As AI agents take over routine data tasks, the traditional analyst role isn’t disappearing—it’s evolving. In the “agentic era,” analysts transition from data cleaners and report builders into orchestrators who guide AI workflows, interpret results, and embed insights into business decisions. This blog explains the mechanics of agentic analytics, explores how AI handles repetitive work, and defines the new skills needed—like prompt engineering, bias review, and ethical oversight—to thrive alongside autonomous systems.