The impact of project management tools on startup survival rates

The key tools for managing innovative projects in startups and their impact on sustainability and growth of companies have been studied. The global experience has been analyzed, including the ecosystems of the US, Poland, France, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia. A study has been conducted among Russian startups. Based on the study of 78 domestic startup projects of various stages of maturity and industry affiliation, key factors for project management methodologies successful implementation have been identified. Empirical evidence shows significant differences in the effectiveness of classical Agile techniques and their adapted hybrid modifications. Hybrid approaches (Scrumban et al.) demonstrate 23–27% higher implementation rates in Russian conditions compared to canonical Agile practices. Special attention has been paid to the regional ecosystems analysis. The Republic of Tatarstan has a concentration of 34.6% of the total number of student startups with a 17% success rate, which is significantly higher than the national average according to data from 2022 until 2024. The study results include an algorithm for choosing a management strategy depending on the innovation type, a matrix for assessing the resources importance for various innovation models, a project management systems classification, and analytical data from a survey of Russian startups. The practical significance of the study lies in developing an adapted system of recommendations for managing startup projects, considering both international experience and the Russian specifics of conducting innovation activities. The results obtained can be used when forming regional startup support programs and developing educational programs in the innovation management sphere.

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