Automation index
How much of a Order picker’s job can AI already do?
Voice picking comes earlier. Hitting the SKU without leaving a lame pallet do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Order picker
22%
AI can already do 22% of this job.
#364 / 633
View rankingOrder picker
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
List, location and the scan.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 48% | +7.7 |
Aisle, height and the parcel that will not fit.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 22% | 10% | +2.2 |
Errors, the short and calling it.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Pace, the shift and the pallet that goes.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Peaks, Black Friday and not mixing orders.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 18% | +2.9 |
Hit the SKU, and not leaving a lame pallet.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 12% | +1.7 |
| Total | 100% | 22% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- picking
- scan locations
- shorts
- build pallets
- warehouse aisles
- order peaks
- SKUs
- voice picking
Sources for this job· O*NET 53-7062.00· ESCO/ISCO 4321
IS WORK OVER?
Delivery driver
28%
#117 / 633
View rankingDelivery driver
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Obey traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 13% | 28% | +3.6 |
Read maps and follow written or verbal geographic directions.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Verify the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Load and unload trucks, vans, or automobiles.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Drive vehicles with capacities under three tons to transport materials to and from specified destinations, such as railroad stations, plants, residences, offices, or within industrial yards.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Present bills and receipts and collect payments for goods delivered or loaded.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 22% | +1.5 |
Inspect and maintain vehicle supplies and equipment, such as gas, oil, water, tires, lights, or brakes, to ensure that vehicles are in proper working condition.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Turn in receipts and money received from deliveries.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 26% | 28% | +7.3 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- geographic areas
- road traffic laws
- communicate with customers
- act reliably
- drive in urban areas
- ensure the integrity of mail
- use geographic information systems
- establish daily priorities
- analyse ways to reduce travel time
- interpret traffic signals
Sources for this job· O*NET 53-3033.00· ESCO/ISCO 8321