Amazon's Robot Workforce Surges, Sparking Mixed Reactions Among Employees

As Amazon doubles its robotic workforce, concerns about job security clash with the company's claims of enhanced worker safety and efficiency.

Amazon's robotic workforce grew from 350,000 to 750,000 in just three years, making it the world's largest manufacturer of industrial robots.
New robots like Digit and Sequoia are designed to perform complex tasks, increasing productivity by up to 75% and reducing order processing time by 25%.
Despite fears of job displacement, Amazon reports creating 700 new job categories and insists robots are augmenting rather than replacing human roles.
Incident rates at robotic sites fell by 15%, with a significant reduction in lost-time incidents, highlighting safety improvements.
Job cuts in Amazon Web Services contrast with the expansion in robotic operations, reflecting shifting priorities within the company.