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Amazon is reportedly pursuing a sweeping automation initiative that could reshape its workforce landscape in the United States. According to internal documents obtained by multiple news outlets, the company aims to automate up to 75 percent of its operations, avoid hiring more than 600,000 U.S. workers by 2033, and eliminate around 160,000 American roles by 2027.

Automation Strategy and Scale
Internal planning documents reveal that Amazon’s robotics division envisions a future in which robots perform the bulk of tasks now handled by human employees. The company projects that by 2033 it could avoid hiring more than 600,000 U.S. workers, even as its sales volume is expected to roughly double. In the near term, the documents suggest that approximately 160,000 U.S. roles may be cut by 2027 as the firm deploys machines in warehouses and logistics operations.

Why Automation Matters: Cost, Efficiency, Competition
The rationale is clear: by automating routine picking, packing and delivery operations, Amazon expects to save about 30 cents per item shipped, with estimated savings of around $12.6 billion between 2025 and 2027. Such cost advantages are especially powerful in the highly competitive e-commerce sector, where margins are thin and speed matters. With rivals potentially pressured to follow suit, the automation wave may extend beyond Amazon alone.

Evidence and Reporting
Major outlets—including The New York Times and technology publications—report that these plans stem from internal Amazon documents viewed by their journalists. For instance, one article states:

“The company’s robotics team has an ultimate goal to automate 75 percent of its operations.”
However, Amazon’s official response notes that the leaked documents reflect the view of “one team” and do not necessarily represent the company’s overall hiring strategy.

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