OECD has presented a new tool for analyzing the impact of artificial intelligence on jobs. The indicators measure the capabilities of AI in relation to the requirements of occupations.

During an online session organized by the OECD, experts presented an innovative tool for analyzing the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the labor market, called "AI Capability Indicators". Margarita Kalamova, OECD economist, explained that this framework links technological evolution to changes in the labor market, providing a five-level scale to assess AI capabilities in relation to human skills. The indicators are designed to be updated over time, allowing for the tracking of changes in AI capabilities. The OECD has also developed a "catch-up index" that measures the gap between AI capabilities and the requirements of each occupation, showing that AI has advanced in language skills and creativity, but still lags behind in problem-solving and physical skills. Stijn Broecke, senior economist at the OECD, emphasized the lack of solid data on AI usage in the workplace, which complicates the assessment of the real impact of the technology. There was also discussion about the role of AI as support for employees, not just as a substitute, highlighting the importance of differentiating between automation and augmentation. The OECD is working on a complementary indicator to more clearly analyze these aspects, essential for understanding the real impact of AI on jobs.