Automation index
Can AI do the work of a Data analyst?
Today an AI can already classify, reconcile, and prep a first close. The final call, and what goes to the tax office, still has a name on it.
It does not say how many people will end up unemployed.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Data analyst
40%
AI or a robot can already do 40% of this job.
#5 / 103
View rankingData analyst
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Generate standard or custom reports summarizing business, financial, or economic data for review by executives, managers, clients, and other stakeholders.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 55% | +7.7 |
Manage timely flow of business intelligence information to users.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 13% | 28% | +3.6 |
Maintain or update business intelligence tools, databases, dashboards, systems, or methods.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 48% | +5.3 |
Provide technical support for existing reports, dashboards, or other tools.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 55% | +5 |
Synthesize current business intelligence or trend data to support recommendations for action.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Create business intelligence tools or systems, including design of related databases, spreadsheets, or outputs.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 55% | +3.3 |
Collect business intelligence data from available industry reports, public information, field reports, or purchased sources.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 55% | +3.3 |
Identify or monitor current and potential customers, using business intelligence tools.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 29% | 28% | +8.1 |
| Total | 100% | 40% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- analyse data
- models
- dashboards
- python
- information structure
- data warehouse
- database
- web programming
- ICT security legislation
- business process modelling
Sources for this job· O*NET 15-2051.01· ESCO/ISCO 2521
IS WORK OVER?
Lab technician
37%
#14 / 103
View rankingLab technician
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Obtain specimens, cultivating, isolating, and identifying microorganisms for analysis.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 48% | +7.7 |
Conduct chemical analyses of body fluids, such as blood or urine, using microscope or automatic analyzer to detect abnormalities or diseases and enter findings into computer.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 48% | +7.7 |
Analyze the results of tests or experiments to ensure conformity to specifications, using special mechanical or electrical devices.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 13% | 48% | +6.2 |
Test raw materials, processes, or finished products to determine quality or quantity of materials or characteristics of a substance.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 28% | +3.4 |
Collect blood or tissue samples from patients, observing principles of asepsis to obtain blood sample.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 12% | +1.2 |
Analyze and record test data to issue reports that use charts, graphs, or narratives.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 55% | +5 |
Supervise or instruct other technicians or laboratory assistants.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 22% | +2 |
Set up, maintain, calibrate, clean, and test sterility of medical laboratory equipment.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
| Total | 100% | 37% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- techniques of blood-sampling
- microbiology-bacteriology
- laboratory techniques
- blood type classification
- perform laboratory tests
- transport blood samples
- archive healthcare users' records
- mix chemicals
- record test data
- maintain laboratory equipment
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-2012.00· ESCO/ISCO 3212