In a resilient response to a devastating fire, Saint Lucia’s premier technology retailer Computer World has established a temporary operational base at the Daher Commercial Centre in Bois d’Orange. This strategic relocation positions the company directly opposite the charred remnants of its former building, symbolizing its commitment to recovery and continued service to the community.
The catastrophic blaze on March 6th completely gutted the Computer World structure, consuming the retail storefront, warehouse, and entire inventory. Firefighting crews confronted intense smoke and hazardous materials during their efforts to contain the inferno, which resulted in extensive property and data loss.
Manager Melicia Thomas confirmed the phased reopening strategy, stating that accounting services will resume operations first. This initial phase is critical for reconstructing the company’s digital records and financial data lost in the disaster. The retail component is projected to follow shortly thereafter, targeting a reopening date of Monday, March 23, 2026.
‘Our accounting department must take priority as we need to re-enter all our operational data,’ Thomas explained. ‘The physical store will commence operations in the subsequent week.’
Thomas revealed the profound impact on staff members, noting that some employees lost personal belongings stored onsite. Despite the emotional devastation and concerns about job security, the team has demonstrated remarkable solidarity. ‘We function as a family unit,’ Thomas emphasized. ‘We collectively mobilized to secure a new location and guarantee employment preservation for all our team members.’
Computer World has established itself as an institutional provider of technology solutions and office supplies in Saint Lucia, serving corporate clients, educational institutions, and individual consumers with computing equipment, printers, networking hardware, and electronic devices.