SEATTLE / LONDON (IT BOLTWISE) – Amazon is planning a massive automation initiative that could replace up to 600,000 US jobs with robots by 2033. Internal documents indicate that 75 percent of operational processes will be automated, which promises significant savings for the company. Despite Amazon’s denials, these plans could have far-reaching implications for the job market.
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Amazon is at the center of a controversial debate over the future of work as reports of a sweeping automation strategy have emerged. The e-commerce giant plans to replace up to 600,000 U.S. jobs with robots by 2033, according to internal documents. These plans could have a significant impact on the labor market, particularly in areas such as warehousing, shipping and logistics that rely heavily on human labor.
Automation at Amazon is not new, but the planned expansion could transform the company from one of the largest employers in the United States to a pioneer in the use of robotics and artificial intelligence. The economic incentive is clear: Amazon expects to save $12.6 billion within two years through automation. However, these savings could come at the expense of jobs, which could lead to public opposition.
In order to counteract possible resistance, Amazon plans to adapt its communication strategy. Terms such as ‘automation’ or ‘artificial intelligence’ should be replaced by more neutral expressions such as ‘advanced technology’ or ‘cobots’. This strategy could help influence public perception and increase adoption of automation.
Nobel Prize winner in economics Daron Acemoglu was critical of Amazon’s plans. He warned that the company could go from being a job engine to a job destroyer. This development could also encourage other companies to take similar steps, which could drive automation across the industry.
The impact on the job market could be significant, especially if other companies follow Amazon’s lead. The question remains how automation will affect employment overall and whether new jobs can be created in other areas to offset the losses. The coming years will be crucial in observing how these developments impact the economy and society.
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