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11. Travel Agent
It used to be that booking a trip entailed a good amount of research, as well as some intricate knowledge of computer software, meant for travel. This is how Jonah was able to book himself a flight in Sleepless in Seattle since he hacked into the computer system, which culminated in Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks finally meeting and falling in love in the end. Becoming a travel agent was also the route Toula Portokalos took in transforming her life in My Big Fat Greek Wedding, and she seemed to thrive in her new role in helping to book flights for those looking to go on vacation. Yet, the Internet has allowed everyone to book their flights, reserve their hotel stays, and even compare prices with just a touch of a mouse. Numerous one-stop sites have popped up to make booking a trip as simple as possible, which makes the position of travel agents completely obsolete. Rather than having to pay a travel agent the commission in helping to sell, the savings can allow hotels and flights to transfer these savings to the customers. In the future, there will be no need for travel agents to help facilitate bookings since computer technology has allowed for a much smoother transition, even for those who aren’t very tech-savvy.
10. Semiconductor Processor
Oftentimes, people think that there are certain professions that are immune to the trials that can come from advanced technology taking away jobs. While they may feel that it’s too bad that computers are taking over so many professions, those that service electronics will never have to worry about losing their jobs. Yet, that isn’t the case with semiconductor processors. Semiconductors are a critical component of numerous electronic circuits, and servicing them is something that was previously thought of as a well-trained profession that could be categorized as essential in this technology driven society. However, plants are already starting to implement automation processes so that semiconductor processors will no longer be needed as much. It goes to show that the profession will ultimately become obsolete in a few shorts years since the more advanced processes will increase productivity and cut down on labor costs. Plants will no longer need as many workers, and the materials required for semiconductor manufacturing will also be cut down significantly.
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