Automation index
Can AI do the work of a Barber?
The booking is already in an app. The fade, the straight-razor shave and the chair talk are not.
It also does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Barber
12%
AI or a robot can already do 12% of this job.
#102 / 103
View rankingBarber
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Appointments, till and product stock.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 32% | +4.5 |
Cut and style consult with the client.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
Cut, fade and finish with clipper and scissors.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 28% | 5% | +1.4 |
Shave, beard tidy and hot towel.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 18% | 6% | +1.1 |
Cleaning, disinfection and tool care.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 10% | +1.2 |
Shop atmosphere and regulars.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 14% | +1.7 |
| Total | 100% | 12% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- cut hair
- colour hair
- haircut
- barbering
- Appointments, till and product stock
- Cut and style consult with the client
- Shave, beard tidy and hot towel
- Cleaning, disinfection and tool care
- Shop atmosphere and regulars
- barber
Sources for this job· O*NET 39-5011.00· ESCO/ISCO 5141
IS WORK OVER?
IT support
30%
#43 / 103
View rankingIT support
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Answer user inquiries regarding computer software or hardware operation to resolve problems.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 17% | 28% | +4.8 |
Oversee the daily performance of computer systems.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 15% | 28% | +4.2 |
Read technical manuals, confer with users, or conduct computer diagnostics to investigate and resolve problems or to provide technical assistance and support.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 28% | +3.9 |
Maintain records of daily data communication transactions, problems and remedial actions taken, or installation activities.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 13% | 55% | +7.2 |
Set up equipment for employee use, performing or ensuring proper installation of cables, operating systems, or appropriate software.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Install and perform minor repairs to hardware, software, or peripheral equipment, following design or installation specifications.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Confer with staff, users, and management to establish requirements for new systems or modifications.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Enter commands and observe system functioning to verify correct operations and detect errors.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 15% | 28% | +4.2 |
| Total | 100% | 30% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- characteristics of products
- organisational structure
- product comprehension
- keep up to date on product knowledge
- create solutions to problems
- communicate with customers
- manage staff
- use ICT ticketing system
- educate on data confidentiality
- forecast workload
Sources for this job· O*NET 15-1232.00· ESCO/ISCO 3512