Justin Pawlowski

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Justin Pawlowski is a researcher at the forefront of accounting technology and audit innovation, with a particular focus on the transformative potential of robotic process automation (RPA) in auditing practice. His most influential contribution, "A Framework for Using Robotic Process Automation for Audit Tasks," has garnered over 125 citations since its 2021 publication, establishing him as a leading voice in the intersection of emerging technology and auditing methodology. Drawing upon socio-technical systems (STS) theory, Pawlowski's framework addresses a critical practical challenge facing modern auditors: determining which tasks to automate and how to strategically prioritize bot development. This work is especially significant given the growing industry-wide attention RPA is receiving in accounting, providing practitioners and academics alike with structured guidance for implementation. The earlier 2020 iteration of this research, accumulating 32 citations, demonstrates the sustained and evolving nature of his scholarly engagement with this topic. Together, these works position Pawlowski as an important bridge between academic theory and real-world audit practice, making his research particularly valuable for students and professionals navigating the rapidly digitizing landscape of modern accounting and assurance services.