According to the study conducted with Deep Research, 20 jobs involving primarily technical skills that can be automated have been identified as at risk. Some examples cited with high replacement probabilities include:
- Tax preparer (98% probability of replacement)
- Data entry clerk
- Translator
- Proofreader
- Accountant
- Social media manager
- Market research analyst, etc.
These professions share a common theme: they involve analytical or routine tasks that AI can perform autonomously and efficiently.
Irreplaceable human skills:
The article, however, stresses that technical skills are not the only important factors in these roles. Abilities such as critical thinking, communication, conflict resolution, and leadership remain key advantages that AI cannot replicate. These interpersonal skills might help preserve many jobs despite technological advancements.
Large-scale AI adoption:
While AI has the potential to excel at these tasks, several barriers still slow its large-scale adoption in businesses, as noted in a report by Accenture. These obstacles include:
- A lack of clarity about return on investment (ROI);
- Infrastructure limitations;
- Employees’ reluctance to integrate AI tools into their workflow.
Deep Research alternatives:
For those interested in testing this technology, the study mentions that OpenAI’s Pro version of Deep Research is available with a $200/month subscription. Alternative solutions are also suggested:
- Access via Google’s Gemini Advanced with a Google One AI Premium subscription at $20/month;
- A free alternative demo by Hugging Face.
