Deckers Brands announced actions the company is taking in response to Covid-19.
“Amidst the challenges being faced by communities across the globe, we are unified in navigating this unprecedented event together,” said Dave Powers, president and chief executive officer. “We are taking precautions and adhering to the advice given by expert agencies including the Centers for Disease Control and the World Health Organization. Deckers is diligently working through these times with empathy, discipline, and a focus on our long-term goals.”
E-commerce and Digital Operations
Currently, the e-commerce operations of the company’s brands remain open to consumers. This includes UGG.com, HokaOneOne.com, Teva.com, Koolaburra.com, and Sanuk.com. Continued customer-facing digital operations include the support of customer experience teams who are working remotely and ready to assist. Additionally, the company’s fulfillment and distribution centers continue to ship product with increased precautionary health and safety measures instituted in accordance with the combined advice of both expert agencies and local authorities.
Store Closures
UGG stores in North America and Europe, as well as the Sanuk store in Orlando, FL, will be temporarily closed beginning March 17 through March 31. Retail employees at these locations will continue to receive pay and benefits during this temporary closure period. Management will continue to assess the situation taking the advice of expert agencies and local authorities to ensure the best response to this rapidly evolving and challenging situation.
Work From Home
Regarding corporate headquarters and other support offices, the company continues to address the needs of each location around the world and make adjustments as needed. In service to protecting employees, families and communities, the company has proactively shifted corporate employees to work from home as appropriate.
The company will continue to monitor this fluid situation and will dynamically adjust its operations as deemed necessary.
The company’s portfolio of brands includes Ugg, Koolaburra, HokaOneOne, Teva, and Sanuk.
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