"Some practices may need to upskill to realise the value of open data. That may mean new technical skills, technology, or behavioural change. With that, it’s going to be critical that practices uphold the quality and rigour of traditional accounting offerings while significant learnings are underway."

“If people won’t take this seriously it ultimately means that corporates, entities, and even government organisations are in a position where they will disrespect your rights.”

“Climate Change - the biggest challenge of all and accountants are in a really good position to work with their customers around understanding how they can mitigate their carbon footprint and their climate impact. I’m really excited about the role that accountants can play there.”

“My biggest concern is the time it will take for this to play out. We are seeing a lot of economies around the world being driven by regulation rather than competition or market forces, and as we know, regulation takes time.”

“Accountants can move into very inefficient financial services, they can elevate and level the value of advice they are giving and I think they’ll make more money doing it and they’ll solidify their client relationship.”