Automation index
How much of a IT support’s job can AI already do?
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.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
IT support
30%
AI can already do 30% of this job.
#54 / 623
View rankingIT support
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Answer user inquiries regarding computer software or hardware operation to resolve problems.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 17% | 28% | +4.8 |
Oversee the daily performance of computer systems.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 15% | 28% | +4.2 |
Read technical manuals, confer with users, or conduct computer diagnostics to investigate and resolve problems or to provide technical assistance and support.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 28% | +3.9 |
Maintain records of daily data communication transactions, problems and remedial actions taken, or installation activities.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 13% | 55% | +7.2 |
Set up equipment for employee use, performing or ensuring proper installation of cables, operating systems, or appropriate software.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Install and perform minor repairs to hardware, software, or peripheral equipment, following design or installation specifications.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Confer with staff, users, and management to establish requirements for new systems or modifications.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Enter commands and observe system functioning to verify correct operations and detect errors.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 28% | +1.4 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 15% | 28% | +4.2 |
| Total | 100% | 30% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- characteristics of products
- organisational structure
- product comprehension
- keep up to date on product knowledge
- create solutions to problems
- communicate with customers
- manage staff
- use ICT ticketing system
- educate on data confidentiality
- forecast workload
Sources for this job· O*NET 15-1232.00· ESCO/ISCO 3512
IS WORK OVER?
Dry cleaner
22%
#360 / 623
View rankingDry cleaner
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Card, fibre and pretreatment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 40% | +6.4 |
Machine, solvent and the delicate garment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
Press, the finish and the one that marks.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Job, the groom and the one who wants it now.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
The old stain and not promising miracles.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 18% | +3.2 |
Lift the stain, and not eating the colour.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
| Total | 100% | 22% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- pretreat stains
- solvents
- press
- delicates
- job cards
- finish
- fibres
- old stains
Sources for this job· O*NET 51-6011.00· ESCO/ISCO 9121