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ABOUT AMAZON
Value: Customer obsession, ownership, invent and simplify, are right, a lot, hire and develop
the best, insist on the highest standards, think big, the bias for action, frugality, vocally self-
critical, earn the trust of others, dive deep, have the backbone, disagree and commit, and
deliver results
o Amazon is guided by fits principles: customer obsession rather than competitor
focus, passion for invention, commitment to operational excellence, and long-term
thinking. Amazon strives to be Earth’s most customer-centric company, Earth’s best
employer, and Earth’s safest place to work.
Vision: To Be Earth’s Most Customer-Centric Company, Where Customers Can Find and
Discover Anything They Might Want to Buy Online. The two major elements are:
o Customer-Centric Company
o Global Dominance
Mission: Amazon strives to offer its customers the lowest possible prices, the best available
selection, and the utmost convenience. It clearly states that its customers are most
important to us and Its only goal is to give its customers a good user experience. The three
main elements are:
o Affordable pricing
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ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE
The hierarchical nature of Amazon's organizational structure can be described. Three CEOs
and three senior vice presidents who are in charge of several crucial areas of the company
make up the senior management team. The fits crucial components of Amazon's
organizational structure are as follows:
o Flexibility of the business: It's vital to note that despite its scale, Amazon is still
quite adaptable to changes in the external marketplace, unlike many other
organizations with hierarchical organizational structures. Additionally, the dominant
online retailer influences the external business environment; it has sparked
disruptive innovation in e-commerce and is about to do so in the global logistics
sector. The effective management of hybrid project groups is crucial to preserving
the business's flexibility.
The organizational structure of Amazon incorporates numerous small teams that handle
various business-related issues. Jeff Bezos, the founder and former CEO of Amazon, is
credited with creating the "two pizza rule." This guideline states that teams should be small
enough so that everyone could be fed with just two pizzas during meetings. The "two pizza
rule" is still in effect today even with the new CEO Andy Jassy.
We are looking for excellent individuals to join its offices and operations centers throughout
the globe from a variety of backgrounds and sectors. Success at Amazon is shared by
individuals who are customer-centric, innovative, and leaders.
Here we’ve rounded up the top reasons why Amazon is a great place to
work.
Exciting Career Paths: Amazon offers a wide variety of careers. Data scientists, fashion
innovators, or community outreach managers are all avenues available to Amazon
employees Its focus on progress and continuous learning enables employees to advance its
careers. Through its Career Choice program, we're funding 2,300 Amazon employees to
learn new skills and qualifications in 2022.
o Whatever yits background, qualifications, or ambitions, Amazon has opportunities
for you. We put you in a great position to train and learn new skills, you get paid
while you learn, and you can be rewarded for yits bold career advancements at
Amazon.
Employee Benefits: Amazon benefits start on day one with a range of supports for
employees and eligible family members This includes private health insurance, and Amazon
will pay 95% of tuition upfront for employees taking courses in high-demand fields after one
year of employment.
A diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace: Amazon is a company of builders who invent
different backgrounds, characteristics, ideas, and perspectives on behalf of its clients.
Thirteen employee-led affinity groups work with local "types" around the world to foster a
welcoming and inclusive culture. This includes Glamazon, Amazon's LGBTQ+ affinity group
named one of the top 10 LGBTQ+ networks in the world on the 2021 Global Diversity List,
and leading its annual Pride at Amazon celebration. Other affinity groups include
Women@Amazon and the Black Employee Network, all of which host celebrations, events,
and educational and mentorship sessions throughout the year, including Black History
Month. and International Women's Day
Workplace Safety: Safety is always yits top priority when working at Amazon State-of-the-
art technology is used to protect employees at Amazon sites where safety is a priority
Employees are empowered to support its local communities: Amazon employees bring the
same innovation and energy to its communities and cities as they do every day Through
employee-led programs, Amazon supports millions of people through community programs,
including donations and practical support in times of need.
Unique culture that breeds invention: At the forefront of Amazon is customer-centric
innovation, driven by a team of leaders and innovators who strive for excellence Its
Leadership Principles define its culture and help us relentlessly pursue its mission to be the
most customer-centric company on the planet, striving to be the best employer and safest
place to work the planet.
Sustainability as a priority: In 2019, Amazon co-founded Climate Pledge, committing to
achieve zero carbon emissions across all of its operations by 2040. This goal will be achieved
by deploying 100,000 vans of custom electric delivery by 2030 and transitioning all
operations to renewable energy by 2025 - Amazon is already the largest purchaser of
renewable energy in the world.
o Sustainability extends to all elements of Amazon's operations, and we have taken
steps to minimize packaging waste.
WHAT ARE THE FRAMEWORK AND FACTORS TO RANK A GOOD PLACE TO WORK?
The WHO definition of a healthy workplace is as follows: A healthy workplace is one in which
workers and managers collaborate to use a continual improvement process to protect and
promote the health, safety, and well-being of workers and the sustainability of the
workplace by considering the following, based on identified needs:
o health and safety concerns in the physical work environment;
o health, safety, and well-being concerns in the psychosocial work environment
including organization of work and workplace culture;
o personal health resources in the workplace;
o ways of participating in the community to improve the health of workers, its
families, and other members of the community
Essential Qualities of a Great Place to Work:
o Culture of Care: Employees with a culture of high trust who believe They are part of
a caring workplace and they are also 44% more likely to work. A company with
above-average revenue growth. A culture of caring is an engagement trifecta:
Leaders show employees they’re valued
Employees care for each other and yits clients
The entire organization cares that its shared vision is realized
o Promote clear definitions of Success: A good workplace will be each is clearly
defined. These measures of success are found in Quarterly or annual employee
goals, department goals, and company goals. Timely reviews and regular
synchronizations ensure employees feel its priorities are aligned expect. These
progress checks should be backed by outlets for educational growth:
Consider offering tuition reimbursement or on-the-job training
Connect employees with online educational platforms (Udemy, Coursera,
etc.)
Encourage managers to develop professional development plans for
employees
o Leaders that embrace a Compass Identity: Strong leadership is a great place to
operate; however, this only works when visible. Yits management team should
adopt a unified position, be communicated to employees, and be easy to use.
o Flexibility: The lives of employees are no longer subject to Clock hands, being able
to accept and choose flexible working hours Remote work is essential. With
advances in technology, the history of Restrictions on flexible working environments
quickly disappeared.
o Encourage an Intrapreneurial Mindset: Give employees the freedom to chart its
path within yits organization. Encourage them to speak up when disagreements
arise or its passions are brewing Innovate in yits business. Let yits employees inherit
the skills and The ability to pursue its careers.
ACCORDING TO YOU WHAT ARE THE FACTORS FOR A GREAT PLACE TO WORK