How important the FIFA games have become for the merchants is highlighted by a case that is likely to annoy Amazon. With the release of FIFA 19, strikes are called at two locations. The aim is to keep FIFA players waiting for FIFA just as the union itself waits on Amazon.
The influence that a video game can have is evident in this case. With the release of FIFA 19, there are unexpected problems at the shipping giant Amazon. Since September 27, the union Verdi has been calling employees of two Amazon sites to strike.
The source of the annoyance is an advertising promise from Amazon. It guarantees that FIFA 19 will be delivered to all pre-orders on time. This promise is supposed to break the action.
Amazon promises timely delivery – with consequences
Parts of the employees and union have been in conflict with Amazon for several years. Now, employees from the warehouses in Rheinberg and Werne are being called to strike.
What is the strike about? The delivery service advertises with the promise of delivering FIFA 19 on time for the release. This has brought the union Verdi into action. FIFA 19 is
…long announced and Amazon guarantees delivery on the release date. This commitment has been made at the expense of the employees
The union has been demanding since 2013
- slightly better wages
- holiday pay,
- a collective agreement with corresponding Christmas bonuses
- and improved working conditions.
So far, Amazon has blocked any negotiations.
What does Amazon say about the situation?
An Amazon spokesperson tried to calm down. Customers who ordered FIFA 19 should not worry, it will definitely be delivered as planned. The game will not even be stored at the Werner location.
The strike has no impact on our commitment to customers, as the overwhelming majority of our employees are working normally
Regarding the allegations, the spokesperson said: In addition, Amazon regularly conducts wage reviews and had just raised wages for shipping employees at the Rheinberg and Werne locations by 2% at the beginning of 2018. Therefore, they see no reason to take action at this time.
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