It is a tool like no other.

The segment of the population with cognition that allows them to rise beyond collecting data, analyzing it, and spitting something out, is not as high as you think. The segment of the population capable of doing more, and willing or able to be re-educated to do so, is even lower. Even amongst those qualified for whatever positions remain, the competition will be fierce. To some it will be a tool. For most, it will simply be a replacement. This is a problem in our current socioeconomic system that will have to be addressed.