Saralnama500,000 jobs at Amazon may be replaced by robots in the coming years. Robots will handle warehouse tasks like picking, packing, and delivery, reducing the need for human workers. Amazon's US workforce has tripled to 1.2 million since 2018, but automation could halt new hiring. The company plans to keep its hiring curve flat despite projections to double sales by 2033. Internal documents reveal robots could save ₹1 lakh crore between 2025 and 2027. Amazon aims to automate 75% of operations in warehouses designed for superfast delivery. The company spokesperson stated these documents show an incomplete view of their hiring strategy. Amazon plans to hire 250,000 staff for the holiday season but didn't specify permanent positions. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 01:36 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- 500,000 jobs at Amazon may be replaced by robots in the coming years
- Robots will handle warehouse tasks like picking, packing, and delivery, reducing the need for human workers
- Amazon's US workforce has tripled to 1.2 million since 2018, but automation could halt new hiring