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?
IT support
30%
#43 / 103
View rankingIT support
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Answer user inquiries regarding computer software or hardware operation to resolve problems.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 17% | 28% | +4.8 |
Oversee the daily performance of computer systems.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 15% | 28% | +4.2 |
Read technical manuals, confer with users, or conduct computer diagnostics to investigate and resolve problems or to provide technical assistance and support.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 28% | +3.9 |
Maintain records of daily data communication transactions, problems and remedial actions taken, or installation activities.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 13% | 55% | +7.2 |
Set up equipment for employee use, performing or ensuring proper installation of cables, operating systems, or appropriate software.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Install and perform minor repairs to hardware, software, or peripheral equipment, following design or installation specifications.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Confer with staff, users, and management to establish requirements for new systems or modifications.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Enter commands and observe system functioning to verify correct operations and detect errors.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 15% | 28% | +4.2 |
| Total | 100% | 30% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- characteristics of products
- organisational structure
- product comprehension
- keep up to date on product knowledge
- create solutions to problems
- communicate with customers
- manage staff
- use ICT ticketing system
- educate on data confidentiality
- forecast workload
Sources for this job· O*NET 15-1232.00· ESCO/ISCO 3512