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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.
It does not measure how many roles are at risk.
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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?
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