Automation index
How much of a Cartographer’s job can AI already do?
OSM and a generalisation come earlier. A map that reads, and does not lie, do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Cartographer
31%
AI can already do 31% of this job.
#31 / 623
View rankingCartographer
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Sources, OSM, satellite and generalisation.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 52% | +9.4 |
Symbology, type and visual hierarchy.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 48% | +7.7 |
Projections, scales and getting the heights right.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Review with the client, the field and the lie in the data.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 18% | +3.2 |
Print maps, web maps and updates.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Credit, metadata and owning the map.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 14% | +2.2 |
| Total | 100% | 31% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- make maps
- generalise cartography
- symbology
- choose projection
- visual hierarchy
- update OSM
- web maps
- maps that do not lie
Sources for this job· O*NET 17-1021.00· ESCO/ISCO 2165
IS WORK OVER?
HVAC technician
27%
#181 / 623
View rankingHVAC technician
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comply with all applicable standards, policies, or procedures, such as safety procedures or the maintenance of a clean work area.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Recommend, develop, or perform preventive or general maintenance procedures, such as cleaning, power-washing, or vacuuming equipment, oiling parts, or changing filters.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Test electrical circuits or components for continuity, using electrical test equipment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Discuss heating or cooling system malfunctions with users to isolate problems or to verify that repairs corrected malfunctions.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 12% | +0.7 |
Repair or replace defective equipment, components, or wiring.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 12% | +0.7 |
Keep records of repairs and replacements made and causes of malfunctions.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 12% | +0.6 |
Record and report time, materials, faults, deficiencies, or other unusual occurrences on work orders.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 55% | +2.8 |
Install, connect, or adjust thermostats, humidistats, or timers.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 4% | 28% | +1.1 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 50% | 28% | +14 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- refrigerants
- electric heating systems
- hydraulics
- thermodynamics
- fluid mechanics
- domestic cooling systems
- electricity
- electrical wiring plans
- mechanics
- work ergonomically
Sources for this job· O*NET 49-9021.00· ESCO/ISCO 7127