The work this job is made of, grouped and scored on how much of its output software can produce today, then linked to what addresses it. What is left over is the job. The full activity list is underneath.
Automatability scores estimate how much of a task an agent can reliably do today, grounded in O*NET task data. They are not predictions of job loss.
The most automatable work in this job, and the one tool we would use for each. Every task has a page of its own with the reasoning and every occupation that does it.
All 20 detailed work activities O*NET records for Switchboard Operators, Including Answering Service, grouped by how much of each one software can take on. Every row has its own page.
| Activity | Jobs |
|---|---|
| Prepare documentation for contracts, transactions, or regulatory compliance | 28 |
| Execute sales or other financial transactions | 21 |
| Proofread documents, records, or other files to ensure accuracy | 17 |
| File documents or records | 17 |
| Sort mail | 16 |
| Type documents | 8 |
| Prepare cash for deposit or disbursement | 8 |
| Maintain call records | 3 |
| Activity | Jobs |
|---|---|
| Order materials, supplies, or equipment | 71 |
| Collect deposits, payments or fees | 27 |
| Answer telephones to direct calls or provide information | 25 |
| Schedule appointments | 20 |
| Refer customers to appropriate personnel | 14 |
| Answer customer questions about goods or services | 13 |
| Relay information between personnel | 7 |
| Activity | Jobs |
|---|---|
| Greet customers, patrons, or visitors | 21 |
| Operate communications equipment or systems | 12 |
| Maintain security | 10 |
| Operate audio recording equipment | 6 |
| Monitor alarm systems | 4 |