Automation index
Can AI do the work of a Delivery driver?
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.
It is not a prediction about the future of employment.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Delivery driver
28%
AI or a robot can already do 28% of this job.
#65 / 103
View rankingDelivery driver
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Obey traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 13% | 28% | +3.6 |
Read maps and follow written or verbal geographic directions.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Verify the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Load and unload trucks, vans, or automobiles.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Drive vehicles with capacities under three tons to transport materials to and from specified destinations, such as railroad stations, plants, residences, offices, or within industrial yards.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Present bills and receipts and collect payments for goods delivered or loaded.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 22% | +1.5 |
Inspect and maintain vehicle supplies and equipment, such as gas, oil, water, tires, lights, or brakes, to ensure that vehicles are in proper working condition.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Turn in receipts and money received from deliveries.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 26% | 28% | +7.3 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- geographic areas
- road traffic laws
- communicate with customers
- act reliably
- drive in urban areas
- ensure the integrity of mail
- use geographic information systems
- establish daily priorities
- analyse ways to reduce travel time
- interpret traffic signals
Sources for this job· O*NET 53-3033.00· ESCO/ISCO 8321
IS WORK OVER?
Insurance agent
33%
#22 / 103
View rankingInsurance agent
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Sell various types of insurance policies to businesses and individuals on behalf of insurance companies, including automobile, fire, life, property, medical and dental insurance, or specialized policies, such as marine, farm/crop, and medical malpractice.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Customize insurance programs to suit individual customers, often covering a variety of risks.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Explain features, advantages, and disadvantages of various policies to promote sale of insurance plans.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Perform administrative tasks, such as maintaining records and handling policy renewals.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 55% | +5 |
Select company that offers type of coverage requested by client to underwrite policy.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Calculate premiums and establish payment method.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 48% | +3.8 |
Seek out new clients and develop clientele by networking to find new customers and generate lists of prospective clients.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Call on policyholders to deliver and explain policy, to analyze insurance program and suggest additions or changes, or to change beneficiaries.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 48% | +3.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 31% | 28% | +8.7 |
| Total | 100% | 34% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- insurance law
- sales promotion techniques
- principles of insurance
- actuarial science
- claims procedures
- types of insurance
- calculate insurance rate
- protect client interests
- analyse insurance needs
- inform on insurance products
Sources for this job· O*NET 41-3021.00· ESCO/ISCO 3321