My company works directly with Amazon. I've been in Amazon centers. I actually interviewed to be an Area Manager for Amazon.
I can't confirm the amount they spent or how many they bought, but they absolutely have hybrid human/robot warehouses. And they definitely don't cost a million a piece. Depending on the type of robot they are anywhere from $5,000 to $30,000 a piece and have anywhere from a 3 to 15 year lifespan, with a 3-5 year ROI. They come in all shapes, sizes, tasks, and duration they can perform.
I know the costs, because I'm intertwined in my companies warehouse operations and I've personally talked to multiple robot manufacturers and seen the bids.
Let's not speak on feelings and emotions.
JLL reported popular technology prices falling to $10,900 in 2025 from $27,000 in 2017.
www.globest.com
Think it's a game if you want.