ISCO-08 2523
Computer network professionals
98.2%
ADI · 17th of 433 · 95% interval 94.4–100.0
An AI agent can at least partly carry out 98.2% of the task time of computer network professionals, and finish 1.5% alone. The barrier that holds most of the rest back is access to the systems the work runs on.
ADI · partial or full98.2%
17th of 433 · interval 94.4–100.0
ADI3 · full delegation1.5%
137th of 433 · interval 0.0–4.8
ADIs · share of time57.3%
73rd of 433 · interval 54.3–60.2
Evidence59
task statements rated by two models and weighted by importance and frequency. World employment: 0.7 million.
Task weight by level
How the tasks rate
L0No meaningful role · 0.0%L1Augmentation · 1.8%L2Partial delegation · 96.7%L3Full delegation · 1.5%
Barriers
What stops the agent
Share of task weight flagged by each barrier; a task can carry several.
59 task statements, heaviest first
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Weight | Level | Sonnet · Haiku | Share | Human time | Barriers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manage user access to systems and equipment through account management and password administration.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists · supplemental task | 2.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 18 min | Access to systems |
| Maintain networks by performing activities such as file addition, deletion, or backup.Computer Network Architects | 2.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 52 min | Access to systems |
| Keep abreast of changes in industry practices and emerging telecommunications technology by reviewing current literature, talking with colleagues, participating in educational programs, attending meetings or workshops, or participating in professional organizations or conferences.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 2.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 50% | 3.5 h | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Communicate with telecommunications vendors to obtain pricing and technical specifications for available hardware, software, or services.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 2.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 2.3 h | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Consult with users, administrators, and engineers to identify business and technical requirements for proposed system modifications or technology purchases.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 2.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 42% | 5.0 h | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Develop and implement solutions for network problems.Computer Network Architects | 2.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 4.0 h | Access to systems |
| Develop or recommend network security measures, such as firewalls, network security audits, or automated security probes.Computer Network Architects | 2.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 5.5 h | Access to systems |
| Instruct in use of voice, video, and data communications systems.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 2.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 52% | 2.0 h | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Monitor and analyze network performance and reports on data input or output to detect problems, identify inefficient use of computer resources, or perform capacity planning.Computer Network Architects | 2.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 3.0 h | Access to systems |
| Communicate with system users to ensure accounts are set up properly or to diagnose and solve operational problems.Computer Network Architects | 2.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 38 min | Access to systems |
| Review and evaluate requests from engineers, managers, and technicians for system modifications.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 2.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 1.4 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Document user support activity, such as system problems, corrective actions, resolution status, and completed equipment installations.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 2.0% | L2 | L2L3 | 78% | 25 min | Access to systems |
| Prepare purchase requisitions for computer hardware and software, networking and telecommunications equipment, test equipment, cabling, or tools.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 2.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 70% | 1.3 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Monitor and analyze system performance, such as network traffic, security, and capacity.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists · supplemental task | 2.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 2.0 h | Access to systems |
| Coordinate network operations, maintenance, repairs, or upgrades.Computer Network Architects | 2.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 45% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
Show the other 44 tasks
| Task statement (O*NET occupation) | Weight | Level | Sonnet · Haiku | Share | Human time | Barriers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provide user support by diagnosing network and device problems and implementing technical or procedural solutions.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 2.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 1.1 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Implement system renovation projects in collaboration with technical staff, engineering consultants, installers, and vendors.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 1.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 38% | 22 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Assess existing facilities' needs for new or modified telecommunications systems.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 1.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 50% | 6.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Document procedures for hardware and software installation and use.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 1.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 72% | 3.5 h | Access to systems |
| Implement controls to provide security for operating systems, software, and data.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists · supplemental task | 1.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 4.0 h | Access to systems |
| Communicate with customers, sales staff, or marketing staff to determine customer needs.Computer Network Architects | 1.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 42% | 1.5 h | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Implement or perform preventive maintenance, backup, or recovery procedures.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 1.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 55% | 2.3 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Supervise engineers or other staff in the design or implementation of network solutions.Computer Network Architects | 1.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 38% | 3.0 h | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Inspect sites to determine physical configuration, such as device locations and conduit pathways.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 1.8% | L1 | L1L2 | 28% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Estimate costs for system or component implementation and operation.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 1.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 4.0 h | Access to systems |
| Order or maintain inventory of telecommunications equipment for customer premises equipment (CPE), facilities, access networks, or backbone networks.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 1.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 2.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Work with personnel and facilities management staff to install, remove, or relocate user connectivity equipment and devices.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 1.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 35% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Communicate with vendors to gather information about products, alert them to future needs, resolve problems, or address system maintenance issues.Computer Network Architects | 1.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 1.3 h | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Develop network-related documentation.Computer Network Architects | 1.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 3.5 h | Access to systems |
| Supervise maintenance of telecommunications equipment.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists · supplemental task | 1.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 48% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Install, or coordinate installation of, new or modified hardware, software, or programming modules of telecommunications systems.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 1.7% | L2 | L2L2 | 40% | 5.5 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Develop and write procedures for installation, use, or troubleshooting of communications hardware or software.Computer Network Architects | 1.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 70% | 3.5 h | Access to systems |
| Adjust network sizes to meet volume or capacity demands.Computer Network Architects | 1.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 2.5 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Coordinate installation of new equipment.Computer Network Architects | 1.6% | L2 | L2L2 | 52% | 6.5 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Evaluate network designs to determine whether customer requirements are met efficiently and effectively.Computer Network Architects | 1.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 3.0 h | Access to systems |
| Document technical specifications and operating standards for telecommunications equipment.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 1.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 70% | 4.0 h | Accountability, Access to systems |
| Develop, maintain, or implement telecommunications disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 1.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 6.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Test and evaluate hardware and software to determine efficiency, reliability, or compatibility with existing systems.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists · supplemental task | 1.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 48% | 5.5 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Prepare system activity and performance reports.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 1.5% | L3 | L3L3 | 80% | 3.0 h | Access to systems |
| Use computer-aided design (CAD) software to prepare or evaluate network diagrams, floor plans, or site configurations for existing facilities, renovations, or new systems.Telecommunications Engineering Specialists | 1.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 4.0 h | Physical presence, Accountability, Access to systems |
| Design, build, or operate equipment configuration prototypes, including network hardware, software, servers, or server operation systems.Computer Network Architects | 1.5% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 4.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Determine specific network hardware or software requirements, such as platforms, interfaces, bandwidths, or routine schemas.Computer Network Architects | 1.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 3.0 h | Access to systems |
| Design, organize, and deliver product awareness, skills transfer, or product education sessions for staff or suppliers.Computer Network Architects | 1.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 6.0 h | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Develop conceptual, logical, or physical network designs.Computer Network Architects | 1.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 6.5 h | Access to systems |
| Explain design specifications to integration or test engineers.Computer Network Architects | 1.4% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 1.3 h | Trust and care |
| Estimate time and materials needed to complete projects.Computer Network Architects | 1.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 3.0 h | Access to systems |
| Prepare detailed network specifications, including diagrams, charts, equipment configurations, or recommended technologies.Computer Network Architects | 1.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 6.0 h | Access to systems |
| Develop procedures to track, project, or report network availability, reliability, capacity, or utilization.Computer Network Architects | 1.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 4.0 h | Access to systems |
| Participate in network technology upgrade or expansion projects, including installation of hardware and software and integration testing.Computer Network Architects | 1.3% | L2 | L2L2 | 42% | 22 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Maintain or coordinate the maintenance of network peripherals, such as printers.Computer Network Architects · supplemental task | 1.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 52% | 1.5 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Develop disaster recovery plans.Computer Network Architects | 1.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 60% | 8.0 h | Access to systems |
| Coordinate network or design activities with designers of associated networks.Computer Network Architects | 1.2% | L2 | L2L2 | 45% | 1.5 h | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Research and test new or modified hardware or software products to determine performance and interoperability.Computer Network Architects | 1.1% | L2 | L2L2 | 52% | 6.0 h | Physical presence, Access to systems |
| Prepare or monitor project schedules, budgets, or cost control systems.Computer Network Architects | 1.1% | L2 | L2L2 | 65% | 4.0 h | Access to systems |
| Use network computer-aided design (CAD) software packages to optimize network designs.Computer Network Architects | 1.1% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 3.0 h | Access to systems |
| Prepare design presentations and proposals for staff or customers.Computer Network Architects | 1.1% | L2 | L2L2 | 68% | 4.0 h | Trust and care, Access to systems |
| Develop or maintain project reporting systems.Computer Network Architects · supplemental task | 1.0% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 6.0 h | Access to systems |
| Develop plans or budgets for network equipment replacement.Computer Network Architects | 0.9% | L2 | L2L2 | 62% | 6.0 h | Access to systems |
| Visit vendors, attend conferences or training sessions, or study technical journals to keep up with changes in technology.Computer Network Architects · supplemental task | 0.8% | L2 | L2L2 | 58% | 3.0 h | Physical presence, Trust and care, Access to systems |
Level: consensus of the two models (the lower level when they disagree). Share: part of the task’s working time an agent could take over. Human time: minutes a competent person needs for one instance, as estimated by the models.
Against other measures
Exposure is not delegation
| Measure | Value | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| ADI (this index) | 98.2% | 96 |
| Eloundou et al. (2024), GPT exposure β | 0.648 | 92 |
| Felten et al. (2021), AI occupational exposure | 0.58 | 66 |
| Webb (2020), AI patent exposure | 83 | 78 |
| Eisfeldt et al. (2026), generative AI exposure | 0.594 | 93 |
| Anthropic Economic Index, observed use | 0.199 | 85 |
Earlier indices measure whether AI can touch a task; ADI measures how much of it an agent can carry out from a goal. – : the source does not cover this occupation.
Same sub-major group (25)
Neighbouring occupations
| Occupation | ADI | % |
|---|---|---|
| Database designers and administrators 2521 | 100.0 | |
| Systems administrators 2522 | 100.0 | |
| Database and network professionals not elsewhere classified 2529 | 98.5 | |
| Software and applications developers and analysts not elsewhere classified 2519 | 98.3 | |
| Software developers 2512 | 97.0 | |
| Applications programmers 2514 | 97.0 | |
| Web and multimedia developers 2513 | 95.1 | |
| Systems analysts 2511 | 94.3 |
Dashed line: computer network professionals (98.2%).
Cite this record
Text
Espinal Maya, Cristian, and Santiago Jiménez Londoño. 2026. ADI v2026.1: Agent Delegability Index data, code and MCP server. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23552918. Record: Computer network professionals (ISCO-08 2523), https://balamlabs.org/adi/occupations/2523
BibTeX
@misc{espinal2026adidata,
title = {{ADI} v2026.1: Agent Delegability Index data, code and {MCP} server},
author = {Espinal Maya, Cristian and Jim{\'e}nez Londo{\~n}o, Santiago},
year = {2026},
publisher = {Zenodo},
version = {v2026.1},
doi = {10.5281/zenodo.23552918},
url = {https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23552918},
note = {Record: Computer network professionals (ISCO-08 2523)}
}Machine-readable
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