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Fetch Becomes First RMN Partner With Albertsons Media Collective

Madison, Wisconsin-based Fetch has announced its first retail media network (RMN) partnership with Albertsons Media Collective, the retail media arm of Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Cos. The integration extends the reach of the collective, expanding the grocer’s service model offerings to consumer-packaged goods brands looking to drive retailer-specific sales. Fetch will fold into Albertsons Media Collective’s […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, Southwest

The United Family Launches Tally Robot Program In Select Stores

The United Family, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Albertsons Cos., has launched Tally, an autonomous robot that is part of Simbe’s store intelligence platform. This pilot will introduce Tally in select stores to enhance inventory management, improve out-of-stock items and elevate the overall guest shopping experience. The United Family will utilize this technology across its Texas […]

Posted inExecutive News, Albertsons, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Merchandising News, Northeast, The Kroger Co.

C&S Wholesale Grocers’ EVP, Chief Procurement Officer Papaleo To Retire

Michael Papaleo, EVP and chief procurement officer for Keene, New Hampshire-based C&S Wholesale Grocers, is retiring. He will continue to serve the company as a strategic advisor through the coming year. Mark McGowan, EVP of retail and CMO, will lead C&S’s merchandising organization. Andrew Connell, SVP of procurement, will lead all procurement, demand planning and inbound planning. […]

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Afresh Introduces DC Forecasts, Albertsons Cos. First Customer To Implement

Afresh Technologies has launched its first solution for distribution centers, Afresh DC Forecasts, with Albertsons Cos. as its first customer to test the product. The new AI-powered DC Forecasts offer the first fresh-specific technology solution for DC buyers that automatically compiles the data the buyers must consider every day to forecast upcoming orders from the […]

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Report: Delivery Helps SNAP Customers Access Groceries

DoorDash has released the results of an independent survey of SNAP consumers titled “How Online Grocery Delivery with SNAP Broadens Food Access Across the U.S.,” which demonstrates that grocery delivery increases access to nutritious food, saves time and makes it easier for consumers to purchase affordable meals. DoorDash also announced increased SNAP/EBT availability with new merchants […]

Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Albertsons, Beverage News, West

Albertsons Cos. Introduces New Private Label Bee Lightly Wines

Albertsons Cos. has launched Bee Lightly, the newest addition to the company’s Own Brands wine portfolio, distinguished by its flat bottle design made from 100 percent recycled polyethylene terephthalate. This approach to wine packaging marks a first in the U.S. market, highlighting its commitment to recycled solutions. The 2022 Bee Lightly Chardonnay and the 2023 Bee […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Southwest

The United Family Debuts New Market Street Store In Amarillo, TX

The United Family debuted its new Market Street location Sept. 10 in Amarillo, Texas, to media and community members with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony, as well as store tours. The store – the 99th location for the grocer – opened to the public on Sept. 11. This store continues the modern evolution of the company’s […]

Posted inBakery News, Albertsons, Midwest, The Kroger Co.

T. Marzetti Co. Introduces New York Bakery Gluten Free Texas Toast

T. Marzetti Company, a subsidiary of Ohio-based Lancaster Colony Corp., is introducing a gluten-free line of New York Bakery Texas Toast. The offering features gluten-free versions of the brand’s classic Garlic Texas Toast and Five Cheese Texas Toast. Both products will be available nationwide this fall. With more than a decade of recipe and production […]