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?

31%

AI can already do 31% of this job.

#31 / 623

Cartographer

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. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	18%	52%	+9.4
Symbology, type and visual hierarchy. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	16%	48%	+7.7
Projections, scales and getting the heights right. Estimate No 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. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	18%	18%	+3.2
Print maps, web maps and updates. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	16%	22%	+3.5
Credit, metadata and owning the map. Estimate No 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

IS WORK OVER?

33%

#24 / 623

Warehouse operator

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
Record numbers of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	19%	55%	+10.5
Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships, or containers, by hand or using trucks, tractors, or other equipment. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	18%	28%	+5
Maintain equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	18%	28%	+5
Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	15%	28%	+4.2
Sort cargo before loading and unloading. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	14%	28%	+3.9
Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifying information. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	12%	28%	+3.4
Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	4%	28%	+1.1
Total	100%		33%

Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low