Leaked Docs: Amazon’s Robot Workforce to Replace 600,000 Jobs
Explosive internal documents reveal Amazon’s aggressive strategy to automate 600,000 human roles—from warehouse staff to delivery drivers—by 2028. The leaked plans, obtained by NextMinuteNews, outline a sweeping shift toward AI and robotics, igniting debates over corporate ethics and the future of labor.
Inside Amazon’s Automation Blueprint
The secret roadmap details a phased rollout of cutting-edge robotics and AI systems, including:
✅ AI-Powered Warehouse Robots – Next-gen machines like “Sparrow” (item-picking AI) and “Hercules” (autonomous forklifts) will handle 90% of fulfillment tasks, slashing human labor in warehouses.
✅ Self-Driving Delivery Fleets – Amazon’s Prime Air drones and autonomous vans are set to replace last-mile delivery drivers entirely.
✅ AI Customer Service Takeover – Advanced chatbots (powered by ChatGPT-like models) will resolve 90% of customer inquiries, eliminating thousands of call-center jobs.
Why Is Amazon Pushing for Full Automation?
Two key motivations fuel the plan:
- Massive Cost Savings – Replacing human workers could save Amazon $100B/year in wages and benefits.
- Investor Pressure – With slowing e-commerce growth, automation promises higher margins and efficiency.
The Human Toll: A Looming Jobs Crisis?
If executed, Amazon’s plan would mark one of history’s largest corporate layoffs—displacing 40% of its workforce. Economists warn of dire ripple effects:
⚠ “Low-wage workers will suffer most,” says Dr. Aisha Kapoor, economist at Delhi School of Economics. “Without policy safeguards, automation could deepen inequality.”
⚠ Unions are mobilizing. “This is a wake-up call,” warns Stuart Appelbaum of RWDSU. “If Amazon gets away with this, other giants will follow.”
Amazon’s Response: Damage Control?
Facing backlash, Amazon stated: “Automation complements humans—it doesn’t replace them.” But critics point to past bait-and-switch tactics, like AI-heavy “Just Walk Out” stores.
Global Trend: Are Robots the New Workforce?
Amazon isn’t alone:
– Tesla’s Optimus robots aim to replace factory workers.
– Walmart tests shelf-scanning drones.
– The WEF predicts 85M jobs lost to automation by 2025.
What Comes Next?
With automation accelerating, urgent questions remain:
– Will governments impose robot taxes or UBI to offset job losses?
– Can workers retrain for tech-driven roles?
One thing is clear: The robot revolution is here—and it’s coming faster than expected.
— Reported by NextMinuteNews
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