Amazon nears robot-human parity in its warehouses

Amazon warehouses are nearing a point where robots will equal the number of human workers, according to a Wall Street Journal report. This marks a significant shift in the company's workforce. Amazon has deployed over one million robots across its facilities, nearly matching its human workforce of 1.56 million employees. The company is rapidly integrating robotics to automate tasks like package handling and inventory management. This automation trend raises concerns about job displacement, despite Amazon's claims of creating higher-paying roles. The company's new Shreveport facility showcases advanced automation, potentially increasing productivity but also reducing the need for human labor.