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The Power of Resiliency

Amazon and the endangered future of the middle manager


Published on 2024-12-15 10:20:59 - MSN
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  • Amazon CEO Andy Jassy delivered one of 2024's major job headlines with his five-day office mandate, but there's a bigger tech organizational shakeup at work.

The article from MSN discusses the evolving role of middle managers at Amazon and its implications for the future of management in the tech industry. Amazon has been known for its rigorous performance review system, which has led to significant layoffs and a reevaluation of the middle management layer. The company's push towards automation, AI, and more efficient organizational structures has sparked a debate on the necessity of traditional middle managers. With tools like AI-driven analytics and machine learning, Amazon aims to streamline decision-making processes, reducing the need for human oversight in certain areas. This shift could potentially lead to a leaner management structure where middle managers either adapt by taking on more strategic roles or face redundancy. The article highlights concerns about job security, the devaluation of human judgment, and the broader implications for corporate culture and employee morale as companies like Amazon pioneer these changes.

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