So far this 2020, the opening of Apple Stores worldwide marked the development of the coronavirus. So, Apple has had to take extreme measures and close its Apple Store in China, and consequently the first to reopen, and then repeat the same situation in Italy, Spain and all other countries where the epidemic has struck with great force.
The same measure is now used in the United States, "at least until the end of May." According to a statement shared by Apple this morning, all retail stores in the United States will be closed. The decision was made after analyzing the health situation in the country, where the epidemic was moving forward.
The US retail store will close until May
With regard to staff concerns, Senior Vice President of Retail + People Deirdre O & # 39; Brien also shared a message: Apple will continue to support store staff during this difficult time.
We are a global community: we are all affected by the suffering of others. Please note that our thoughts are with you, at all times.
In addition to daily monitoring the status of each Apple facility, O & # 39; Brien notes that operational arrangements and conditions will always be in place. Frequent updates to store groups have provided general guidance to reduce failures among task teams. This includes the option work remotely As an advisor to the support service, Apple Care At Home, for those employees who so desire.
At the end of March, O & # 39; Brien also shared a statement about Apple's store re-opening program, in those countries that have the conditions to do so follow certain steps similar to those used in China when all stores are reopened. At the time, the process was scheduled to begin on April 27, but so far it has not been stated whether the opportunity is still valid.
