Business · Trade · 7 hrs ago
IT disruption halts much of Albert Heijn’s distribution network
An IT disruption has left a large part of Albert Heijn’s distribution centres out of operation.
Albert Heijn is a supermarket chain.
Supermarket expert Paul Moers says the disruption shows how much people depend on supermarkets.
He also says it highlights the vulnerability of the food supply.
He described the situation as very troubling and unsettling.
The available information does not say what caused the disruption or when operations will resume.
An IT disruption has halted a large part of Albert Heijn’s distribution network.
Supermarket expert Paul Moers said the situation shows how vulnerable and dependent people are on supermarkets.
Moers called it a very unpleasant and frightening development.
The source does not state when the disruption began or how long it is expected to last.
- Who
- Albert Heijn is affected. Supermarket expert Paul Moers commented on the disruption.
- What
- An IT disruption has halted a large part of Albert Heijn’s distribution network.
- When
- Not stated.
- Where
- Albert Heijn’s distribution centres; their locations are not stated.
- Why
- Not stated.
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- Affected company
- Albert Heijn
- Extent
- A large part of the distribution centres is halted
- Cause
- IT disruption
- Commentator
- Paul Moers, supermarket expert
What people are saying
a very unpleasant and frightening development
Sources
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