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Can AI do the work of a Executive assistant?
Today an AI can already handle the first pass: repeat tickets, stock emails, a simple reset. The odd case, the angry customer, and fraud still need a person.
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Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Executive assistant
34%
AI or a robot can already do 34% of this job.
#19 / 103
View rankingExecutive assistant
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 phone calls and direct calls to appropriate parties or take messages.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 13% | 28% | +3.6 |
Manage and maintain executives' schedules.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Open, sort, and distribute incoming correspondence, including faxes and email.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 55% | +5 |
Perform general office duties, such as ordering supplies, maintaining records management database systems, and performing basic bookkeeping work.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 55% | +5 |
Prepare invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements, and other documents, using word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 22% | +1.5 |
Prepare responses to correspondence containing routine inquiries.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Coordinate and direct office services, such as records, departmental finances, budget preparation, personnel issues, and housekeeping, to aid executives.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 55% | +3.9 |
Greet visitors and determine whether they should be given access to specific individuals.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. | 31% | 28% | +8.7 |
| Total | 100% | 35% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- company policies
- translate keywords into full texts
- perform business research
- use spreadsheets software
- coordinate events
- organise travel arrangements for staff
- use different communication channels
- process commissioned instructions
- manage office facility systems
- use office systems
Sources for this job· O*NET 43-6011.00· ESCO/ISCO 3343
IS WORK OVER?
Logistics coordinator
28%
#56 / 103
View rankingLogistics coordinator
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Maintain and develop positive business relationships with a customer's key personnel involved in, or directly relevant to, a logistics activity.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Develop an understanding of customers' needs and take actions to ensure that such needs are met.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Direct availability and allocation of materials, supplies, and finished products.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Direct team activities, establishing task priorities, scheduling and tracking work assignments, providing guidance, and ensuring the availability of resources.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Protect and control proprietary materials.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Explain proposed solutions to customers, management, or other interested parties through written proposals and oral presentations.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 22% | +1.1 |
Manage subcontractor activities, reviewing proposals, developing performance specifications, and serving as liaisons between subcontractors and organizations.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Perform managerial duties such as hiring and training employees and overseeing facility needs or requirements.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. | 40% | 28% | +11.2 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- multimodal transport logistics
- markets for modes of transport
- comply with railway safety standards
- resolve shipment issues
- track shipments
- use different communication channels
- handle shipment risks
- negotiate logistics services
- analyse transportation costs
- apply transportation management concepts
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-1081.00· ESCO/ISCO 4323