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Will it kill jobs in the long run?

Amazon warehouse robot.

Edited from a New England Council report


Amazon recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new 2.8-million square-foot, $300 million robotics fulfillment center in Charlton, Mass. The facility has about 1,000 full-time employees and can store up to 32 million items. The facility also uses robotic drive units capable of lifting 1,500 pounds.  


Amazon has committed to a $10.2 million community partnership with Charlton to support transportation infrastructure upgrades, STEM education initiatives, and provide more resources for public-safety equipment and recreational facilities.  


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