‘AI cannot eliminate an entire occupation’, say experts on future of jobs

The growing integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace has long fuelled debates about job displacement. However, experts argue that while AI can automate specific tasks, it is unlikely to replace entire occupations.

Radhicka Kapoor, senior employment specialist at the International Labour Organisation (ILO) Decent Work Technical Support Team (DWT) for South Asia, explains, “Every occupation involves certain tasks. When technological innovations like AI and generative AI are introduced, some tasks within those occupations will be automated, but not the entire occupation. As a result, the entire occupation will not be eliminated.”