Automation index
How much of a Business analyst’s job can AI already do?
AI can already analyse data, summarise processes and draft possible solutions. Deciding what should change, why it matters and how to make it happen is still the hard part.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Business analyst
39%
AI can already do 39% of this job.
#7 / 623
View rankingBusiness analyst
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Gather and organize information on problems or procedures.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 23% | 28% | +6.4 |
Develop and implement records management program for filing, protection, and retrieval of records, and assure compliance with program.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 13% | 55% | +7.2 |
Confer with personnel concerned to ensure successful functioning of newly implemented systems or procedures.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 13% | 28% | +3.6 |
Analyze data gathered and develop solutions or alternative methods of proceeding.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 13% | 48% | +6.2 |
Recommend purchase of storage equipment and design area layout to locate equipment in space available.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Design, evaluate, recommend, and approve changes of forms and reports.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 55% | +3.9 |
Prepare manuals and train workers in use of new forms, reports, procedures or equipment, according to organizational policy.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 55% | +2.8 |
Review forms and reports and confer with management and users about format, distribution, and purpose, identifying problems and improvements.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 55% | +2.8 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
| Total | 100% | 39% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- business analysis
- risk management
- market research
- scientific research methodology
- perform business analysis
- identify undetected organisational needs
- analyse business plans
- interpret financial statements
- conduct quantitative research
- analyse financial performance of a company
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-1111.00· ESCO/ISCO 2421
IS WORK OVER?
Chemical engineer
25%
#241 / 623
View rankingChemical engineer
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Balances, simulation and sizing.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 48% | +8.6 |
P&IDs, specs and equipment lists.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 32% | +5.1 |
Plant, operators and commissioning.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Safety, HAZOP and discharges.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 18% | +2.9 |
Quality, standards and documentation.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 16% | +2.9 |
Sign a process that will not explode.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 14% | +2.2 |
| Total | 100% | 25% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- Balances, simulation and sizing
- P&IDs, specs and equipment lists
- Plant, operators and commissioning
- Safety, HAZOP and discharges
- Quality, standards and documentation
- Sign a process that will not explode
- ingeniero quimico
- chemical engineer
Sources for this job· O*NET 17-2041.00· ESCO/ISCO 2145