Amazon is facing resistance from employees over its demand for some staff members to relocate to a central hub. Those unwilling or unable to comply are being forced to find work elsewhere, and some are choosing to quit. The relocation requirement is causing tension between the company and its corporate employees, many of whom moved away from their office location during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Amazon has been pushing for employees to return to the office at least three days a week and has faced protests and criticism over its handling of the return-to-office plans. The company is also cutting costs in other areas, such as ending a perk that provides free drinks at in-office coffee shops. The relocation policy has been seen as onerous and disruptive by affected employees, who may be asked to move out of state and make significant personal adjustments. Some employees have chosen to leave Amazon rather than comply with the relocation requirement.