Amazon not only surpassed the milestone of 1 million robots, but is now activating the most advanced artificial intelligence system ever implemented in factories. And all this... at the same time as other companies are laying people off due to technology!
REVOLUTION IN AUTOMATION
Behind this announcement lies a strategy that is reshaping the supply chain industry—and the labor market itself. Amazon has been experimenting with automation for years, and today we’re seeing the culmination of that effort.
Amazon announced on Monday that it has exceeded 1,000,000 robots operating in its distribution centers.
That’s a huge number, making it the largest manufacturer and operator of mobile robotic systems in the world. From the first robots that simply moved shelves, to today’s models that move autonomously and carry out complex commands—the progress has been remarkable.
At the same time, the company unveiled its new artificial intelligence model, named DeepFleet. This AI has one very specific role: to coordinate the movement of robots inside the facilities, reducing travel time by 10%. In other words, packages will now be shipped even faster and at even lower cost. This technology relies on real-time analysis, predicts obstacles, and optimizes routes with millimeter-level precision.
PRODUCTIVITY
So what does this mean for Amazon? It means the company is entering a new era of hyper-productivity. And this isn’t just talk—they’ve proven it with data. With the integration of robots and new technologies, Amazon has:
(a) reduced the number of employees needed per facility,
(b) increased the number of packages handled by each worker, and
(c) reallocated staff to more technical roles such as maintenance and engineering.
How is this possible?
Through its technological superiority. Amazon is continuously refining its internal processes. It automates tasks, reduces errors, and ensures every minute counts. Additionally, it collects data from every part of the logistics chain to predict delays, malfunctions, or even when a robot might need replacement. Now, with DeepFleet and 1,000,000 robots, all of this is being taken to the next level.
And while Amazon Robotics Vice President Scott Dresser emphasizes that robots work “alongside employees,” the truth is that CEO Andy Jassy made it clear: the expansion of artificial intelligence means... fewer people are needed for jobs that are now automated.
In an internal memo, he admitted that overall employment at Amazon may decrease in the coming years due to the technological transition.
What we’re witnessing is this: Amazon is transforming its operating model and becoming the ultimate “factory machine.” With fewer workers, more technology, and an enormous volume of orders. No other player in the e-commerce space has reached this level of automation. And as Amazon pushes forward, its competitors are simply trying to catch up.
Which brings us to the question of the day:
Will this technological superiority give Amazon a massive lead over its competitors?
