Barriers and drivers of strategic management of social responsibility consolidation at industrial enterprises in Ukraine

The article addresses the issue of strategic management of corporate social responsibility (CSR) consolidation in industrial enterprises of Ukraine under the conditions of current transformational processes. The relevance of the study is determined by the growing role of CSR in ensuring business competitiveness, building a positive corporate image, strengthening stakeholder trust, and enhancing the sustainable development of the national economy. Particular attention is given to identifying barriers that hinder the integration of CSR principles into the strategic decisions of industrial companies, as well as to analyzing the drivers that can catalyze this process. The study highlights the main barriers, which include limited financial resources, the absence of long-term CSR strategies, insufficient regulatory and legal support, low levels of corporate culture, and resistance to change from management personnel. Another important obstacle is the underdeveloped institutional infrastructure and the weak motivation of enterprises to implement socially responsible practices due to uncertainty regarding short-term economic benefits. Among the key drivers of strategic CSR consolidation are globalization trends, Ukraine's integration into international markets, growing societal demand for transparency and accountability, the strengthening of environmental standards, the development of social partnership, and the adoption of innovative management tools. An additional incentive for industrial enterprises is the opportunity to strengthen their positions in international cooperation and increase investment attractiveness. The scientific novelty of the paper lies in the systematization of barriers and drivers of strategic CSR consolidation, as well as in the development of recommendations aimed at reinforcing positive factors and mitigating obstacles. The practical significance of the research is the possibility of applying its results by industrial enterprise managers to improve corporate development strategies, build stakeholder partnerships, and create long-term competitive advantages. In conclusion, the study emphasizes that effective strategic management of CSR consolidation is an important factor in enhancing the resilience of Ukrainian industrial enterprises to modern challenges and a key prerequisite for their integration into the global economic environment.