Amazon is reportedly developing smart glasses for delivery drivers to further maximize their efficiency.
Amazon is also reportedly looking into embedding a camera so drivers can take a picture as proof of delivery.
It is not crazy to think Amazon would go to such lengths to squeeze efficiency out of drivers.
Amazon is reportedly developing smart glasses for use by delivery drivers.PATRICK T. FALLON / Getty
Last-mile delivery is expensive, and retail traditionally has razor thin margins.
Consider that Amazon Web Services accounts for only16% of the companys revenue but 70% of its income.
They will probably want to check that to take the glasses off while they are urinating in bottles though.
It will not be easy to make good smart glasses that have actual, practical utility.
Amazon has a mixed reputation with its large delivery workforce.
The company does not technically employ drivers but rather outsources to third-party contracting firms that hire drivers.
Such decisions could hurt Amazons business if it is forced to pay more to its delivery workforce.
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