Multiple stores in Norway are experiencing issues with their bank terminals, specifically reported by Norgesgruppen, and efforts are underway to resolve the situation.
On Tuesday evening, several bank terminals in Norway faced operational issues, primarily affecting the stores owned by Norgesgruppen. The company’s communication manager, Kine Søyland, confirmed the difficulties and stated that they are actively working to identify and rectify the problem. While Norgesgruppen operates multiple grocery chains, it remains unclear if all their locations are impacted by these terminal issues.
Norgesgruppen, which owns popular supermarket chains such as Meny, Kiwi, Spar, Joker, and Nærbutikken, has been the focus of this problem, with no similar reports coming from other major competitors like Coop and Rema 1000. This situation raises concerns for consumers and retailers alike, as functional bank terminals are critical for daily transactions, especially in grocery stores where a large volume of sales occurs.
The situation reflects a broader trend in banking and retail where technology failures can disrupt commerce significantly. As Norgesgruppen works on solutions, customers will likely be affected by potential delays at checkout, emphasizing the reliance of modern retailing on digital payment systems and the need for robust backup solutions in case of such failures.
