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?
Pediatrician
21%
#89 / 103
View rankingPediatrician
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury in infants and children.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Treat children who have minor illnesses, acute and chronic health problems, and growth and development concerns.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Examine children regularly to assess their growth and development.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, or examination results.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 12% | +1.3 |
Advise patients, parents or guardians, and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 12% | +1.2 |
Examine patients or order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests to obtain information on medical condition and determine diagnosis.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients and parents or guardians.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 12% | +1.1 |
Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 21% | 28% | +5.9 |
| Total | 100% | 21% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- manage research data
- operate open source software
- demonstrate disciplinary expertise
- think abstractly
- manage personal professional development
- synthesise information
- develop own practices continuously
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-1221.00· ESCO/ISCO 2211