quality

This study examines customer service management regarding Uzbek gastronomy and the impact of service quality on customer satisfaction. Research was conducted through an online quantitative survey in Tashkent, Samarkand, and Bukhara. Data was obtained from patrons who had recently visited local restaurants. Important service parameters such as order fulfillment, pricing, and customer care were evaluated. Analyzing response patterns, clients value gaining accurate orders at competitive prices. Improvement recommendations catered to clearer menus, faster service, and increased staff attention. Clients have a reasonably high appreciation of traditional hospitality. However, clients tend to value systematized and professional service as well. Applying universal service theories to a particularistic rich culture setting contributes to hospitality scholarship. Alongside, ethnic restaurants’ managers aiming towards greater patron satisfaction while maintaining cultural integrity are provided with useful guidance

This study explores the position of gastronomic tourism as a strategic tourism development factor in Uzbekistan. It discusses the application of tourism industry resource potential, such as public catering services, and its impact on economic growth. The research indicates how an increase in cultural awareness and purchasing power of the population, coupled with a growing number of foreign tourists, has created favorable conditions for the development of gastronomic tourism. Utilizing qualitative and quantitative research like sociological surveys and economic analysis, the study concludes that food culture traditions, human capital, and new technology are key drivers of competitiveness in the tourism business. Restaurant businesses are increasingly inclined to be both service enterprises and cultural ambassadors, thereby enhancing the destination's reputation. The study concludes that with focused investment and innovative development, Uzbekistan can become one of the globe's leading gastronomic tourism centers along the Silk Road.

Driven by geopolitical reconfigurations, tourism investment in the Global South is shifting from volume-based expansion to risk-centric decision-making. This study synthesizes institutional theory, the resource-based view, and the Social License to Operate (SLO) to assess this transition. Leveraging panel data from 18 Belt and Road countries (2019–2024), we construct an assessment system across three dimensions: institutional quality, macroeconomic stability, and developmental maturity. Using the entropy weight method, we identify a distinct risk gradient: Africa exhibits the highest risk intensity, followed by Central Asia and Central and Eastern Europe, with Southeast Asia being the most stable. Exchange rate volatility and political instability emerge as primary systemic drivers, though Southeast Asia shows consistent risk abatement. Finally, we operationalize a "risk-capability-strategy" framework, proposing differentiated regional allocation strategies to navigate the Global South’s evolving investment landscape

This article examines cross‑country variation in business insolvency performance using the World Bank’s Business Ready (B‑READY) framework, with a focus on Uzbekistan’s position relative to OECD economies and members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). The results show that insolvency outcomes are driven primarily by institutional infrastructure, digitalization, and restructuring orientation rather than by the mere availability and strong foundation of insolvency legislation. The findings contribute to comparative insolvency theory by empirically demonstrating that effective insolvency systems are institutional, not legislative, achievements

In the modern global economy, changes in the market occur rapidly. As a result, the terms of updating products offered to the market by business entities have been reduced. The spread of new products in the markets and their constant improvement create problems for market participants associated with product innovations. The spread of technological progress throughout the world has led to the convergence of the quality and technical characteristics of products manufactured in different regions. In such circumstances, the role of costs in achieving a competitive advantage and sustainable development has increased. There is a need to use costs economically and manage them effectively. The use of modern cost management methods is a particularly urgent task for the purpose of effectively organizing costs and increasing the competitiveness of products. Today, scientists in developed countries have developed a number of modern methods of planning and managing costs, and a comprehensive study of these methods and their application to the activities of business entities is an important task. This scientific work attempts to understand the modern methods of cost management currently used.

This study investigates the relationship between ESG disclosure quality and international competitiveness among commercial banks in Central Asia, benchmarked against a matched sample of European Union (EU) institutions. Using a mixed-methods approach –including content analysis of sustainability reports (2018–2024), a novel ESG Disclosure Quality Index (EDQI), and panel regressions on 495 bank-year observations – we find that Central Asian banks exhibit significantly lower ESG transparency across environmental, social, and governance dimensions compared to EU peers. Crucially, higher-quality ESG disclosure is robustly associated with greater foreign investment inflows, increased likelihood of Eurobond issuance, higher foreign ownership, and improved credit ratings – even after controlling for bank fundamentals and institutional quality. Notably, the marginal benefit of ESG transparency is significantly stronger in Central Asia than in the EU, suggesting that credible disclosure serves as a critical signaling mechanism in emerging markets where such information is scarce. These findings support the strategic adoption of global ESG reporting standards (e.g., ISSB, TCFD) by Central Asian regulators and banks to enhance financial integration and investor confidence.

The aim of this study is to analyse the formation of instrument-level, institutional, sectoral, and system-level competition in Uzbekistan’s financial market through the introduction of a dualistic financial system. Using a qualitative research approach, the study examines the institutional, legal, and economic implications of the dualistic model and explores its potential for enhancing competition. The findings indicate that the financial market remains insufficiently diversified, with financing sources relying predominantly on the banking sector. The study also identifies that the dualistic financial system may generate a new form of competition inter-system competition thereby improving efficiency within the financial services segment and contributing to market diversification. The research substantiates the institutional prerequisites, infrastructural requirements, and priority directions necessary for the implementation and sustainable development of this system

This article discusses the issue of increasing economic efficiency in manufacturing enterprises. It analyzes ways to rationally use production resources, improve technological processes, introduce digital technologies, and increase labor productivity. It also analyzes the views of prominent economists on economic, that is, production resources, and draws a general conclusion. In addition, ways to increase production efficiency and methods for determining it are also considered

The article analyzes the progress of the Triple Helix innovative model, the reasons and conditions for its change. The original model considered the interaction of the state, business structures and the scientific (including university) community. The article demonstrates how the interaction of elements becomes more complex with the emergence of the fourth, called "public" (media, culture, creative industry, etc.). The role of this element in the Quadruple Helix innovative model is studied. The significance of the work lies in clarifying the characteristics and conditions for the complication of innovative interaction. The Fivefold Helix innovation model illustrates what qualitative changes occur in the relationships of innovation process participants. It accumulates ecological and social aspects of development.

The export of fruit and vegetable products plays a significant role in driving economic growth and increasing income for countries worldwide. This research delves into the various factors influencing the development of fruit and vegetable export potential, including production capacity, quality standards, market access, and marketing strategies. Drawing upon empirical research findings and data gathered between 2010 and 2023, the study presents a series of recommendations aimed at augmenting Uzbekistan's fruit and vegetable export volume and, consequently, enhancing the country's per capita GDP.

The article examines the development of the service sector as one of the main areas of increasing the economic efficiency of regions. It is proven that this sector makes a significant contribution to increasing the economic efficiency of regions not only through the development of individual sectors of the economy, but also through the development of such sectors as health care, education, transport, communications, finance, industry, agriculture and tourism. It also reveals the ways of developing this sector in the context of regions.