WAYS TO INCREASE THE COMPETITIVENESS OF ENTERPRISES IN THE CONTEXT OF THE DIGITAL ECONOMY IN UZBEKISTAN: ORGANIZATIONAL AND ECONOMIC MECHANISMS FOR THE ELECTRIC POWER INDUSTRY
Keywords:
Digital Economy, Digital Transformation, Electric Power Industry, Uzbekistan, Industry 4.0, Smart Grid, Organizational Mechanisms, Economic Competitiveness, Renewable Energy, SCADA.Abstract
This study provides a comprehensive investigation into the strategic modernization of the electric power industry in Uzbekistan, focusing on the shift from traditional automation to a robust "Digital Economy" framework. Guided by the "Digital Uzbekistan 2030" strategy and the "Concept for Providing the Republic of Uzbekistan with Electric Energy for 2020–2030," the research explores the organizational and economic mechanisms essential for enhancing sector-wide competitiveness. The investigation identifies digitalization as a pivotal driver for operational efficiency, particularly through the implementation of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Big Data analytics. Findings reveal that while electricity production has grown significantly—from 59 billion kWh in 2016 to 81.5 billion kWh in 2024—structural challenges persist, including aging infrastructure (50–70% of components exceeding 30 years of service) and an unsatisfied demand of approximately 9.4%. The study details how ERP/CRM systems, Smart Grid concepts, and unified billing (ASKUÉ) stabilize the grid and reduce technical losses (currently averaging 15.19%). Furthermore, it analyzes the institutional transition toward a competitive wholesale market initiated in 2021 and targeting full operation by 2023, while emphasizing the integration of 4.1 GW of renewable capacity and the critical role of domestic software in ensuring lifecycle cost-efficiency and energy security.
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