Microsoft will be shutting down all of its physical retail stores around the world in order to develop its digital presence (via MCV/Develop).
“We are grateful to our Microsoft Store customers and we look forward to continuing to serve them online and with our retail sales team at Microsoft corporate locations.”
“Our sales have grown online as our product portfolio has evolved to largely digital offerings, and our talented team has proven success serving customers beyond any physical location,” said David Porter, corporate vice president for Microsoft.
There will be four Microsoft Experience Centers, in London, New York City, Sydney, and on its campus in Redmond, Washington, so to “reimagine spaces that serve all customers.”