Transformation of the transport and logistics system as a condition for the sustainable regional development
This paper analyzes conditions and areas of transformation for the transport and logistics system of Irkutsk region with account for its special integrating role for the western and eastern provinces of Russia. Sustainable development of Russian provinces is closely linked to the issues of the intersystem integration in the field of the supply chain management. Development of the logistics infrastructure and strengthening intersectoral collaboration in transport modes are the key factors for the efficient allocation and distribution of material resources. The concept of sustainability determines the ability of the regional transport and logistics system to function in challenging market conditions with a high degree of uncertainty. The paper offers analysis of the research results related to the transport and logistics system of Irkutsk region. The technique developed for investigation of the macro- and mesologistics systems is based on measuring control parameters and allows for identification of the current conditions of the transport and logistics systems. The author proposes a cluster form for the logistics providers network that enables enhancement of sustainability of the Irkutsk region transport and logistics system.