And this is where computers come in. And even as we speak, they are bringing about a complete shift in the role of the professional accountant. Accounting function - Easy to computerise 2. Historically, the accounting function in most companies is usually the first one to be computerized. The reason for this is not too far to seek.
Accountants deal with numbers.
Operational logic can be clearly defined. In fact, it is really the easiest thing to computerise. Other functions, such as production processes, help desk functions, customer service, marketing etc. So much so that the word 'computerization' has come to be regarded as a synonym of computerizing the finance department. Problem - Shift in information needs 3.