Automation index
How much of a GIS technician’s job can AI already do?
A clip and a shapefile come earlier. The map matching the ground do not.
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Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
GIS technician
28%
AI can already do 28% of this job.
#122 / 623
View rankingGIS technician
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Layers, projections and the geoprocess.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 52% | +9.4 |
Quality, topology and the attribute error.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 40% | +6.4 |
Field, GPS and what the satellite misses.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Publish, services and the viewer that dies.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
The client, the deadline and the layer that does not exist.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
That it matches the ground, and not mixing datums.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- GIS layers
- geoprocesses
- projections
- topology
- field GPS
- publish services
- shapefiles
- datums
Sources for this job· O*NET 15-1299.00· ESCO/ISCO 2165
IS WORK OVER?
SEO specialist
39%
#9 / 623
View rankingSEO specialist
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Devise and evaluate methods and procedures for collecting data, such as surveys, opinion polls, or questionnaires, or arrange to obtain existing data.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 28% | +5 |
Conduct research on consumer opinions and marketing strategies, collaborating with marketing professionals, statisticians, pollsters, and other professionals.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 17% | 48% | +8.2 |
Collect and analyze data on customer demographics, preferences, needs, and buying habits to identify potential markets and factors affecting product demand.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 48% | +5.3 |
Monitor industry statistics and follow trends in trade literature.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
| Prepare reports of findings, illustrating data graphically and translating complex findings into written text. | 10% | 72% | +7.2 |
Measure and assess customer and employee satisfaction.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Measure the effectiveness of marketing, advertising, and communications programs and strategies.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Gather data on competitors and analyze their prices, sales, and method of marketing and distribution.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 48% | +2.9 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 28% | +3.9 |
| Total | 100% | 39% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 10% · Estimate: 90% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- online ads campaign techniques
- web strategy assessment
- content marketing strategy
- e-commerce systems
- company policies
- perform online data analysis
- implement marketing strategies
- creatively use digital technologies
- manage budgets
- execute email marketing
Sources for this job· O*NET 13-1161.00· ESCO/ISCO 2431