An analysis of the practice of marketing management of the socio-economic development of the Russian Federation subjects

Subject. This article considers the system of strategic planning documents as a scientific and practical basis for achieving the goal of improving the well-being of the population by increasing investment activity and the competitiveness of the regional economy. Objectives. The article aims to explore the possibilities and features of the application of marketing technologies in the effective management of the development of the Russian Federation constituent entities. Methods. For the study, we used the methods of general scientific and statistical research, content analysis, and data visualization techniques. Results. The article presents a brief analytical overview of strategic planning documents and analysis of the possibilities of using modern marketing tools. The article also highlights the use of marketing to improve the competitiveness of a particular area, taking into account the experience of leader regions. Conclusions. Modern strategic documents regulating the development of regions have some contradictions in terms of the characteristics of the state of the Russian Federation subjects concerning various indicators of development. The problems and practicalities of addressing them need to be more clearly identified. The results of the study can be used by regional and municipal authorities to develop plans to improve the strategic management of the areas' development.