The AI Impact Timeline: What to Expect
The impact of AI on Computer Systems Analysts is projected to be swift and substantial. By mid-2026, approximately 60% of tasks are expected to be automated. This trend is already accelerating, with early impacts felt by junior analysts performing documentation and coordination as soon as 2025.
The early wave of automation, beginning in 2025, will heavily affect junior analysts (0-3 years). Companies are rapidly adopting AI tools that can automate 70-80% of their daily documentation and coordination work, leading to severe impact within 12 months.
By mid-2026, mid-level analysts who lack deep strategic technical knowledge or specialized domain expertise will face significant transformation. The late timeline extends to 2028, suggesting a continuous evolution and increasing sophistication of AI in system analysis.