Introduction of elements of the fourth industrial revolution is a strategic step to the global competitiveness of Kazakhstan

Abstract

The article notes that in the future, among the key priorities for the development of the republic, new industries should be identified, which are formed with the use of digital technologies. The author shows the positive experience of the countries of the world who have achieved significant success in the creation of a digital state. The priority directions of Kazakhstan's transition to the rails of the Fourth Industrial Revolution are considered, which opens up unique opportunities for the society. And the society itself should be ready to transform and become «smart» in order to become a driver of change. In the article features of transition to modern digital technologies on the example of the State Enterprise «Kazgeodesy» are considered. The enterprise has completely switched to modern digital technology, which contributes to the successful performance of all types of work. It is concluded that the transition of Kazakhstan to the rails of the Fourth Industrial Revolution will increase the competitiveness of the sectors of the economy, provide accelerated expanded production and, accordingly, confidently enter the thirty of the prosperous states of the world by 2050.