Методи дослідження трансформації військової сфери: суспільно-географічний підхід

Abstract

Обґрунтовано суспільно-географічний підхід до дослідження трансформаційних процесів у військовій сфері України. У статті розглянуто методи, що дозволяють аналізувати взаємозв’язок між географічними чинниками та ефективністю військової інфраструктури в умовах сучасних викликів. Особлива увага приділяється методологічним аспектам, які включають системний аналіз територіальної організації військових сил.

The aim of this article is to substantiate the human-geographical approach to studying transformational processes in Ukraine's military sphere under modern challenges. Particular emphasis is placed on methodological aspects that enable the analysis of the relationship between geographical factors, socio-economic characteristics, and the efficiency of military infrastructure. The article reviews methods including a systematic analysis of the territorial organization of military forces, considering natural-geographical conditions, strategic needs, and the specifics of the current security situation. Notably, geographic information systems (GIS) are integrated for modeling the territorial distribution of military facilities, enabling the identification of patterns in their placement while accounting for the influence of socio-economic and natural factors. Special attention is given to the impact of combat operations on the transformation of military infrastructure and changes in strategic approaches to national defense. The study incorporates the use of modern tools, such as «Delta» ˗ a situational management system that significantly enhances decision-making processes. The research methodology is based on a comprehensive analysis of literature, statistical data, cartographic materials, and modeling methods. «Delta» is demonstrated as an effective approach to optimizing planning and managing military resources. The geographical approach in this study is applied to assess the influence of natural conditions, socio-economic factors, and strategic needs in the placement of military units. The potential of integrating data on terrain, climate, infrastructure capabilities, and logistical constraints in decision-making processes is evaluated. The proposed approaches aim to enhance the operational efficiency of military formations and the rational use of resources. Mechanisms for adapting military infrastructure to modern threats, including hybrid warfare, informational influence, and other factors, are also examined. The research findings confirm the importance of applying a human-geographical approach to assess the efficiency of military facility placement in different regions of Ukraine. The article identifies key directions for improving military infrastructure, taking into account the specifics of contemporary threats. Particular attention is paid to utilizing modern tools, such as «Delta» to ensure situational awareness and increase the responsiveness of military unit management. Recommendations are proposed for optimizing the territorial placement of military formations based on the integration of socio-economic and natural-geographical indicators, which will enhance the country’s defense capabilities. The scientific novelty of this study lies in the adaptation of geographical methods to research military transformations. For the first time, approaches to analyzing transformations in Ukraine’s military sphere have been systematized, taking into account both internal and external challenges. Incorporating «Delta» as a modern tool strengthens the practical significance of the work, enabling effective scenario modeling and resource management in a dynamic security environment. The practical significance of the results lies in their potential use for planning the development of military infrastructure, increasing the efficiency of military resource management, integrating modern monitoring tools, and ensuring national security.