AI and Economic Development

Introduction

On Tue, Oct 7, 2025, economist Elena Korol introduced a new framework in her book, The Roll-Up Blueprint: An Original Framework Transforming Business Consolidation, which integrates artificial intelligence with institutional design. This model aims to encourage inclusive growth and redefine consolidation as a community empowerment tool.

Framework Overview

Korol’s framework is based on over 15 years of fieldwork and proposes business roll-ups as governed “commons” that enhance human collaboration. It suggests that embedding ethical rulemaking into technological applications can turn AI into a bridge for prosperity in rural economies.

Market Impact

The release of The Roll-Up Blueprint coincides with significant growth in the global AI in agriculture market, which was valued at USD 4.7 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 26.3% through 2034. Korol’s research indicates that AI-augmented governance can increase sustainable crop yields while minimizing resource depletion.

Research Contributions

• AI-Augmented Commons Governance: Published in Aug 2025, this paper outlines hybrid AI-human systems for enforcing equitable resource rules.
• Governing the Commons through Rule Hybridity: Published in Nov 2024, this comparative analysis reveals how blending formal regulations with local norms can reduce governance failures.
• AI, Legal Pluralism, and Property Governance: Published in Jul 2025, it explores how AI can mediate pluralistic property regimes to prevent displacement.
• Why Roll-Ups Fail: Forthcoming in 2025, this paper critiques traditional M&A models and proposes AI-enabled alternatives.

Global Applications

Korol’s fieldwork has shown practical applications of AI in agriculture across various countries, including India, Egypt, and Ukraine. These applications have resulted in increased yields, reduced pesticide use, and aligned with national sustainability goals.

Conclusion

Elena Korol’s The Roll-Up Blueprint offers a roadmap for AI-infused business consolidation, advocating governed roll-ups that leverage analytics for transparent decision-making and ethical AI for conflict resolution. Her frameworks are influencing policy dialogues, emphasizing the role of governance in technology deployment.

About the Authors

Elena Korol: An economist specializing in AI-enabled institutional governance and sustainable economic design, she mentors innovators on aligning technology with human values.

Sofiya Korol: An emerging leader in civic engagement, her work bridges youth advocacy with institutional innovation.

Availability

The Roll-Up Blueprint by Elena and Sofiya Korol is available through major publishers and online retailers.

Contact Information

Media Contact: Elena Korol, Classical Management LLC, Email: elena@heritagehall.info