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A new study from Gartner predicts that 25 percent of IT work will be performed by bots by 2030. While this might raise concerns about job losses, experts believe that AI will ultimately become an essential tool for workers to enable them to do more and different types of work rather than replace them.
Gartner predicts that by 2030, all work performed by an IT department will involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI). In five years, 25% of IT work will be totally performed by bots, while 75% will be performed by humans with AI assistance. Only 1% of job losses are attributed to AI, but entry-level IT jobs may still be impacted. Gartner predicts that AI could displace 6-7% of the US workforce if adopted widely, but this impact would be "transitory." The World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report suggests that by 2030, AI could create 78 million more jobs than it eliminates. 65% of companies are losing money on AI investments, according to Gartner research. Skeptics are concerned about AI's impact on people's lives, citing job losses, deepfakes, misinformation, and bias.
Gartner's latest prediction has sent shockwaves through the tech industry, revealing that by 2030, all work performed by an IT department will involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI). According to the report, delivered during Gartner's IT Symposium in Gold Coast, Australia, this marks a significant shift from the current state, where only 81 percent of IT work is done without any AI assistance.
The prediction suggests that by 2030, not only will all IT work rely on AI, but much of it will be performed by bots without human intervention. Gartner's analysts predict that in five years, 25 percent of IT work will be totally performed by bots, while 75 percent of IT workloads will be performed by humans with the help of AI.
While some may view this as a cause for concern regarding job losses, particularly among entry-level IT positions, Gartner's Vice President analysts Alicia Mullery and Daryl Plummer argue that this is not an "AI jobs bloodbath." According to their numbers, only 1 percent of job losses are attributed to AI.
However, the duo does acknowledge that AI will likely take away entry-level IT jobs. This sentiment aligns with recent data from labor research firm Revelio Labs, which shows a decline in highly AI-exposed entry-level jobs by over 40 percent between January 2023 and July 2025.
Furthermore, Goldman Sachs Research predicts that AI could displace 6 to 7 percent of the US workforce if AI is widely adopted. Nevertheless, they also note that this impact would likely be "transitory," as new jobs created by AI adoption would offset these losses.
Despite growing concerns about AI's job-displacing capabilities, there is a popular sentiment among industry experts that AI will ultimately settle into being a helpful tool for employees, enabling workers to do more and/or different types of work rather than completely replacing them.
In fact, the World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report 2025 suggests that by 2030, AI could create 78 million more jobs than it eliminates. This report, based on data from over 1,000 companies employing 14 million global workers, provides valuable insight into the potential benefits and drawbacks of AI adoption in various industries.
In light of this prediction and its implications for IT departments worldwide, it is crucial that organizations prioritize effective and efficient implementation of AI technologies. Currently, a staggering 65 percent of companies are losing money on AI investments, according to Gartner research.
Moreover, there remains skepticism about AI's capacity to improve people's lives, with a survey conducted by the Pew Research Center revealing that 51 percent of Americans are more concerned than excited about the prospect of AI. Concerns cited include job losses, deepfakes, misinformation, and bias.
As we hurtle toward this predicted future where IT work is increasingly driven by AI, it is essential to acknowledge both the challenges and opportunities presented by these advancements. By understanding how AI will change the face of the IT industry and its workforce, we can better prepare for a transformative decade ahead.
Related Information:
https://www.digitaleventhorizon.com/articles/AI-Driven-Future-Gartner-Predicts-25-of-IT-Work-Will-Be-Performed-by-Bots-by-2030-deh.shtml
https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2025/09/no-ai-jobs-bloodbath-as-ai-permeates-all-it-work-over-the-next-5-years/
Published: Mon Sep 8 15:35:59 2025 by llama3.2 3B Q4_K_M
