Researchers predict that AI could potentially displace up to 12 million workers by the end of this decade.
As we all know, change is the law of nature, and change always brings both positives and negatives. The question now is whether we should fear AI or embrace it to enhance our success and improve our work efficiency.
First, let’s understand what AI is. AI stands for Artificial Intelligence, which in Hindi is called कृत्रिम बुद्धिमत्ता (Kritrim Buddhimatta). It is a technology that gives computers and machines the capability to exhibit human-like intelligence and thinking. AI enables machines to learn, understand, make decisions, and solve problems. Examples of AI include chatbots, virtual assistants, autonomous vehicles, and recommendation systems (such as recommendations on Netflix or Amazon).
AI can impact jobs in several ways:
Automation: AI can automate many repetitive and manual tasks, performing them faster and more accurately. This can change jobs in areas like manufacturing, data entry, and customer service.
Data Analysis: AI algorithms can analyze large amounts of data and extract insights that were previously not possible with manual analysis. This can affect jobs for data analysts and researchers in fields such as finance, marketing, and healthcare.
Customer Service: Chatbots and virtual assistants are handling customer inquiries, which could impact jobs for customer service representatives.
Transportation: Technologies like self-driving vehicles and drones could change jobs for drivers and delivery personnel.
Healthcare: AI-based diagnostic tools and robotic surgeries are automating some tasks for doctors and surgeons, potentially reducing their demand.
Creative Fields: AI is now being used in writing, music composition, and art creation, which could affect writers, musicians, and artists.
However, the adoption of AI is also creating new job roles, such as AI specialists, data scientists, and technology management roles. Therefore, the impact of AI can be both positive and negative, and individuals will need to acquire new skill sets to adapt to the changing job market.