The article is devoted to the research of the peculiarities of the process of digital transformation of public administration of the region on the example of the Republic of Crimea. Within the framework of the scientific research the analysis of the implementation of strategic documents in the field of digitalisation and informatisation in the region is carried out. Special attention is paid to the consideration of key programmes and projects aimed at the development of information society and digitalisation of public administration. The main indicators of the Development Programme of the Republic of Crimea until 2036 in the direction of digital transformation of public administration are considered. Based on the results of the analysis, the problems are identified and directions for improving the process of digital transformation in the Republic of Crimea are proposed.