The AI Impact Timeline: What to Expect
The automation of Word Processor and Typist roles is already underway. Entry-level positions and those focused on routine transcription face significant displacement as early as 2024. By 2029, approximately 75% of all tasks within this profession are projected to be automated by AI-powered systems. Specialized roles, however, may see their careers extended.
The early wave of AI impact is hitting routine transcription and basic document preparation. These tasks are rapidly being taken over by speech-to-text and automated formatting tools. Professionals in these areas need to be aware of the immediate need to upskill or transition.
The mid-wave of transformation will see more complex document generation and intelligent formatting automated. While traditional roles become largely obsolete, specialized document professionals who master AI tools can extend their careers to 2029 through domain specialization.