GIn response to the IRS$$s push for tax preparers to embrace paperless practices, enhancing efficiency and reducing environmental impact, what strategies should tax preparers like Macy adopt to align with this digital$-$first approach? a$)$ Macy should prioritize maintaining her paper$-$based records and filing systems, adhering to traditional methods that have been in use for decades $.$ b$)$ Macy is advised to invest in advanced scanning technology and robust document management software, ensuring that all client documents are digitized, securely stored, and easily accessible. c$)$ Macy should shy away from adopting electronic signature solutions, insisting on in$-$person signings to keep the document authentication process straightforward and traditional. d$)$ To protect her clients$$ sensitive data, Macy might consider reducing her reliance on the internet, thereby minimizing exposure to potential online security threats. vein response to the IRS$$s push for tax preparers to embrace paperless practices, enhancing efficiency and reducing environmental impact, what strategies should tax preparers like Macy adopt to align with this digital$-$first approach? a$)$ Macy should prioritize maintaining her paper$-$based records and filing systems, adhering to traditional methods that have been in use for decades $.$ b$)$ Macy is advised to invest in advanced scanning technology and robust document management software, ensuring that all client documents are digitized, securely stored, and easily accessible. c$)$ Macy should shy away from adopting electronic signature solutions, insisting on in$-$person signings to keep the document authentication process straightforward and traditional. d$)$ To protect her clients$$ sensitive data, Macy might consider reducing her reliance on the internet, thereby minimizing exposure to potential online security threats.n the integration of new technologies into tax preparation services and the need for tax professionals to adapt and upgrade their Information Technology $($IT$)$ skills, all of the following statements are correct, except for: a$)$ Tax professionals can rely on traditional methods of tax preparation without engaging with new IT resources $.$ b$)$ Adapting to new technologies, such as data analytics and robotic $($artificial intelligence$)$ process automation, is essential for tax preparers to remain competitive and meet client expectations. c$)$ The need for data management and security is diminishing with the advent of advanced cloud storage solutions $.$ d$)$ Regulatory compliance has become somewhat less stringent with the introduction of new technologies in tax preparation