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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?
Warehouse operator
33%
#23 / 103
View rankingWarehouse operator
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Record numbers of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 19% | 55% | +10.5 |
Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships, or containers, by hand or using trucks, tractors, or other equipment.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 18% | 28% | +5 |
Maintain equipment storage areas to ensure that inventory is protected.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 18% | 28% | +5 |
Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment needs.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 15% | 28% | +4.2 |
Sort cargo before loading and unloading.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 14% | 28% | +3.9 |
Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifying information.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 28% | +3.4 |
Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 4% | 28% | +1.1 |
| Total | 100% | 33% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- products coding system
- operate warehouse record systems
- sort waste
- clean industrial containers
- maintain physical condition of warehouse
- receive goods
- assist in the movement of heavy loads
- stack goods
- use different communication channels
- monitor stock level
Sources for this job· O*NET 53-7062.00· ESCO/ISCO 9333