Individual Assignment 1 Information technology has been advancing over the years and in some industries has changed the face of operations Some authors argue that many professions are either going to become extinct or will be significantly reduced in terms of the role of the person in carrying out these functions. For instance according to Mclnsey and Co (2017) half of al work activities have the potential to be automated using current technological advancements. The authors see tasks carried out by mortgage brokers, paralegals, accountants and some back-office staff as especially vulnerable to automation Required: Using reputable articles discuss the role of the accountant in the information age bringing out any tasks that you feel will become automated and also any new tasks that may arise that could require the skills of an accountant. Be as context specific as possible giving the issues that arise given the environmental conditions in your country It would be good as well to outline the skill set that you believe that an accountant should have to thrive in the coming period. Marks w be awarded for correct referencing and grammar