Amazon aims to automate 75% of its U.S. operations with AI by 2033.
Amazon has long been a pioneer in logistics innovation and employs over a million workers in the U.S. alone, shaping the landscape of e-commerce and employment. But what if Amazon could double its product sales by 2033 without needing to expand its workforce? According to internal strategy documents revealed recently, the company is aiming to automate 75% of its U.S. operations by 2033, potentially avoiding the hiring of over 600,000 workers and saving billions in costs. Why is Amazon doing this? Amazon wants to cut costs and speed up deliveries . By using robots for packing, moving, and shipping, it can save around $12.6 billion by 2027 . This automation will also help Amazon manage high demand during festive seasons without hiring more workers. How will it work? Amazon has already started using AI-powered robots in warehouses like the one in Louisiana. These robots lift, move, and organize items with almost no human help. Over the next few years, Amazon will install similar syste...