Amazon Announces Job Cuts in AWS Unit for Strategic Shift
Amazon is making headlines again with the announcement of job cuts within its cloud computing unit, Amazon Web Services (AWS). The e-commerce giant is set to trim “a few hundred roles” in the team responsible for technology in physical stores, as well as “several hundred roles” in the AWS sales, marketing, and global service organization.
The decision to reduce the workforce comes after Amazon’s choice to discontinue the use of Just Walk Out technology in its U.S. grocery stores, leading to changes in the technology team for physical stores. The cuts in the AWS sales and marketing division are mainly related to shifts in training, certification programs, and sales operations.
Amazon stated that these layoffs are necessary to prioritize investments in other areas of the business and deliver innovative solutions for customers. This move is part of a series of job cuts within Amazon this year, with previous layoffs occurring at Prime Video, MGM Studios, Twitch, and Audible.
Despite the job cuts, Amazon assured that it will continue to hire in priority areas and will strive to find internal opportunities for affected employees. The company currently has thousands of job openings within its AWS unit posted online, emphasizing its commitment to growth and innovation in the cloud computing sector.
As Amazon navigates strategic shifts and business priorities, the impact of these job cuts on its workforce and the broader industry will be closely monitored. Stay tuned for more updates on Amazon’s evolving business landscape on World News Live.
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