Automation index
How much of a Cashier’s job can AI already do?
Today an AI or a robot can barely cover part of a shift. Pace, the physical space, and dealing with people still are the job.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Cashier
30%
AI can already do 30% of this job.
#48 / 623
View rankingCashier
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Receive payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Issue receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Greet customers entering establishments.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Answer incoming phone calls.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Establish or identify prices of goods, services, or admission, and tabulate bills, using calculators, cash registers, or optical price scanners.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Compute and record totals of transactions.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 55% | +3.3 |
Request information or assistance, using paging systems.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Answer customers' questions, and provide information on procedures or policies.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 47% | 28% | +13.2 |
| Total | 100% | 30% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- customer service
- operate cash point
- use different communication channels
- apply numeracy skills
- process refunds
- ensure client orientation
- process payments
- provide customer follow-up services
- issue sales invoices
- manage theft prevention
Sources for this job· O*NET 41-2011.00· ESCO/ISCO 5230
IS WORK OVER?
Video producer
34%
#22 / 623
View rankingVideo producer
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Write and edit news stories from information collected by reporters and other sources.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 55% | +5 |
Research production topics using the internet, video archives, and other informational sources.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 48% | +4.3 |
Plan details such as framing, composition, camera movement, sound, and actor movement for each shot or scene.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Communicate to actors the approach, characterization, and movement needed for each scene in such a way that rehearsals and takes are minimized.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Compose and edit scripts or provide screenwriters with story outlines from which scripts can be written.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Cut and edit film or tape to integrate component parts into desired sequences.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Perform management activities, such as budgeting, scheduling, planning, and marketing.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Direct live broadcasts, films and recordings, or non-broadcast programming for public entertainment or education.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. | 44% | 28% | +12.3 |
| Total | 100% | 34% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- project management principles
- film production process
- accounting techniques
- audiovisual products
- copyright legislation
- work with motion picture editing team
- manage budgets
- consult with production director
- select scripts
- liaise with financiers
Sources for this job· O*NET 27-2012.00· ESCO/ISCO 2654