Computer Systems Analysts

Task by task

Each task this job involves, as listed by O*NET, rated on whether a large language model like GPT-4 could cut the time it takes by at least half at the same quality. Tasks marked Seen in real AI use appeared in conversations with Claude in April–May 2026 (Anthropic Economic Index).

• AI can speed this up on its own: 13 (59%)
• AI can speed this up with extra software: 7 (32%)
• Little or no AI speed-up: 2 (9%)

• Test, maintain, and monitor computer programs and systems, including coordinating the installation of computer programs and systems.AI can speed this up on its own · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Troubleshoot program and system malfunctions to restore normal functioning.AI can speed this up on its own · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Expand or modify system to serve new purposes or improve work flow.AI can speed this up on its own · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Use the computer in the analysis and solution of business problems, such as development of integrated production and inventory control and cost analysis systems.AI can speed this up on its own · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Develop, document, and revise system design procedures, test procedures, and quality standards.AI can speed this up on its own · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Assess the usefulness of pre-developed application packages and adapt them to a user environment.AI can speed this up on its own · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Define the goals of the system and devise flow charts and diagrams describing logical operational steps of programs.AI can speed this up on its own · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Use object-oriented programming languages, as well as client and server applications development processes and multimedia and Internet technology.AI can speed this up on its own · supplemental task · Seen in real AI use
• Review and analyze computer printouts and performance indicators to locate code problems, and correct errors by correcting codes.AI can speed this up on its own · supplemental task · Seen in real AI use
• Read manuals, periodicals, and technical reports to learn how to develop programs that meet staff and user requirements.AI can speed this up on its own · supplemental task · Seen in real AI use
• Determine computer software or hardware needed to set up or alter system.AI can speed this up on its own · supplemental task
• Analyze information processing or computation needs and plan and design computer systems, using techniques such as structured analysis, data modeling, and information engineering.AI can speed this up on its own · supplemental task · Seen in real AI use
• Specify inputs accessed by the system and plan the distribution and use of the results.AI can speed this up on its own · supplemental task
• Confer with clients regarding the nature of the information processing or computation needs a computer program is to address.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Train staff and users to work with computer systems and programs.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Coordinate and link the computer systems within an organization to increase compatibility so that information can be shared.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Provide staff and users with assistance solving computer-related problems, such as malfunctions and program problems.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Supervise computer programmers or other systems analysts or serve as project leaders for particular systems projects.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Prepare cost-benefit and return-on-investment analyses to aid in decisions on system implementation.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Recommend new equipment or software packages.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task · Seen in real AI use
• Consult with management to ensure agreement on system principles.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Interview or survey workers, observe job performance, or perform the job to determine what information is processed and how it is processed.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task