Automation index
Can AI do the work of a Data scientist?
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 scientist
40%
AI or a robot can already do 40% of this job.
#6 / 103
View rankingData scientist
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?
Influencer / creator
30%
#39 / 103
View rankingInfluencer / creator
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Confer with department heads or staff to discuss topics such as contracts, selection of advertising media, or product to be advertised.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Plan and prepare advertising and promotional material to increase sales of products or services, working with customers, company officials, sales departments, and advertising agencies.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Coordinate activities of departments, such as sales, graphic arts, media, finance, and research.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 48% | +3.8 |
Inspect layouts and advertising copy, and edit scripts, audio, video, and other promotional material for adherence to specifications.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Plan and execute advertising policies and strategies for organizations.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Direct, motivate, and monitor the mobilization of a campaign team to advance campaign goals.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Train and direct workers engaged in developing and producing advertisements.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Contact organizations to explain services and facilities offered.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. | 39% | 28% | +10.9 |
| Total | 100% | 30% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- produce statistical financial records
- comply with food safety and hygiene
- implement marketing strategies
- monitor financial accounts
- manage staff
- analyse booking patterns
- think analytically
- develop financial statistics reports
- apply numeracy skills
- forecast occupancy demand
Sources for this job· O*NET 11-2011.00· ESCO/ISCO 2431