Automation index
How much of a Switchboard operator’s job can AI already do?
A switchboard comes earlier. Putting the call through without hanging up on the one who waits do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Switchboard operator
27%
AI can already do 27% of this job.
#187 / 633
View rankingSwitchboard operator
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Board, destinations and the shift.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 48% | +8.6 |
The call, the one who is out and the message.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 40% | +6.4 |
Emergencies, the anger and not losing it.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Directory, changes and not putting through wrong.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
The peak, the queues and not hanging up.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
Put it through, and not hanging up on the one who waits.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- switchboard
- destinations
- messages
- directory
- call queues
- emergencies
- telephony shifts
- extension changes
Sources for this job· O*NET 43-2021.00· ESCO/ISCO 4223
IS WORK OVER?
IT support
30%
#54 / 633
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