[ad_1] Amazon is exploring different technological approaches to screening warehouse workers for COVID-19. The internet retailer has confirmed to Reuters that it’s using thermal cameras at some warehouses to check for fevers that may be indicative of the new coronavirus. The company didn’t explain the decision, but the method should be faster and safer than […]
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Amazon offers warehouse workers higher pay to handle Prime Now groceries
[ad_1] A spokesperson described the hikes as “temporary opportunities” meant to reflect a “significant increase” in grocery orders. It wasn’t clear when Amazon expected the pay offer to come to an end. It won’t be surprising if this lasts for a while, regardless of how long the coronavirus outbreak continues. Amazon is already dealing with […]
Amazon suspends Prime Pantry to handle its backlog of orders
[ad_1] The Prime Pantry website has a notice that reads “Pantry is temporarily closed. We are busy restocking.” It’s not accepting new orders because of high order volumes. For now, you can’t add items that are listed as “Ships & Sold from Pantry” to your cart. However, Amazon said people who are waiting on recent […]
Amazon says it’ll roll out a new grocery store format next year
[ad_1] The company told CNET it’s “opening a grocery store in Woodland Hills [a suburban Los Angeles neighborhood] in 2020.” It posted four job listings for the outlet, which it described as “Amazon’s first grocery store.” It’s hiring two grocery associates who’ll replenish stock and handle points of sale, a food service associate who’ll work […]
Amazon-owned Whole Foods cuts medical benefits for part-time workers
[ad_1] When asked for comment, Whole Foods didn’t address a question as to whether or not Amazon played a role in the decision. While Amazon owns Whole Foods and has made a point of integrating the two, it’s not necessarily involved in the cuts. Whatever the involvement, the benefits reduction isn’t a great look for […]
Amazon may launch a hand recognition payment system for Whole Foods
[ad_1] Unlike most biometric systems that require you to touch the surface of a scanner, Amazon’s take on the technology apparently doesn’t need you to physically touch any device. The company’s technology uses computer vision and depth geometry to identify the size and shape of your hand before charging the credit card you have on […]