Evaluation Of The Effectiveness Of Support Mechanisms For Small And Medium-Sized Businesses[Оценка Эффективности Механизмов Поддержки Малого И Среднего Предпринимательства]

Relevance of the topic. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are an important element of the economy and provide a significant part of jobs in many countries. They contribute to the development of innovation, increase competitiveness and overall economic stability. Support for SMEs can have a positive effect on social well-being, improving living conditions and raising the standard of living of the country’s population as a whole. Objective. Identification of factors influencing the success and development of small and medium-sized businesses, and development of recommendations for improving and optimizing SME support programs. Methodology. The study is based on a systematic approach using statistical, comparative, logical and retrospective analysis. Results and conclusions. It is established that the improvement of the system of support for small and medium-sized enterprises in Russia will require the creation of conditions for the development and expansion of access to financial resources, the development of educational programs, the organization of business incubators and assistance in the formation of an innovative economy. Some recommendations: 1. Simplification of registration procedures for business: it is necessary to reduce time and costs during business registration, as well as transfer most of the procedures to electronic form to increase efficiency. 2. Development and implementation of training programs: it is important to create training programs and courses that will help small and medium-sized businesses improve their skills in management, marketing, accounting and finance. 3. Provision of financial support: in addition to bank loans, small and medium-sized businesses can be supported through grant programs, leasing, participation in investment projects. 4. Improving the culture of entrepreneurship: it is important to change the attitude towards entrepreneurship in society and the educational environment and support the development of a culture of entrepreneurship among the population. It is also important to ensure the loyalty of the business environment and the stability of the legal and economic conditions for the development of small and medium-sized businesses in Russia. To do this, it is necessary to continue coordinating the work of government agencies, invest in infrastructure and the development of innovative technologies. Application area. The scope of regulation of state policy in the field of support of small and mediumsized businesses in the region.