Newsweek: Amazon’s 14,000 Layoffs Underscore AI’s Uncertain Impact on Jobs

Lisa LaViers photographed in Goldring/Woldenberg Business Complex

Lisa LaViers, assistant professor of accounting, was interviewed by Newsweek for a story about Amazon's decision to lay off 14,000 employees in an effort to streamline its operations.

"Layoffs impact employee morale in a negative way. Nobody wants to see their friends get fired and... there would be a concern that there's going to be a future layoff," LaViers continued. "That's going to make employees feel less secure in their jobs, and they may go look for other jobs."

To read the article in its entirety, visit newsweek.com

https://www.newsweek.com/nw-ai/amazons-14000-layoffs-underscore-ais-uncertain-impact-on-jobs-10962517

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