Automation index
How much of a SEO specialist’s job can AI already do?
Today an AI can already knock out copy, outlines, reports, and a lot of the prep. Deciding what matters, and what moves the business, is another story.
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Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
SEO specialist
39%
AI can already do 39% of this job.
#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
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Cashier
30%
#48 / 623
View rankingCashier
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Receive payment by cash, check, credit cards, vouchers, or automatic debits.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 9% | 28% | +2.5 |
Issue receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Greet customers entering establishments.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Answer incoming phone calls.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Establish or identify prices of goods, services, or admission, and tabulate bills, using calculators, cash registers, or optical price scanners.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Compute and record totals of transactions.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 55% | +3.3 |
Request information or assistance, using paging systems.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Answer customers' questions, and provide information on procedures or policies.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. | 47% | 28% | +13.2 |
| Total | 100% | 30% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- customer service
- operate cash point
- use different communication channels
- apply numeracy skills
- process refunds
- ensure client orientation
- process payments
- provide customer follow-up services
- issue sales invoices
- manage theft prevention
Sources for this job· O*NET 41-2011.00· ESCO/ISCO 5230