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Can AI do the work of a Economist?
Pulling a dataset and a first chart is instant. Deciding which model holds, and explaining it to a ministry, is not.
It also does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Economist
30%
AI or a robot can already do 30% of this job.
#38 / 103
View rankingEconomist
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Clean data, estimate and produce tables.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 22% | 52% | +11.4 |
Draft notes, briefs and a first paper.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 18% | 45% | +8.1 |
Choose model, assumptions and robustness.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Present to a client, ministry or board.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 16% | 15% | +2.4 |
Debate, peer-review and defend the numbers.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 12% | +1.7 |
Read the political context and data quality.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 18% | +2.5 |
| Total | 100% | 30% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- Clean data, estimate and produce tables
- Draft notes, briefs and a first paper
- Choose model, assumptions and robustness
- Present to a client, ministry or board
- Debate, peer-review and defend the numbers
- economista
- economist
Sources for this job· O*NET 19-3011.00· ESCO/ISCO 2631
IS WORK OVER?
Tour guide
28%
#62 / 103
View rankingTour guide
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Monitor visitors' activities to ensure compliance with establishment or tour regulations and safety practices.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 13% | 28% | +3.6 |
Describe tour points of interest to group members, and respond to questions.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 28% | +3.4 |
Provide directions and other pertinent information to visitors.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Escort individuals or groups on cruises, sightseeing tours, or through places of interest, such as industrial establishments, public buildings, or art galleries.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Greet and register visitors, and issue any required identification badges or safety devices.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Assemble and check the required supplies and equipment prior to departure.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Provide for physical safety of groups, performing such activities as providing first aid or directing emergency evacuations.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Solicit tour patronage and sell souvenirs.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. | 17% | 28% | +4.8 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- sightseeing information
- local geography
- create solutions to problems
- monitor visitor tours
- provide visitor information
- select visitor routes
- collect visitor fees
- speak different languages
- use different communication channels
- maintain customer service
Sources for this job· O*NET 39-7011.00· ESCO/ISCO 5113