Will AI replace Estimators, valuers and assessors?

Not as a job, but it is already doing parts of the work. Across the 151 official task statements scored for Estimators, valuers and assessors (United Kingdom, SOC 3541), 40% of the importance-weighted core work is made of tasks today's AI could already do most of. The overall exposure score is 48 out of 100 (range 42–53, band: partial). That is a statement about tasks, not about headcount: this measures what AI could do, not whether any employer adopts it, whether the law allows it, or whether doing the routine parts faster creates more demand for the human parts. Figures are from release 2026-q4.1.

Which tasks in “Estimators, valuers and assessors” can AI already do?

The highest-scoring tasks in release 2026-q4.1 are: “Analyse metered data to track energy consumption and identify trends” (93/100, very high); “Benchmark energy consumptions against best practice guidelines” (93/100, very high); “Produce a cost summary for each construction project” (93/100, very high). Each score comes from five published 0–4 ratings turned into a number by a published formula, and each carries the model's one-sentence reason on the page.

Which tasks in “Estimators, valuers and assessors” stay human?

About 40% of this job's task weight sits in work that scores low for AI exposure. The lowest-scoring tasks in release 2026-q4.1 are: “Identify and evaluate the condition of safety-related systems in cars, such as airbags and tyres, applying current H&S legislation” (0/100, minimal); “Make use of manual and digital image technology to record areas of damage identified” (0/100, minimal); “Inspect personal or business property” (0/100, minimal). Low scores usually mean the task needs a body in a room, a legally accountable human, or trust built in real time. Those are the three things the scoring rubric treats as gates rather than obstacles.

What should someone working in “Estimators, valuers and assessors” do about AI?

Start from the ledger rather than the headline: 40% of this job's weighted core work is exposed, and roughly 40% is not. The practical move is to spend more of your week on the tasks that score low, the ones above, and to get fluent at directing AI through the tasks that score high, because those are the parts that change whether or not you are ready for them. This page does not predict your job, and nothing here is career advice tailored to you: the score describes the occupation, not the person.

How is the AI exposure score for Estimators, valuers and assessors calculated?

Each official task statement for the occupation is rated on five published 0–4 dimensions (output replicability, physical embodiment, licensed accountability, real-time human trust, and data availability) by claude-opus-5 using scoring prompt task_scoring_v1.0. The model never writes the score; a published formula turns the five ratings into a 0–100 number, so every score can be recomputed by hand. The occupation figure is the importance-weighted mean across 151 scored tasks. The prompt, the rubric, the formula and the full dataset are published at https://futureproof.collab365.com/method and https://futureproof.collab365.com/data/2026-q4.1 under CC BY 4.0.

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Estimators, valuers and assessors

producing a cost summary for each construction project, assessing commercial sites for equipment installation to reduce peak period electricity consumption and discussing damage and repairs with stakeholders. If that's your week, this page is about your job.

The honest answer

This job is splitting in two: preparing insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations is work AI now does quickly and cheaply, and attending the site of a loss to survey and assess the damage is work it can't touch.

Your move: what you can actually do about this ↓

Where the work sits, by task weight

shifting to AI: 40%
changing shape: 21%
staying human: 40%

These bars are tasks changing hands, not people being counted out. The ledger below shows which.

Whole-job exposure score 48 out of 100 (42–53 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, across 151 scored tasks. The number is the support for the sentence above it, not a headline about anyone’s future.

How we know this

What is measured: Every published task statement for estimators, valuers and assessors is rated on five dimensions: can a model produce the output, does the work need a body in a room, does it need a legally accountable person, does it depend on a person being trusted in the moment, and how much data exists. A published formula turns those five ratings into the score; the model never writes the number.

How the bar is built: Each task’s share of the bar is its published importance weight, so a task you do all day counts for more than one you do twice a year.

Release: 2026-q4.1, scores computed 2026-08-04. Read the full method.

Which half fills your week decides your exposure. Moving toward the second half is a real, doable plan.

Your week, as this page understands it

Estimators, valuers and assessors plan and undertake the calculation of probable costs of civil, mechanical, electrical, electronic and other projects, estimate the value of property and chattels, and investigate insurance claims to assess their validity and to assign liability. The job title says “estimators”, “valuers” or “assessors”: officially one job, several names. The real job is the part underneath: attending the site of a loss to survey and assess the damage. That is the thing someone has to be right about.

The exposed part of this job is specific, and we won’t pretend it is coming back. But estimators, valuers and assessors is not one task. It is 151 scored ones, and they are nowhere near equally exposed. The most durable of them, on this evidence, is attending the site of a loss to survey and assess the damage, and the ledger below shows exactly why.

Where the work sits, by task weight

shifting to AI: 40%
changing shape: 21%
staying human: 40%

These bars are tasks changing hands, not people being counted out. The ledger below shows which.

How we know this

How the bar is built: Each task’s share of the bar is its published importance weight, so a task you do all day counts for more than one you do twice a year.

Release: 2026-q4.1, scores computed 2026-08-04. Read the full method.

Your job, task by task

These are the official task statements for this occupation, in plain English, sorted by what the evidence says is happening to each one. The official wording sits under every line so you can check the rewrite against it.

47 of this occupation's scored task statements carry a score that was measured under a different occupation's context, because the statement is shared between jobs and has only been scored once so far. Each one names the occupation it was measured under in the free routes below; none is presented as a measurement for this job.
Task clusters are not derived in this release, so the task-cluster field is empty and no Collab365 Space routing is attached to this occupation yet.

Shifting to AI

59 tasks

Tasks today’s tools can already do most of. This is the part we will not soften: where these rows are the bulk of your week, the week changes.

Preparing insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations
This is reading one thing and writing another: insurance forms in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 50 · 3541/03, 3541/05
Source: “Prepare insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 81 out of 100 (77–85 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Estimating software produces the repair costs and fills the insurance forms from the damage details.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Producing a cost summary for each construction project
This is reading one thing and writing another: a cost summary in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 95 · 3541/02
Source: “Produce a cost summary for each construction project.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: A cost summary is assembled from figures already in the estimate, which spreadsheets and AI do reliably.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Applying accurate and appropriate estimated times for method and duration for repair
This is reading one thing and writing another: accurate in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 95 · 3541/05
Source: “Apply accurate and appropriate estimated times for method and duration for repair.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Repair methods and times come from industry databases, which software applies consistently.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Writing full and detailed reports
This is reading one thing and writing another: full in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 95 · 3541/03
Source: “Write full and detailed reports for insurers, including recommendations for settlement.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 81 out of 100 (77–85 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Writing up findings and a settlement recommendation is structured report writing that AI drafts strongly.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.

Changing shape

31 tasks

Tasks where the machine takes the producing and a person keeps the checking, the deciding, or the answering-for-it. For most jobs this is the biggest group, and it is where "transformation, not termination" is literally visible.

Advising clients on improving energy efficiency
The software now makes the first pass at clients, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 95 · 3541/01
Source: “Advise clients on improving energy efficiency.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Energy efficiency advice is thoroughly documented, so software can produce tailored recommendations from a building's data.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Producing recommendations for enhancing energy performance
The software now makes the first pass at recommendations, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 95 · 3541/01
Source: “Produce recommendations for enhancing energy performance.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: The recommendations follow published methods, but a formally accredited assessor must issue them for them to count.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Assessing the cost and duration of a repair
The software now makes the first pass at the cost, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 95 · 3541/05
Source: “Assess the cost and duration of a repair.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Repair costs and timings come from published schedules of rates, which software applies quickly once the damage is known.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.

Staying human

61 tasks

Tasks that stay with a person, because they happen in the physical world, because the rules need someone accountable, or because the value is that a specific person does them.

Investigating and assessing damage to property to determine insurance claims
This work happens in the physical world: damage, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 95 · 3541/03
Source: “Investigate and assess damage to property to determine insurance claims.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 21 out of 100 (14–28 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Some assessment can be done from photographs and documents, but serious damage is usually inspected in person.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Inspecting damaged vehicle to determine extent of various types of damage
This work happens in the physical world: damaged vehicle, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 95 · 3541/05
Source: “Inspect damaged vehicle to determine extent of various types of damage.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 19 out of 100 (12–26 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Damage assessment from photographs is now good, but someone must see the vehicle to be sure.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Carrying out detailed inspections of properties to evaluate energy efficiency
This work happens in the physical world: detailed inspections of properties, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 95 · 3541/01
Source: “Carry out detailed inspections of properties to evaluate energy efficiency.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 8 out of 100 (4–12 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: An energy inspection means walking the property, and the certificate must come from an accredited assessor.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.

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Analysing metered data to track energy consumption and identify trends
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: metered data in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 90 · 3541/01
Source: “Analyse metered data to track energy consumption and identify trends.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Half-hourly meter data is structured and abundant, so trend analysis runs almost entirely in software.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Benchmarking energy consumptions against best practice guidelines
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: energy consumptions against best practice guidelines in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 3541/01
Source: “Benchmark energy consumptions against best practice guidelines.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Comparing measured consumption against published benchmarks is a straightforward calculation that software does faster and more consistently than by hand.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Calculating cost estimates for labour and materials
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: cost estimates in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 90 · 3541/02
Source: “Calculate cost estimates for labour and materials.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Costing labour and materials from rates and quantities is spreadsheet arithmetic.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Calculating the cost of materials
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: the cost of materials in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3541/02
Source: “Calculate the cost of materials, transport, labour and equipment hire.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Costing materials, transport, labour and hire is arithmetic against price lists, which software handles accurately.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Collating detailed price lists for construction projects
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: detailed price lists in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 3541/02
Source: “Collate detailed price lists for construction projects.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Collating and maintaining price lists is data handling that software does faster and more consistently.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Preparing cost and expenditure statements at regular intervals for the project
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: cost in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3541/02
Source: “Prepare cost and expenditure statements at regular intervals for the project.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Regular cost statements come straight out of the accounting data, which software produces reliably.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Entering insurance- and claims-related information into database systems
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: insurance- in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3541/03
Source: “Enter insurance- and claims-related information into database systems.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Typing claim details into a database is the plainest form of data entry, and systems already capture most of it.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Locating and recording data on sales of comparable property using specialised software and internet searches
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: data in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 3541/04
Source: “Locate and record data on sales of comparable property using specialised software and internet searches.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Finding comparable sales through databases and searches is exactly what software does best.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Analysing market trends to adjust pricing and stock levels accordingly
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: market trends in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 3541/04
Source: “Analyse market trends to adjust pricing and stock levels accordingly.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Analysing market trends to set prices and stock levels is data analysis software does very well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Creating and maintaining a database of completed valuations
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: a database of completed valuations in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 3541/04
Source: “Create and maintain a database of completed valuations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Building and maintaining a valuations database is routine data work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Writing descriptions of the property
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: descriptions of the property in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 50 · 3541/04
Source: “Write descriptions of the property being appraised.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Writing property descriptions from recorded details is exactly the sort of drafting AI does at high quality.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Assessing the current market value of vehicles using industry proprietary guides
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: the current market value of vehicles in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3541/05
Source: “Assess the current market value of vehicles using industry proprietary guides.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 93 out of 100 (89–97 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Looking up a vehicle's market value in industry guides is a database query.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Keeping up to date with inflation
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: to date in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3541/02
Source: “Keep up to date with inflation, exchange rates and projected timescale costs.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 83 out of 100 (79–87 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Inflation, exchange rates and cost indices are public data that AI tools track continuously.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 4/4.
Checking that claims against policies are reasonable
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: claims against policies are reasonable in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3541/03
Source: “Check that claims against policies are reasonable.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 81 out of 100 (77–85 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Comparing a claim against the policy wording is exactly the kind of checking software does quickly and consistently.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Ensuring settlements are made according to company practices and procedures
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: settlements are made in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3541/03
Source: “Ensure settlements are made according to company practices and procedures.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 81 out of 100 (77–85 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Checking settlements against company procedure is rule matching, well suited to automated checks.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Escalating suspicious insurance claims within the organisation or to relevant bodies like the police and Action Fraud
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: suspicious insurance claims within the organisation in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 3541/03
Source: “Escalate suspicious insurance claims within the organisation or to relevant bodies like the police and Action Fraud.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 81 out of 100 (77–85 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Spotting claims that look wrong and flagging them is pattern detection that software already does well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Referring questionable claims to investigator for investigation
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: questionable claims in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3541/03
Source: “Refer questionable claims to investigator for investigation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 81 out of 100 (77–85 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Applying referral criteria and passing a claim on is a routine routing decision.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Preparing repair cost estimates to provide accurate insurance claims and repair plans
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: repair cost estimates in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 95 · 3541/05
Source: “Prepare repair cost estimates to provide accurate insurance claims and repair plans.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 81 out of 100 (77–85 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Estimating systems calculate repair costs from the recorded damage and produce the claim figures.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Assessing practicality of repair versus payment of market value of vehicle before accident
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: practicality of repair versus payment of market value in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 90 · 3541/05
Source: “Assess practicality of repair versus payment of market value of vehicle before accident.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 81 out of 100 (77–85 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Comparing repair cost against pre-accident value is a calculation the estimating system already performs.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Determining salvage value on total-loss vehicle
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: salvage value in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 3541/05
Source: “Determine salvage value on total-loss vehicle.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 81 out of 100 (77–85 allowing for uncertainty): very high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Salvage values come from published market data, which software looks up and applies reliably.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Arranging for photographs of the property to be taken
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: photographs of the property in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 50 · 3541/04
Source: “Arrange for photographs of the property to be taken.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 79 out of 100 (75–83 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Booking a photographer and arranging access is straightforward scheduling and correspondence.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing strategies to reduce energy consumption
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: strategies in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 95 · 3541/01
Source: “Develop strategies to reduce energy consumption.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Energy reduction strategies are written from consumption data and well documented measures.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Developing cost estimates and analysing quotes from subcontractors and suppliers
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: cost estimates in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 90 · 3541/02
Source: “Develop cost estimates and analyse quotes from subcontractors and suppliers.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (68–82 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Building cost estimates and comparing quotes is structured number work that software does well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Evaluating materials and costs in accordance with project budgets
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: materials in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3541/02
Source: “Evaluate materials and costs in accordance with project budgets.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (68–82 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Checking materials and costs against a budget is arithmetic and comparison against records.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Setting up cost monitoring systems
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: cost monitoring systems in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3541/02
Source: “Set up cost monitoring systems.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (68–82 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Setting up cost tracking is configuring reports and rules, well within what software does.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Collecting historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future products
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: historical cost data in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 3541/02
Source: “Collect historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future products.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (68–82 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Gathering past cost data and applying it to new work is straightforward analysis of existing records.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Obtaining quotes for proposed purchases from suppliers
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: quotes in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 3541/02
Source: “Obtain quotes for proposed purchases from suppliers.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (68–82 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Requesting and comparing supplier quotes is routine procurement admin AI does well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Reviewing material and labour requirements to decide whether it is more cost-effective to produce or purchase components
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: material in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 3541/02
Source: “Review material and labour requirements to decide whether it is more cost-effective to produce or purchase components.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (68–82 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Comparing the cost of making something versus buying it is a clear calculation from available figures.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Filling in project documentation at the relevant stages of the survey project
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: project documentation in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 3541/02
Source: “Fill in project documentation at the relevant stages of the survey project.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (68–82 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Completing project documentation at each stage is structured writing software drafts reliably.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Planning timescales and the resources
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: timescales in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 3541/02
Source: “Plan timescales and the resources needed.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (68–82 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Draft plans generate quickly, but realistic timings depend on knowing what this particular team can deliver.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Organising findings from investigations and books into comprehensive reports
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: findings in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 3541/03
Source: “Organise findings from investigations and books into comprehensive reports.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Turning gathered findings into an organised report is document work that software now does quickly and to a good standard.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Compiling and preparing reports required by management
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: reports in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 50 · 3541/03
Source: “Compile and prepare reports required by management.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Management reports are compiled from data the organisation already holds, which software does quickly.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Maintaining claim files, such as records of settled claims and an inventory of claims requiring detailed analysis
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: claim files in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 50 · 3541/03
Source: “Maintain claim files, such as records of settled claims and an inventory of claims requiring detailed analysis.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Keeping claim files and an inventory of cases needing analysis is routine record-keeping in the claims system.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Estimating costs of repairs based on parts and labour requirements
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: costs of repairs in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 95 · 3541/05
Source: “Estimate costs of repairs based on parts and labour requirements.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (71–79 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Repair estimates come straight from parts prices and published labour times.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 4/4.
Using estimating software to accurately interpret and applying project estimates
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: software in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 3541/05
Source: “Use estimating software to accurately interpret and apply project estimates.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 75 out of 100 (68–82 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Interpreting and applying estimates in software is structured calculation work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Logging information on a computer to obtain the energy efficiency rating and produce an Energy Performance Certificate
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: information in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 95 · 3541/01
Source: “Log information on a computer to obtain the energy efficiency rating and produce an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC).” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 69 out of 100 (62–76 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Once the measurements are in, the rating is calculated by software; accreditation is what keeps a person in the loop.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Calculating final property values considering depreciation
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: final property values considering depreciation in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 90 · 3541/04
Source: “Calculate final property values considering depreciation, replacement costs, and income potential.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 69 out of 100 (62–76 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Depreciation, replacement cost and income calculations are arithmetic, though the final figure carries professional responsibility.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Preparing detailed valuation reports for underwriters
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: detailed valuation reports in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 90 · 3541/04
Source: “Prepare detailed valuation reports for underwriters.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 69 out of 100 (62–76 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Valuation reports follow a set structure and can be drafted from the figures, with a qualified valuer answerable.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Recording the correct vehicle identification and model details
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: the correct vehicle identification in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3541/05
Source: “Record the correct vehicle identification and model details.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 69 out of 100 (65–73 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Reading and recording vehicle identification details is a lookup, though someone has to see the vehicle.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 4/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Calculating potential energy savings for specific systems or projects
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: potential energy savings in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3541/01
Source: “Calculate potential energy savings for specific systems or projects.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Energy savings are calculated from documented methods and measured data, which software does quickly and consistently.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Preparing energy-related project reports and documentation
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: energy-related project reports in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3541/01
Source: “Prepare energy-related project reports and documentation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Energy reports follow standard formats and draw on measured data, so software can produce most of the document.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Verifying that insurance policies cover claims
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: insurance policies cover claims in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3541/03
Source: “Verify that insurance policies cover claims.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Comparing a claim against policy wording is a documented reading task that software handles well, with a person confirming the outcome.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Handling personal, confidential and sensitive information with strict adherence to legal and organisational confidentiality policies
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: personal, confidential and sensitive information in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3541/03
Source: “Handle personal, confidential, and sensitive information with strict adherence to legal and organisational confidentiality policies.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Confidentiality rules are written down and largely enforced by systems, so most of the routine handling can be automated safely.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Reviewing police reports and medical treatment records to determine liability extent
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: police reports in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3541/03
Source: “Review police reports and medical treatment records to determine liability extent.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Reading police and medical records to work out who is liable is document analysis AI does well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Reporting overpayments, underpayments and other irregularities
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: overpayments, underpayments and other irregularities in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 60 · 3541/03
Source: “Report overpayments, underpayments, and other irregularities.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Spotting over- and underpayments is reconciliation work software does faster and more reliably.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Examining titles to property to determine validity
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: titles in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 50 · 3541/03
Source: “Examine titles to property to determine validity.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (59–73 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Land Registry titles are digital and structured, so software can check them reliably, with the legal opinion given elsewhere.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Drafting and writing research reports for fund manager or client
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: research reports in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 50 · 3541/04
Source: “Draft and write research reports for fund manager or client use.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 66 out of 100 (62–70 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Research reports follow a familiar structure and draw on documented data, so software can produce a strong draft for review.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Identifying appropriate community funding approaches and overseeing project funding processes
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: appropriate community funding approaches in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 50 · 3541/01
Source: “Identify appropriate community funding approaches and oversee project funding processes.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 64 out of 100 (57–71 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Finding and tracking funding routes is document research and form-filling, which software handles well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Calculating and providing cost quotes for projects
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: cost quotes in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 95 · 3541/02
Source: “Calculate and provide cost quotes for projects.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 64 out of 100 (60–68 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Pricing a job from drawings, rates and quantities is calculation work software does well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Preparing and submitting bids for new contracts
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: bids in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3541/02
Source: “Prepare and submit bids for new contracts.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 64 out of 100 (57–71 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Bid documents follow familiar formats and are assembled from costings and past submissions.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Monitoring projects to ensure costs are kept in line with forecasts
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: projects in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 3541/02
Source: “Monitor projects to ensure costs are kept in line with forecasts.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 64 out of 100 (57–71 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Comparing spend against forecast is reporting work software does well, though chasing the reasons involves people.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Preparing estimates to meet specific customer needs
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: estimates in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 80 · 3541/02
Source: “Prepare estimates to meet specific customer needs.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 64 out of 100 (57–71 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Building a quote from prices and requirements is calculation work that quoting software already does.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Supporting procurement activities by evaluating suppliers
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: procurement activities in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 70 · 3541/02
Source: “Support procurement activities by evaluating suppliers.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 64 out of 100 (57–71 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Scoring suppliers against criteria is structured comparison work software handles well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Identifying issues and concerns and recommending actions for resolution
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: issues in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 85 · 3541/03
Source: “Identify issues and concerns, and recommend actions for resolution.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 64 out of 100 (57–71 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Spotting issues in documented information and suggesting fixes is exactly the kind of analysis software now does well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Contacting claimants to get additional information
shifting to AI
This is reading one thing and writing another: claimants in, a record out. That is the shape today's tools are built for.
importance 75 · 3541/03
Source: “Contact claimants to get additional information.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 64 out of 100 (60–68 allowing for uncertainty): high exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Chasing missing details is mostly templated contact; only the odd awkward case needs a person to pick up the phone.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Preparing estimates for time, cost, materials and labour from blueprints and documentation
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at estimates, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 90 · 3541/02
Source: “Prepare estimates for time, cost, materials, and labour from blueprints and documentation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 58 out of 100 (51–65 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Pulling quantities and costs out of drawings and documents still needs an experienced eye on the detail.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Assessing the levels of risk on a project
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The software now makes the first pass at the levels of risk, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 3541/02
Source: “Assess the levels of risk on a project.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 58 out of 100 (51–65 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Risk registers and cost data are documented and software drafts them well, though the judgement on this project remains the assessor's.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Communicating with reinsurance brokers to obtain information necessary for processing claims
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at reinsurance brokers, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 60 · 3541/03
Source: “Communicate with reinsurance brokers to obtain information necessary for processing claims.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 57 out of 100 (50–64 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Requesting and chasing information from reinsurance brokers is routine correspondence that can be drafted and tracked automatically.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Identifying and prioritising energy-saving measures
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The software now makes the first pass at measures, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 90 · 3541/01
Source: “Identify and prioritise energy-saving measures.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Ranking savings measures follows documented methods, but the shortlist depends on what someone has seen at the building.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Determining patterns of building use to identify annual or monthly heating
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The software now makes the first pass at patterns, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 3541/01
Source: “Determine patterns of building use to identify annual or monthly heating, cooling, lighting, or other energy needs.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Usage patterns come out of meter and booking data, which software reads well, with occasional checks on site.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Identifying methods to boost energy efficiency in commercial building HVAC systems
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The software now makes the first pass at methods, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 3541/01
Source: “Identify methods to boost energy efficiency in commercial building HVAC systems.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Heating and cooling efficiency options are thoroughly documented, so software can shortlist them for an engineer to check.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Evaluating the technical feasibility of energy-saving measures based on engineering and energy use knowledge
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The software now makes the first pass at the technical feasibility of energy-saving measures, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 3541/01
Source: “Evaluate the technical feasibility of energy-saving measures based on engineering and energy use knowledge.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Feasibility judgements draw on well-documented engineering rules, though site specifics come from someone who has been there.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Evaluating energy usage in manufacturing processes
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The software now makes the first pass at energy usage, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 70 · 3541/01
Source: “Evaluate energy usage in manufacturing processes.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Energy use in manufacturing is assessed from metered and process data.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Authorising payment of valid claims to settle insurance disputes
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The software now makes the first pass at payment of valid claims, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 90 · 3541/03
Source: “Authorise payment of valid claims to settle insurance disputes.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Straightforward claims can be approved automatically, but releasing money is a decision a regulated firm answers for.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Assisting businesses in quantifying income loss during premises closure for repairs
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The software now makes the first pass at businesses, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 3541/03
Source: “Assist businesses in quantifying income loss during premises closure for repairs.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Quantifying lost income from trading records is accounts analysis that software performs well.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Advising clients on how to reduce the risk of future insurance claims
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The software now makes the first pass at clients, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 3541/03
Source: “Advise clients on how to reduce the risk of future insurance claims.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Loss prevention advice draws on well-documented risk guidance, so software can tailor sound recommendations from claims history.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Carrying out business and insurance valuations
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The software now makes the first pass at business, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 3541/04
Source: “Carry out business and insurance valuations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Business and insurance valuations follow documented methods, but the figure is one a qualified valuer stands behind.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Ensuring property transactions comply with legal requirements
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The software now makes the first pass at property transactions, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 70 · 3541/04
Source: “Ensure property transactions comply with legal requirements.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Compliance checks follow published rules, but the agent remains answerable for the transaction being lawful.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Recording vehicle mileage
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The software now makes the first pass at vehicle mileage, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 70 · 3541/05
Source: “Record vehicle mileage.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 56 out of 100 (49–63 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Mileage is captured automatically by fleet systems, though logging it still means looking at the vehicle.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Communicating with suppliers and clients for project cost estimation
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The software now makes the first pass at suppliers, but the part that matters is a person saying it and standing behind it. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 85 · 3541/02
Source: “Communicate with suppliers and clients for project cost estimation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 53 out of 100 (46–60 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Enquiries to suppliers and clients can be drafted automatically, though pricing conversations often depend on the relationship.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Answering clients' questions regarding bids
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The software now makes the first pass at clients' questions regarding bids, but the part that matters is a person saying it and standing behind it. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 70 · 3541/02
Source: “Answer clients' questions regarding bids.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 53 out of 100 (46–60 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Common questions about bids can be answered automatically, but buyers usually want to talk to someone.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Conducting special studies to develop standard hour and related cost data
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The software now makes the first pass at special studies, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 50 · 3541/02
Source: “Conduct special studies to develop standard hour and related cost data.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 51 out of 100 (44–58 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Working out standard hours and cost data is analysis, though gathering it can mean watching the work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Organising any salvage work, building repairs or clean-up operations that need to take place
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The software now makes the first pass at any salvage work, building repairs or clean-up operations, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 75 · 3541/03
Source: “Organise any salvage work, building repairs or clean-up operations that need to take place.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 48 out of 100 (41–55 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Arranging salvage, repairs and clean-up is scheduling and contractor management, though the work happens on site.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Obtaining client authorisation to proceed with vehicle repairs
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at client authorisation, but the part that matters is a person saying it and standing behind it. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 3541/05
Source: “Obtain client authorisation to proceed with vehicle repairs.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 46 out of 100 (39–53 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Authorisation requests can be generated, but the customer usually wants to talk before agreeing to the work.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Assessing potential solar installation sites to determine feasibility and design requirements
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at potential solar installation sites, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 3541/01
Source: “Assess potential solar installation sites to determine feasibility and design requirements.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 43 out of 100 (36–50 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Aerial imagery and design tools do much of the feasibility work, but certified schemes need a qualified person's design sign-off.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Managing competitive tendering exercises
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The software now makes the first pass at competitive tendering exercises, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 55 · 3541/02
Source: “Manage competitive tendering exercises.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 43 out of 100 (36–50 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Tender documents and scoring can be largely automated, but a named officer must own the process and the award.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Coordinating and overseeing claims operations to ensure efficient and accurate processing of claims
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at claims operations, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 80 · 3541/03
Source: “Coordinate and oversee claims operations to ensure efficient and accurate processing of claims.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 43 out of 100 (36–50 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Claims workflow, allocation and chasing are largely systematised, though a person still owns the decisions and the exceptions.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Escalating complex situations
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The software now makes the first pass at complex situations, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 60 · 3541/03
Source: “Escalate complex situations where appropriate.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 43 out of 100 (36–50 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Rules of thumb can flag cases, but deciding what to escalate and to whom needs judgement.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Preparing job specification sheets for home energy improvements
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at job specification sheets, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 90 · 3541/01
Source: “Prepare job specification sheets for home energy improvements, such as loft insulation, window retrofits, or heating system upgrades.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 42 out of 100 (35–49 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Specification sheets follow published standards, but funded retrofit work requires a qualified person to sign the design off.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Collecting specific evidence, security footage and police reports for analysis
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The software now makes the first pass at specific evidence, security footage and police reports, but the deciding part still needs a person. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 70 · 3541/03
Source: “Collect specific evidence such as security footage and police reports for analysis.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 42 out of 100 (35–49 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Requesting footage and police reports is routine chasing, though someone occasionally has to collect material in person.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Estimating the value of a property
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The software now makes the first pass at the value of a property, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 95 · 3541/04
Source: “Estimate the value of a property.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 42 out of 100 (35–49 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Automated valuation models are good, but a formal property valuation is signed by a qualified valuer who has seen it.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Updating valuations when property
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at valuations, but someone has to be answerable for the result, and it cannot be the software. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 70 · 3541/04
Source: “Update valuations when property has been improved, damaged, or has otherwise changed.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 42 out of 100 (35–49 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Revised figures can be calculated quickly, though a changed property usually needs looking at and a qualified sign-off.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Presenting plans or proposals to clients for approval
changing shape
The software now makes the first pass at plans, but the part that matters is a person saying it and standing behind it. So the job becomes checking and deciding rather than producing.
importance 50 · 3541/02
Source: “Present plans or proposals to clients for approval.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 40 out of 100 (33–47 allowing for uncertainty): partial exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Winning client approval happens in the room, though the proposal itself is easily drafted.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Identifying health or safety issues related to planned weatherproofing projects
staying human
The ratings behind this row put health well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 70 · 3541/01
Source: “Identify health or safety issues related to planned weatherproofing projects.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 38 out of 100 (31–45 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Standard hazards are well documented and software can list them, but site-specific risks are usually seen on a visit.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Creating a floor plan of the building
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: a floor plan, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 3541/01
Source: “Create a floor plan of the building.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 38 out of 100 (31–45 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Plan drawing software produces the finished floor plan, but the measurements come from being in the building.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Identifying and mitigating risks associated with community energy initiatives
staying human
The ratings behind this row put risks well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 60 · 3541/01
Source: “Identify and mitigate risks associated with community energy initiatives, ensuring project success and safety.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 37 out of 100 (30–44 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Risk registers follow documented patterns, but spotting the risks that matter needs local knowledge of the project.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Settling claims to ensure fair and prompt resolution and contribute to a reduced loss ratio
staying human
The rules require a named, qualified person to answer for claims, and that person cannot be a piece of software.
importance 80 · 3541/03
Source: “Settle claims to ensure fair and prompt resolution and contribute to a reduced loss ratio.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 37 out of 100 (30–44 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Settling a claim is a regulated decision that a person at an authorised firm has to make and stand behind.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Interviewing doctors, medical specialists or employers to get additional information
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles doctors, medical specialists or employers and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 60 · 3541/03
Source: “Interview doctors, medical specialists, or employers to get additional information.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 35 out of 100 (28–42 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Getting extra detail from a doctor or employer depends on a live conversation, though notes can be drafted.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Managing an insurance claim from start
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles an insurance claim and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 85 · 3541/03
Source: “Manage an insurance claim from start to finish, gathering critical evidence to reach a conclusion.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 34 out of 100 (27–41 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: reading one thing and writing another; the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Much of running a claim is documents and deadlines, but the evidence often comes from visits and conversations.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 3/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Investigating potentially fraudulent claims
staying human
The ratings behind this row put fraudulent claims well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 80 · 3541/03
Source: “Investigate potentially fraudulent claims.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 32 out of 100 (25–39 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Claims data flags suspicious patterns well, but proving a claim is false still takes a person following up the evidence.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Investigating cases of fraud and theft
staying human
The ratings behind this row put cases of fraud well outside what today's tools can do on their own.
importance 70 · 3541/03
Source: “Investigate cases of fraud and theft.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 32 out of 100 (25–39 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch.
The rating behind it: Data analysis points to likely fraud or theft, but gathering and testing the evidence still needs a person on the case.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Liaising with solicitors and other legal professionals to negotiate the terms of a claim
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles solicitors and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 60 · 3541/03
Source: “Liaise with solicitors and other legal professionals to negotiate the terms of a claim.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 31 out of 100 (24–38 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Positions and correspondence can be prepared by software, but settlement terms are argued out live with the other side's lawyers.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Discussing changes and adjustments to cost estimates with engineers
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles changes and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 75 · 3541/02
Source: “Discuss changes and adjustments to cost estimates with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 30 out of 100 (23–37 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Talking through changes with engineers, architects and clients depends on live discussion and give-and-take.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Liaising with others, construction managers, planners and designing teams
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles others, construction managers, planners and designing teams and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 65 · 3541/02
Source: “Liaise with others including construction managers, planners and design teams.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 30 out of 100 (23–37 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Coordinating with construction managers, planners and designers runs on live conversation and negotiation.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Assessing commercial sites for equipment installation to reduce peak period electricity consumption
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: commercial sites, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 3541/01
Source: “Assess commercial sites for equipment installation to reduce peak period electricity consumption.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 29 out of 100 (22–36 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Judging where equipment can go needs someone walking the commercial site, even though the calculations are well documented.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Recording vehicle modifications
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: vehicle modifications, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 3541/05
Source: “Record vehicle modifications.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 29 out of 100 (22–36 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Modifications have to be spotted on the vehicle before they can be written down.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Conducting negotiations to secure favourable terms for contracts
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles negotiations and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 70 · 3541/02
Source: “Conduct negotiations to secure favourable terms for contracts.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 28 out of 100 (21–35 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Negotiating contract terms depends on live give and take with the other side.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Negotiating claim settlements
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles claim settlements and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 80 · 3541/03
Source: “Negotiate claim settlements.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 28 out of 100 (21–35 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Settlement figures can be modelled, but agreeing one is a negotiation between people with money at stake.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Interviewing or corresponding with claimants
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles claimants and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 80 · 3541/03
Source: “Interview or correspond with claimants, witnesses, police, and doctors to gather information for claim settlement.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 26 out of 100 (19–33 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Written requests can be automated, but getting useful answers from police, doctors and witnesses often needs a person chasing.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Interviewing or corresponding with agents and claimants to investigate questionable claims
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles agents and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 75 · 3541/03
Source: “Interview or correspond with agents and claimants to investigate questionable claims.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 26 out of 100 (19–33 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Correspondence is easy to automate, but probing a questionable claim relies on how people respond when questioned.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Collecting information on property age
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: information, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 3541/01
Source: “Collect information on property age, number of storeys, and building type.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 25 out of 100 (18–32 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Much of this is on public record, but age and build type are usually confirmed by looking at the property.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Conducting investment appraisals and providing tailored investment advice to clients
staying human
The rules require a named, qualified person to answer for investment appraisals, and that person cannot be a piece of software.
importance 75 · 3541/04
Source: “Conduct investment appraisals and provide tailored investment advice to clients.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 25 out of 100 (18–32 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Only a firm authorised by the financial regulator may advise clients on investments, and clients want a person answering for the recommendation.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 3/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Differentiating between items that need repairing and items that need replacement
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: items, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 90 · 3541/05
Source: “Differentiate between items that need repairing and items that need replacement.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 25 out of 100 (18–32 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Telling repairable from beyond-repair depends on handling the item and on experience.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Discussing damage and repairs with stakeholders
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles damage and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 85 · 3541/05
Source: “Discuss damage and repairs with stakeholders, negotiate using evidence-based reasoning, and address concerns.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 24 out of 100 (17–31 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Agreeing repair costs means talking it through with people who have their own interests and concerns.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Reviewing repair cost estimates with car repair garage to secure agreement on cost of repairs
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles repair cost estimates and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 85 · 3541/05
Source: “Review repair cost estimates with car repair garage to secure agreement on cost of repairs.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 24 out of 100 (17–31 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Reaching agreement with a garage on cost is a negotiation between two people who deal with each other regularly.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Writing and submitting appraisal reports
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: appraisal reports, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 3541/04
Source: “Write and submit appraisal reports for property, such as jewellery, art, antiques, collectables, and equipment.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 22 out of 100 (15–29 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: mistakes that are cheap to catch; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Valuing jewellery, art and antiques depends on handling the item and on expertise that is hard to document.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Investigating and evaluating claims using technical knowledge and human relations skills
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles claims and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 90 · 3541/03
Source: “Investigate and evaluate claims using technical knowledge and human relations skills.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 21 out of 100 (14–28 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: The technical side is well supported by software, but the task itself names the people skills as central.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Interviewing the customer making the claim to discuss valuation and validation of the claim
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles the customer making the claim and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 85 · 3541/03
Source: “Interview the customer making the claim to discuss valuation and validation of the claim.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 21 out of 100 (14–28 allowing for uncertainty): low exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Discussing valuation with a claimant is a two-way conversation where reassurance and credibility matter.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Resolving problems and issues that arise during construction
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: problems, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 3541/02
Source: “Resolve problems and issues that arise during construction.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 18 out of 100 (11–25 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Fixing problems on a live construction job usually means being there and working it out with people.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Adhering to health and safety requirements in the workplace
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: health, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 3541/02
Source: “Adhere to health and safety requirements in the workplace.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 18 out of 100 (11–25 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Following safety rules is something a person does on site; the written procedures behind it are already fully documented.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Interviewing claimants to assess insurance claims
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles claimants and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 90 · 3541/03
Source: “Interview claimants to assess insurance claims.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 18 out of 100 (11–25 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Claim interviews depend on reading how someone answers, which is hard to do without a person in the conversation.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Acting as company agent in transactions with property owners
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles company agent and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 60 · 3541/03
Source: “Act as company agent in transactions with property owners.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 18 out of 100 (11–25 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Acting for the company in dealings with property owners depends on being a trusted point of contact.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Providing valuations for commercial and residential developments
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: valuations, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 3541/04
Source: “Provide valuations for commercial and residential developments.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 18 out of 100 (11–25 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Comparable sales data is well recorded, but a development valuation needs an inspection and a registered valuer behind the figure.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Assessing the value of customer collateral for loan security purposes
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the value of customer collateral, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 3541/04
Source: “Assess the value of customer collateral for loan security purposes.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 18 out of 100 (11–25 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Comparable evidence is well recorded, but a lender-grade valuation needs an inspection and a registered valuer's name against the figure.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 2/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Mediating disputes to achieve resolution in insurance claims
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles disputes and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 70 · 3541/03
Source: “Mediate disputes to achieve resolution in insurance claims.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 16 out of 100 (9–23 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Resolving a dispute depends on both sides accepting the person in the middle as fair.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 0/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Demonstrating leadership skills to engage and coordinating stakeholders in community energy projects
staying human
The value here is that a specific person handles leadership skills and stands behind it. That is earned, not computed.
importance 50 · 3541/01
Source: “Demonstrate leadership skills to engage and coordinate stakeholders in community energy projects, ensuring project progression.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 13 out of 100 (9–17 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Getting a community project moving depends on trust built face to face with the people involved.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 1/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Collecting data for energy conservation analyses using worksite observation
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: data, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 90 · 3541/01
Source: “Collect data for energy conservation analyses using worksite observation, field inspections, or sub-metering.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 10 out of 100 (6–14 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Collecting data by walking the site, inspecting and sub-metering requires being there.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Conducting site visits to assess and evaluate proposed construction locations
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: site visits, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 3541/02
Source: “Conduct site visits to assess and evaluate proposed construction locations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 10 out of 100 (6–14 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Judging a proposed site means standing on it and seeing access, ground and surroundings for yourself.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Interpreting blueprints and taking precise measurements for installations
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: blueprints, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 3541/02
Source: “Interpret blueprints and take precise measurements for installations.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 10 out of 100 (3–17 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Drawings can be read by software, but precise measurements for an installation are taken at the location.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Recording physical characteristics of property
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: physical characteristics of property, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 3541/04
Source: “Record physical characteristics of property such as measurements, quality, and design.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 10 out of 100 (6–14 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Recording measurements, quality and design means examining the property in person.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Identifying different types of heating systems in residential buildings
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: different types of heating systems, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 3541/01
Source: “Identify different types of heating systems in residential buildings.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 9 out of 100 (2–16 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Telling one boiler or heating system from another is done by looking at it in the property.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Overseeing installation of equipment to improve energy efficiency
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: installation of equipment, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 3541/01
Source: “Oversee installation of equipment to improve energy efficiency, including hot water cylinder jackets and low-flow showerheads.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 7 out of 100 (3–11 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Overseeing installation means being at the property while the work is fitted, which cannot be done from a screen.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Identifying non-accidental damage to vehicles
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: non-accidental damage, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 3541/05
Source: “Identify non-accidental damage to vehicles.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 7 out of 100 (0–14 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Telling accident damage from other damage relies on close physical inspection and experience.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Inspecting building envelopes, mechanical systems, electrical systems or processing systems to determine energy consumption
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: envelopes, mechanical systems, electrical systems or processing systems, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 90 · 3541/01
Source: “Inspect building envelopes, mechanical systems, electrical systems, or process systems to determine energy consumption.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 6 out of 100 (2–10 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: The building has to be walked and the plant looked at, and a formally accredited assessor must carry out the survey.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Acting as an expert witness during legal proceedings
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: an expert witness during legal proceedings, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 3541/04
Source: “Act as an expert witness during legal proceedings.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 6 out of 100 (0–13 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, medium confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Expert evidence has to be given personally, on oath, by the named expert the court has accepted.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 3/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Representing clients in court proceedings
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: clients, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 3541/03
Source: “Represent clients in court proceedings.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 4 out of 100 (0–8 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Speaking for a client in court is legally the act of a person with rights of audience, and it happens in the hearing itself.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 2/4 · needs an accountable person 4/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 3/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Giving evidence in court as to the value of a piece of real estate property
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: evidence, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 3541/04
Source: “Give evidence in court as to the value of a piece of real estate property.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 3 out of 100 (0–7 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it; the value is that a specific person does it.
The rating behind it: Only the named expert can give evidence about their own valuation, in person, in the witness box.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 3/4 · needs an accountable person 4/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 2/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Conducting blower-door tests to identify air leaks in buildings
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: blower-door tests, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 3541/01
Source: “Conduct blower-door tests to identify air leaks in buildings.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: A blower-door test means fitting equipment to the building and running it, which has to be done in person.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Inspecting and ensuring the functionality of heating
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the functionality, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 3541/01
Source: “Inspect and ensure the functionality of heating, lighting, and alarm systems.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Checking that heating, lighting and alarms actually work means testing them on site.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Measuring the number and size of rooms and windows
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the number, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 75 · 3541/01
Source: “Measure the number and size of rooms and windows.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Measuring rooms and windows is done with a tape or laser in the building.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Conducting on-site assessments, typically lasting between 30 minutes to 1 hour, to evaluate conditions or progress
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: on-site assessments, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 3541/01
Source: “Conduct on-site assessments, typically lasting between 30 minutes to 1 hour, to evaluate conditions or progress.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: An on-site assessment is, by definition, someone spending time at the property.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Measuring loft insulation
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: loft insulation, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 70 · 3541/01
Source: “Measure loft insulation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Measuring loft insulation means getting into the loft with a probe.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Observing and testing operation of appliances following installation
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: operation of appliances following installation, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 65 · 3541/01
Source: “Observe and test operation of appliances following installation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Testing an appliance after installation means physically operating it on site, and gas work requires a registered engineer.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Measuring wall heights
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: wall heights, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 60 · 3541/01
Source: “Measure wall heights.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Measuring wall heights is done with equipment held against the wall.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 1/4.
Taking photographs of energy installations to document and assess energy efficiency
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: photographs of energy installations, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 50 · 3541/01
Source: “Take photographs of energy installations to document and assess energy efficiency.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Taking photographs of an installation means being in front of it with a camera.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Attending the site of a loss to survey and assess the damage
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the site of a loss, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 95 · 3541/03
Source: “Attend the site of a loss to survey and assess the damage.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Surveying a loss means attending the site and seeing the damage in person.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 1/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Ensuring the site is secure to prevent any further damage
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the site is secure, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 90 · 3541/03
Source: “Ensure the site is secure to prevent any further damage.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Making a damaged site safe means physically securing it.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Surveying damage during site visits to assess repair needs and costs
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: damage during site visits, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 90 · 3541/03
Source: “Survey damage during site visits to assess repair needs and costs.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Surveying damage on a site visit is looking at and measuring the damage in person.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 1/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Inspecting personal or business property
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: personal or business property, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 3541/04
Source: “Inspect personal or business property.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Inspecting property means being there and looking at it.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 1/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 2/4.
Making use of manual and digital image technology to record areas of damage
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: use of manual, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 85 · 3541/05
Source: “Make use of manual and digital image technology to record areas of damage identified.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world.
The rating behind it: Photographing damage means being at the vehicle with a camera.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 0/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.
Identifying and evaluating the condition of safety-related systems in cars
staying human
This work happens in the physical world: the condition of safety-related systems, in a real place. Software cannot follow it there.
importance 80 · 3541/05
Source: “Identify and evaluate the condition of safety-related systems in cars, such as airbags and tyres, applying current H&S legislation.” (UK task statement)
How this row was scored
Exposure score: 0 out of 100 (0–4 allowing for uncertainty): minimal exposure, high confidence.
Why it sits in this group: the same decision, made over and over; work that happens in the physical world; someone qualified has to answer for it.
The rating behind it: Checking airbags, tyres and other safety systems means examining the vehicle physically.
The five ratings: output a model can produce 0/4 · needs a body in a room 4/4 · needs an accountable person 2/4 · needs to be trusted in the moment 0/4 · how much data exists 3/4.

What this job pays, and how many people do it

Median pay: £39,600a year, before tax, the middle of the range, so half earn more and half earn less.ashe-t14, 2025 · ASHE 2025 provisional (reference April 2025)Provisional, because the ONS revises this figure in the autumn.
How we know this
Source: ashe-t14
Reference period: ASHE 2025 provisional (reference April 2025)
Rounding: Shown to the nearest £100. The exact published figure is in the downloadable dataset. We do not render pounds the survey cannot support.
People doing this job: 57,000in the UK, 2026.nomis-aps · Apr 2025-Mar 2026 (latest APS 12-month period)This headcount comes from a survey, not a census, so treat it as a good estimate rather than an exact count.

What is deliberately not here: a forecast of how many of these jobs exist in ten years. Where an official projection exists for a market we publish it with its vintage; where it does not, we leave the space empty rather than borrow the other country’s number.

Why this is shifting

The reason is boringly specific. Most of what is shifting here is reading one thing and writing another: insurance forms in, a record out. The rows above are exactly that shape: preparing insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations and producing a cost summary for each construction project. What it cannot do is be there in the room, and that is still where the site of a loss gets done. Which is why this page talks about your tasks changing, not your job ending.

Your move

Over a pint: what I’d tell you if you were my friend

Your week is splitting in two, and which half fills it is the whole question. Preparing insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations is going; attending the site of a loss to survey and assess the damage is not.

So, given all that: 40% of this job's task weight sits in rows the software is already learning, 21% in rows that change shape rather than disappear, and 40% in rows it is nowhere near. That is the position, measured across 151 scored tasks. It is not a forecast about you.

The occupation is an average and you are not, so the first job below is finding out where your own week actually sits.

This week: one thing

Print the task ledger above and put your own hours next to each row. Roughly, in pen, in one sitting. Then look at which group your hours actually pile up in. Twenty minutes, this week.

What you end up holding: your own week, on one page, sorted into what is shifting and what is not
How long it takes: about twenty minutes

If printing it isn’t practical: Read the rows off this page and write the same list on the back of an envelope. Same twenty minutes, same page, and it works just as well said out loud to someone who knows the job. The point is your hours next to the rows, not the paper it is on.

Over the next 90 days

Volunteer toward the durable end, visibly. Over the next ninety days put your hand up for the work in the bottom group (attending the site of a loss to survey and assess the damage) and let people see you doing it. Not a new project: the same job, with your mix deliberately tilted. The point is that when the rota or the reorganisation comes, the version of you people picture is the one doing the part that stays.

Over the next 12 months

Claim a specialism at the durable end and let the other end go. Over a year, deliberately become the person who handles attending the site of a loss to survey and assess the damage, and deliberately stop being the first choice for the rows in the top group. That trade costs something, because the exposed work is often the comfortable work. Decide it on purpose rather than by drift. Before you pay for anything, spend an hour with National Careers Service. It is free and government-funded, and it is listed below with the rest of the free routes.

The roads out of here, and why I am not sending you down them

I looked at the obvious moves out of this job, and here is what I found.

I checked the 12 nearest UK occupations to estimators, valuers and assessors (nearest by the work that AI is not taking, not by job title), and none of them survived. The closest was estate agents and auctioneers: only about 8% of its durable work is work you already do and it pays 22.7% less. Your own job splits about 40/60: that share of the list sits in the top exposure band and the rest does not. On this evidence the honest move is inside the job rather than out of it. Become the person who owns “advise clients on improving energy efficiency”, and let the exposed end go.

How that was checked: this job was compared against all 412 UK occupations in this release on their official task statements, and the 12 nearest were examined one by one. A move that turns on an industry, an employer or a qualification rather than on the work itself will not show up in a check like that. And this release carries no licence register, so anything you are weighing needs that looked up separately.

3 moves I checked and rejected

These are the obvious-looking jumps. They are here with their reasons rather than quietly dropped, because the ones that fail are worth knowing about. It is one less thing to turn over at night.

Estate agents and auctioneers
Why it looked obvious: It came up as a near neighbour on the work AI is not taking: you already estimate the value of a property, and their equivalent is to carry out detailed inspections of properties to determine market value. Across both published task lists that is about 7% of the durable work in that job.
Why I am not recommending it: Almost none of it is work you already do: about 7% of the durable side of that job. That is a different job, not a next step. It is a pay cut, in those words: £30,648 against your £39,634, 22.7% less (ASHE Table 14.7a, 2025 provisional (both)). Retraining to earn less is a decision, not advice.
Look at that job’s page anyway →
Environment professionals
Why it looked obvious: It came up as a near neighbour because one of your tasks is on their list in the same words: “collect data for energy conservation analyses using worksite observation, field inspections, or sub-metering”. Across the whole of both lists that adds up to about 4% of the work in that job the software is not taking.
Why I am not recommending it: Almost none of it is work you already do: about 4% of the durable side of that job. That is a different job, not a next step.
Look at that job’s page anyway →
Quantity surveyors
Why it looked obvious: It came up as a near neighbour because one of your tasks is on their list in the same words: “prepare estimates for time, cost, materials, and labour from blueprints and documentation”. Across the whole of both lists that adds up to about 4% of the work in that job the software is not taking.
Why I am not recommending it: Almost none of it is work you already do: about 4% of the durable side of that job. That is a different job, not a next step.
Look at that job’s page anyway →

What I’d stop worrying about

A friend tells you what not to spend fear on. This is that list.

The headline number you read somewhere
The big “X% of jobs” figures are about the whole economy, not about you. The number that describes your job is on this page: 40% of its task weight, across 151 scored tasks. Every row behind it is printed above with the source. Check ours; ignore theirs.
The whole-job doom story
Nothing on this page says this job ends. It says the mix inside it moves. Half the rows above are unchanged or changing shape, and the plan is about which half your week sits in. That is a very different problem, and a solvable one.
Panic-buying a course
Do the twenty-minute sorting exercise first. Most people who buy a course before they have done it buy the wrong one, and the free services listed below will tell you the same thing without charging for it.
The “obvious” next job everyone suggests
I checked the obvious moves and most of them did not survive. The reasons are printed with the routes above, including the pay and the gate. A move that fails on the numbers is worth knowing about so you can stop turning it over at night.

You are reading the United Kingdom figures

The United States splits this work across more than one official group, of which Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators is the closest. The pay and employment figures are not directly comparable, and we do not average them together.

Switch to the United States page →partial match

The other groups this work is counted across:

In US official statistics this job is counted as Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators, Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage and Property Appraisers and Assessors. Pay is shown separately for each of those groups (medians cannot be averaged together), while the task list and the scores on this page are for this group only.

Your route through this

Two honest options, and no deadline on either

Free, and complete

The moves above cost nothing. These are the real services that go with them: public, government-funded, and free at the point of use. Nothing on this page is behind an email address or a payment.

In England:
National Careers Service
A free hour with a government-funded careers adviser is worth more than another evening of reading. In England that's the National Careers Service.
Free, government-funded
- Discover your skills and careers (the skills assessment)
In England:
National Careers Service - Find a course
Search what's actually running near you before you spend anything.
Free to search; individual courses vary
In England:
Free courses for jobs (Level 3 qualifications)
A free Level 3 qualification you already qualify for beats a paid course you don't need.
Free for eligible adults
In England:
Skills Bootcamps
Free, up to 16 weeks, and you get a job interview at the end. In England these are Skills Bootcamps - search what's running near you.
Free for eligible adults in England
- Skills Bootcamps - what they are and who can do them (DfE, Skills for Careers)
- Skills Bootcamps - JobHelp (DWP)
In Scotland:
My World of Work (Skills Development Scotland)
In Scotland it's My World of Work, from Skills Development Scotland.
Free, publicly funded
- Skills Development Scotland
In Wales:
Careers Wales
In Wales it's Careers Wales.
Free, Welsh Government-funded
In Northern Ireland:
Careers Service Northern Ireland
In Northern Ireland it's the Careers Service on nidirect.
Free, Department for the Economy-funded

A nearby route

There's no Space built for estimators, valuers and assessors yet.

Collab365 Spaces is built by the same people as this site. We find the problems that AI and automation are creating inside one kind of work, then solve them as short courses, briefings and Blueprints. Each Space is the community too, so the research and the people doing your job are in the same place.

What a Space actually is, in full

The closest match is Microsoft 365 Report Builders, a community for people who build business reports in Excel, Power Query and Power BI without a data team behind them. It overlaps with the part of your job that is growing: the spreadsheet half of estimating and valuation - clean data, reusable models, numbers a client can challenge. It does not cover the site or market knowledge underneath them. If that overlap isn't you, the free route below covers the same ground.

Try Microsoft 365 Report Builders free →

7 days free, no card needed. Explore up to 2 Spaces before you choose a plan: you pick a plan later, not now.

After the trial it is a paid community, and you get identical data either way. If the overlap above is not your job, the moves above cost nothing and stand on their own.

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Questions people ask about this job

Will AI replace Estimators, valuers and assessors?: Not as a job, but it is already doing parts of the work. Across the 151 official task statements scored for Estimators, valuers and assessors (United Kingdom, SOC 3541), 40% of the importance-weighted core work is made of tasks today's AI could already do most of. The overall exposure score is 48 out of 100 (range 42–53, band: partial). That is a statement about tasks, not about headcount: this measures what AI could do, not whether any employer adopts it, whether the law allows it, or whether doing the routine parts faster creates more demand for the human parts. Figures are from release 2026-q4.1.
Which tasks in “Estimators, valuers and assessors” can AI already do?: The highest-scoring tasks in release 2026-q4.1 are: “Analyse metered data to track energy consumption and identify trends” (93/100, very high); “Benchmark energy consumptions against best practice guidelines” (93/100, very high); “Produce a cost summary for each construction project” (93/100, very high). Each score comes from five published 0–4 ratings turned into a number by a published formula, and each carries the model's one-sentence reason on the page.
Which tasks in “Estimators, valuers and assessors” stay human?: About 40% of this job's task weight sits in work that scores low for AI exposure. The lowest-scoring tasks in release 2026-q4.1 are: “Identify and evaluate the condition of safety-related systems in cars, such as airbags and tyres, applying current H&S legislation” (0/100, minimal); “Make use of manual and digital image technology to record areas of damage identified” (0/100, minimal); “Inspect personal or business property” (0/100, minimal). Low scores usually mean the task needs a body in a room, a legally accountable human, or trust built in real time. Those are the three things the scoring rubric treats as gates rather than obstacles.
What should someone working in “Estimators, valuers and assessors” do about AI?: Start from the ledger rather than the headline: 40% of this job's weighted core work is exposed, and roughly 40% is not. The practical move is to spend more of your week on the tasks that score low, the ones above, and to get fluent at directing AI through the tasks that score high, because those are the parts that change whether or not you are ready for them. This page does not predict your job, and nothing here is career advice tailored to you: the score describes the occupation, not the person.
How is the AI exposure score for Estimators, valuers and assessors calculated?: Each official task statement for the occupation is rated on five published 0–4 dimensions (output replicability, physical embodiment, licensed accountability, real-time human trust, and data availability) by claude-opus-5 using scoring prompt task_scoring_v1.0. The model never writes the score; a published formula turns the five ratings into a 0–100 number, so every score can be recomputed by hand. The occupation figure is the importance-weighted mean across 151 scored tasks. The prompt, the rubric, the formula and the full dataset are published at https://futureproof.collab365.com/method and https://futureproof.collab365.com/data/2026-q4.1 under CC BY 4.0.

Where these numbers come from

About the data on this page

Provisional, because the ONS revises this figure in the autumn.
This headcount comes from a survey, not a census, so treat it as a good estimate rather than an exact count.
The match between this job and its counterpart in the other country is partial, so the two pages count slightly different groups of people.
47 of this occupation's scored task statements carry a score that was measured under a different occupation's context, because the statement is shared between jobs and has only been scored once so far. Each one names the occupation it was measured under in the free routes below; none is presented as a measurement for this job.
Task clusters are not derived in this release, so the task-cluster field is empty and no Collab365 Space routing is attached to this occupation yet.

Task statements: gaisi-indexProcessing: catalogue-bridge → ssc-relatedness-weighting → task-scoring → score-aggregation
Task weights: gaisi-index (relatedness)
Scores: Rubric task_scoring_v1.0, model claude-opus-5, computed 2026-08-05.
Pay and employment: ashe-t14 (ASHE 2025 provisional (reference April 2025))nomis-aps (Apr 2025-Mar 2026 (latest APS 12-month period))

Figures on this page come from release 2026-q4.1, published 2026-08-05. Every release keeps its own permanent address, so a figure you cite in March is still there, unchanged, in November.

The plain-English wording on this page is assembled directly from the task statements and the published ratings, not written by hand for this occupation. That is why it is specific, and it is also why we say so.

The routes and free resources further up are today’s, not the release’s (last reviewed 2026-08-05). A route is an offer, not a historical fact, so it moves on its own clock.

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  title        = {Collab365 Futureproof: task-level AI exposure for US and UK occupations, release 2026-q4.1},
  author       = {{Collab365}},
  year         = {2026},
  url          = {https://futureproof.collab365.com/data/2026-q4.1},
  note         = {Release 2026-q4.1, methodVersion 2.0.0, promptVersion task_scoring_v1.0, CC BY 4.0}
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