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A case of self-management by the example of Mindbox

https://doi.org/10.37493/2307-907X.2025.4.4

Abstract

   Introduction. In the context of digital transformation and global business shifts, companies are striving to implement innovative management approaches. One such method is self-management, which focuses on decentralizing authority, increasing employee autonomy, and enhancing organizational collaboration.

   Goal. The study aims to analyze the experience of implementing self-management models by the example of Mindbox, describe key aspects, and provide practical recommendations for commercial organizations.

   Materials and Methods. The study is based on the analysis of Mindbox company experience, including approaches such as sociocracy, holacracy, and clientocracy. Descriptive analysis, comparative research, and data systematization methods were applied.

   Results and Discussion. The research identifies the key stages of introducing self-management, including transforming corporate culture, using transparent decision-making procedures, and adapting employees to new roles. The study highlights the economic efficiency of these approaches, such as reducing management costs and increasing employee engagement. It demonstrates that self-management models improve process flexibility and customer satisfaction.

   Conclusion. The findings confirm that self-management models, when properly adapted, can be successfully implemented in Russian companies, enhancing their resilience in dynamic environments. The recommendations presented may benefit practitioners and researchers in the field of management.

About the Authors

A. A. Bevzyuk
Mindbox
Russian Federation

Anton A. Bevzyuk, Director of Processes at Mindbox

125124; 26 Pravdy Str.; Moscow

Researcher ID: LWJ-4810-2024



I. K. Bevzyuk
Minin State Pedagogical University of Nizhny Novgorod
Russian Federation

Irina K. Bevzyuk, Senior Lecturer

Department of Theory and Practice of Foreign Languages and Linguodidactics

603000; 7, Minin Str.; Nizhny Novgorod

Researcher ID: JDD-7658-2023



S. E. Tsvetkova
Minin State Pedagogical University of Nizhny Novgorod
Russian Federation

Svetlana E. Tsvetkova, Cand. Sci. (Ped.), Associate Professor

Department of Theory and Practice of Foreign Languages and Linguodidactics

603000; 7, Minin Str.; Nizhny Novgorod

Researcher ID: V-5915-2018



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Bevzyuk A.A., Bevzyuk I.K., Tsvetkova S.E. A case of self-management by the example of Mindbox. Newsletter of North-Caucasus Federal University. 2025;(4):42-53. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.37493/2307-907X.2025.4.4

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