Articles tagged with "operational-efficiency"
Amazon debuts new robotic system amid rumors of 600,000 job cuts
Amazon has introduced two new technologies—Blue Jay, a multi-tasking robotic system, and Project Eluna, an autonomous AI assistant—designed to enhance warehouse operations by supporting employees rather than replacing them. Blue Jay integrates multiple robotic arms to perform picking, stowing, and consolidating tasks simultaneously, reducing physical strain on workers and increasing efficiency within a smaller workspace. Developed rapidly with the help of AI and digital twin technologies, Blue Jay is currently being tested in a South Carolina facility, where it can handle about 75% of stored items. Project Eluna aims to assist operations managers by analyzing real-time and historical data to anticipate bottlenecks and streamline decision-making, effectively acting as an "extra teammate" to reduce cognitive load. In addition, Amazon unveiled Amelia, AI-enabled smart glasses for delivery drivers that feature a camera and display to facilitate package verification. These glasses, currently in North American testing, are intended to support delivery partners rather than replace them, though the company has not ruled out future
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Rivian has laid off approximately 140 employees, about 1% of its workforce, primarily from its manufacturing team, as part of preparations for the launch of its more affordable R2 SUV scheduled for 2026. The layoffs began midweek and were attributed to efforts to eliminate "process inefficiencies" and improve operational efficiency ahead of the new vehicle’s release. Rivian confirmed the reductions and noted that affected employees are being encouraged to apply for other open roles within the company. The company started 2025 with over 14,800 employees across North America and Europe and has implemented multiple workforce reductions in recent years, including a 10% cut in early 2024 and another 1% reduction in April 2024. These ongoing layoffs reflect Rivian’s broader strategy to streamline operations as it prepares to expand its product lineup and compete in the increasingly competitive electric vehicle market.
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