Amazon Inc.

About Amazon Inc.

Amazon has the mission to be the world's most customer-centric company, where people can find practically any product they want to buy online. Aware that our customers seek low prices, great variety, and convenience, we strive to exceed their expectations, and for this reason Amazon continues to grow and solidify its position among the world's leading online commerce platforms. Founded by Jeff Bezos, the Amazon.com website opened its virtual doors in 1995 to be a place where book lovers could buy books in a unique environment that only the web could offer. Bezos was convinced that the Internet would provide customers with the convenience of exploring a selection of millions of works without leaving their homes. During its first 30 days of existence, Amazon processed orders for customers in all 50 US states and 45 countries; and all orders were shipped from Bezos's garage in the Seattle area. Amazon's evolution, from a website to an e-commerce partner to a development platform, has been driven by the spirit of innovation inherent in the company. Amazon attracts the brightest talent to research and develop technologies that improve the lives of buyers and sellers around the world.