Information and analytical support for the State defense order in Ukraine

The purpose of the article is to reveal the essence of the information and analytical support for the State defense order in Ukraine. Research results. Theoretical approaches to defining the essence of the concepts of information and analytical activity and information and analytical support are considered, their role and purpose are revealed. Practical meaning. The author’s definition of the term «information and analytical support of the state defense order in Ukraine» is proposed as a complex of organizational and legal systematic measures aimed at the collection, processing, analysis and generalization of information materials in order to ensure effective planning, coordination, monitoring and control of the execution of State defense orders, which includes the use of modern information technologies, analytical methods and expert assessments, promoting effective management within the defense sector of the state. Value/originality. It is proven that the role of the investigated institution is to protect territorial integrity and sovereignty, ensure informed decision-making, planning and coordination, monitoring and control, development of internal and external potentials, ensuring information security, development of the information base, ensuring effective communication, supporting scientific research, innovation and technological development