Albertsons Media Collective has begun a new integration with Criteo, the global commerce intelligence platform, that brings sponsored product discovery into Albertsons Cos.’ AI-powered conversational search. The integration enables brands to connect with shoppers as they plan meals, discover products and build baskets. Through Criteo, eligible sponsored products can appear within AI-powered conversational search product […]
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Albertsons traces its roots back to its founding in 1939 by Joe Albertson in Boise, Idaho. With a commitment to providing quality products and exceptional service, Albertsons quickly gained popularity. Over the years, the company expanded its presence and, as of 2023, operates over 2000 locations across 34 states and the District of Columbia.
Albertsons prides itself on providing an array of exclusive and specialty items. From artisanal cheeses and locally sourced organic produce to proprietary brands offering high-quality and innovative choices, they are a haven for those seeking distinct and premium products. The supermarket chain prioritizes customer satisfaction, offering a variety of services and products to meet the diverse needs of its shoppers. Albertsons has evolved to embrace modern shopping trends while maintaining its commitment to quality and affordability. By acting on their vision of community engagement and customer loyalty, the company continues to be a leading player in the grocery retail industry.
Today, Albertsons serves as one of 20 banners under Albertsons Companies, and operates 2200 stores in 34 states including California, Texas, Nevada and the District of Columbia. Additional banners include Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw’s, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market, Haggen, Carrs, Kings Food Markets, and Balducci’s Food Lovers Market.
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Albertsons Launches ‘Nourish the American Dream’ Hunger Campaign
Together with more than 250 partners, the movement aims to raise $5 million from July 1‑7 for childhood hunger relief.
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Albertsons, P&G Debut Branded Entertainment Series ‘Rico’s Tacos’
Albertsons Media Collective has unveiled a new branded entertainment model: episodic, scripted branded entertainment co‑created with retailer shopper intelligence and distributed across the Albertsons Media Collective platform. Procter & Gamble is the strategic co‑development partner for the inaugural work, a Minivela drama titled Rico’s Tacos, launching June 23. “The brands that will win are the ones […]
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Texas AG Settles With Chain Over Pesticides On Organic Produce
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has secured a settlement with Albertsons Safeway LLC over the unauthorized use of synthetic pesticides on organic produce in its Texas stores. The agreement, formalized as an Assurance of Voluntary Compliance, centers on ProduceMaxx, an EPA-registered antimicrobial pesticide containing hypochlorous acid, a chlorine‑based compound. According to the investigation, which launched […]
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Albertsons Deploys AI Vision Tool To Boost Produce Consistency Across DCs
Albertsons Companies has launched an artificial intelligence-powered supply chain tool designed to help distribution center inspectors maintain tighter quality control over fresh fruits and vegetables. The Intelligent Quality Control tool, built in-house by Albertsons’ technology and supply chain teams, uses Google Cloud’s Gemini Enterprise (including Vision AI and Gemini models) to support quality inspectors. The […]
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Albertsons Expands Free Curbside Prescription Pickup Nationwide
Albertsons Companies Inc. has expanded its DriveUp & Go to include free curbside pickup for eligible pharmacy prescriptions nationwide. Customers can get medications without waiting in line or leaving their vehicles at more than 1,700 participating store and pharmacy locations. “At Albertsons Cos., our focus is making health care simpler and more convenient for the […]
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Tom Thumb Touts Store Opening In North TX
Shoppers lined up overnight April 24 as the newest Tom Thumb grocery store in North Texas opened at 4221 FM 1387 in Midlothian. The 59,000-square-foot store is one of four new Tom Thumb locations that have debuted in the region within the past five months. The fifth, under construction in Lucas, is expected to open […]
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Albertsons Media Collective Introduces Onsite Incrementality Measurement
Albertsons Media Collective, the retail media arm for Albertsons Companies Inc., has launched an onsite incrementality measurement, a new capability designed to help advertisers better understand the true impact of their retail media investments. As brands increasingly prioritize incrementality as a key performance indicator, the solution provides insight into how onsite display media is driving […]