Having recently graduated from Deakin, you secured a grad position as a 'Systems Analyst' working for Trailblazer, a top tier accounting firm. There has been recent discussion on the increasing levels of automation in accounting, with some predicting that data analytics and blockchain will completely eclipse the role of the accountant. Senior Partner Adam Jones (FCPA) is less convinced by the techno-enthusiasts. He still sees a role for accountants into the future. He has asked you to draft a referenced industry report discussing automation and the future of accounting. Mr. Jones cautions that context is extremely important, and believes that being more specific is generall a good thing. He remarks that the interests of employers are quite different to the interests of workers. Within firms, the firm size and the type of work undertaken will affect the type of technologies available. For individuals, the level of skill and career stage may also help or hinder their career prospects. Thus, Mr. Jones asks you to identify who is the targeted audience, and specify the industry your report deals with. He has asked several staff members each to pick a specific area to write on. Mr. Jones will then compile the papers, each paper will become a chapter within a coherent report published by Trailblazer. Specific Requirements Your report should: - Specify the targeted industry your report will address. - Identify and evaluate the threats posed by automation to the industry. - Identify any areas of opportunity offered by automation. - Identify any areas where improvements could be made (training on specific skills)