E-Commerce Wars: Why Retailers Are Fighting for Seattle's Best

Staples' newest office space, located in downtown Seattle, is decked out with graffiti-covered walls, large windows overlooking the Puget Sound and a ping-pong table. The spacious loft is fit for a Silicon Valley startup. And for good reason: it is home to Staples e-commerce team and is designed to lure engineers and other in-demand talent to the company.