It will still be interesting to see what the filmmakers decide to do moving forward, since rumors have suggested that Leia’s role was meant to expand in Episode IX (including a crucial emotional scene with Kylo Ren).
Time will tell, but fans can rest easy knowing that CGI will not be part of the solution.
If the goal is to respect Fisher’s legacy, then it is probably for the best that Star Wars 8 will be her final performance.
This will likely come as a huge relief to viewers, and it is great that the studio came out so quickly to release these comments.