All articles tagged with #employee concerns
Originally Published 2 months ago — by businessinsider.com
Electronic Arts is heavily integrating AI into its operations, encouraging employees to use it for creative and managerial tasks, but faces resistance and skepticism from staff concerned about flawed outputs, job security, and ethical issues, reflecting a broader industry-wide divide over AI's role in the workplace.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by MacRumors
Some Apple employees have expressed concerns about the revamped Siri feature in the upcoming iOS 26.4 update, highlighting internal apprehensions about the changes.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Business Insider
Costco is set to reopen its doors to Executive members at 9 a.m., reviving an earlier perk, but employees are worried about increased workload and staffing issues, fearing the change will lead to a chaotic start and unfinished tasks. The shift aims to attract more premium members but raises concerns about employee workload and store operations.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Finance
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy clarified that the company's new five-day in-office policy is not intended as a 'backdoor layoff' or to appease city leaders, but to strengthen company culture. The policy, set to start next year, has faced criticism from employees who argue it is more stringent than other tech firms and could negatively impact those with families or medical issues. Despite internal pushback, Amazon is offering commuter benefits to ease the transition. The company recently reported a record $15.3 billion profit for its third quarter.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Business Insider
Spotify employees are questioning the company's lavish spending on events, such as the annual Wrapped campaign party and the employee-only Spotifest music festival, while the company is laying off thousands of workers and trying to cut costs. Some employees feel that the event spending is excessive given the broader efforts at frugality, especially as the company has experienced multiple rounds of layoffs. The company defends these events as key to promoting artists, engaging listeners, and fostering a collaborative employee culture. Additionally, Spotify is looking to expand beyond music streaming to other businesses with more scalable economics, such as podcasts, audiobooks, and concert tickets, in an effort to address the tough economics of the music-streaming business.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by RockstarINTEL
Rockstar Games employees have expressed dissatisfaction with the company's decision to require them to work from the office five days a week, citing security concerns and reduced productivity on Grand Theft Auto VI. This move has sparked backlash from employees, with some expressing concerns about the impact on their well-being and the potential for a return to toxic 'crunch' practices. Additionally, sources have revealed that the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions of GTA VI have been developed almost entirely remotely, raising questions about the necessity of in-office work. Concerns about potential delays in the game's release and the impact on team productivity have also been raised.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by 80.lv
Rockstar wants GTA 6 developers back in the office to prevent leaks, but employees fear the return of crunch practices and unhealthy working conditions. The Independent Workers' Union of Great Britain and Rockstar employees have strongly criticized the decision, citing concerns about work-life balance, health, and the potential for toxic "crunch" practices. Some employees feel that management is prioritizing the game over their well-being, leading to calls for a healthier and more sustainable games industry.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WHIO
The Beavercreek Walmart in Ohio has reopened its doors for Black Friday just days after a mass shooting that injured four people. While some shoppers are treating it as a normal shopping day, several Walmart employees feel uneasy about returning to work so soon after the traumatic event. Many employees have expressed that they are not ready to come back and feel forced to do so. Walmart has stated that they will provide support to employees who may be worried about returning to work.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WLOS
The war between Israel and Hamas is causing pressures in the workplace as companies take a stance on the conflict. Employees are expressing concern and being more vigilant, while some companies have spoken out to condemn Hamas' attack and antisemitism and express support for Israel. However, taking a stand can potentially lead to employee turnover and impact sales, as companies need to consider their diverse customer base. The war has already affected operations, including advertising spending and flight schedules.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WSIL TV
Walgreens has responded to the threat of walkouts by its employees, acknowledging the challenges faced by pharmacists during the COVID-19 pandemic. The company promises to improve working conditions by investing in pharmacist wages and hiring bonuses to attract and retain talent. The walkouts are scheduled to begin tomorrow, but it is unclear which stores will be affected.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by SFGATE
Google reportedly rushed to launch its ChatGPT competitor, Bard, despite major employee concerns and prioritized speed over ethical commitments. Employees had called out the chatbot for delivering factual inaccuracies and contradictory answers in response to simple questions. Bard's launch was marred by mishap, with a promotional video showing it giving a misleading answer to a factual question about the James Webb telescope. Google's stock sank immediately after the incident. Despite the push for AI supremacy, ethicists' voices are getting boxed out of AI development at Google, according to Bloomberg's reporting.