In the news release, Albertsons Online Shopping Program Reintroduced to
Save Money in Current Economic Environment, issued earlier today by Acme over
PR Newswire, we are advised by a representative of the company that the
headline should read "Acme Online Shopping Program Reintroduced to Save Money
in Current Economic Environment" rather than "Albertsons Online Shopping
Program Reintroduced to Save Money in Current Economic Environment" as
originally issued inadvertently. Complete, corrected release follows:
Acme Online Shopping Program Reintroduced to Save Money in Current Economic
Environment
11% of customers buy products on special, even though they hadn't planned on
buying them that day
PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Continuing to be responsive to its
customers' current needs, Acme (a SUPERVALU company) announced today a
reintroduction of the online shopping program to help shoppers save both money
and time -- essential commodities in today's economic environment and
time-starved society. By going to "http://www.acmemarkets.com," shoppers have
the opportunity to create a grocery shopping experience that focuses on three
simple things: quality, value and convenience.
"The Acme online shopping program is just one great example of how
we -- the neighborhood grocer just around the corner -- are working to
accommodate our busy and budget-conscious shoppers," said Amy Richter, an Acme
store director. "Back-to-school time is well under way, and we know that many
families are trying to figure out how to bring order to their crazy schedules
and ultimately spend more time together as a family."
The program, originally launched in 2004, allows shoppers to select
groceries, health and beauty care products, flowers, party supplies and
food-related gift items online at http://www.acmemarkets.com and then have
them delivered to either the front door or ready for pick up at a designated
store. Acme is committed to providing the highest quality and freshest items
to its online shoppers, knowing that these will be key to retaining customers.
Acme also hopes to educate shoppers about how smart online grocery
shopping can affect everyday life in many ways. Time savings is a given, but
the amount of money people can save by preplanning and ordering their
groceries online can add up over the course of a year. Not only are they
saving in fuel costs, but studies show that people do not make as many
spontaneous purchases online. And, having your weekly shopping cart full of
groceries show up at your door for a minimal charge is just an added bonus.
After placing orders online, shoppers select a scheduled delivery or
pick-up time -- anywhere from next day to seven days. Shoppers can change
their orders for home delivery up to 10:00 PM of the night before the
scheduled date of delivery. The charge for home delivery is $12.95 and $5.95
for store pick-up.
When ordering online, Acme automatically gives customers the lowest price
at the time of delivery or pick-up. All sale pricing will be reflected at the
time of payment, with the exception of beer, wine and liquor. Cosmetics and
general merchandise, like magazines, are available, in addition to Acme gift
cards. Pharmacy products are not offered via online shopping.
"Our bottom-line goal for Acme's online grocery shopping experience is to
provide customers with quality products, a quality experience and extra
quality time to spend doing the things they love with the people they love,"
said Richter. "We encourage shoppers to visit http://www.acmemarkets.com to
experience this first-hand."
About Acme Markets
Acme Markets, a SUPERVALU company, operates 130 stores in Pennsylvania,
New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland, employing over 16,000 associates. With a
market-leading position in the Delaware Valley, Acme offers consumers fresh
and convenient supermarket solutions, in addition to services such as Sav-on
Pharmacies at select locations. Established in 1891, the company and its
associates remain committed to the communities they serve, contributing more
than $4 million each year to a variety of local charitable causes. For more
information about Acme, please visit http://www.acmemarkets.com.
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Albertsons Online Shopping Program Reintroduced to Save Money in Current Economic Environment
11% of customers buy products on special, even though they hadn't planned on buying them that day
PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Continuing to be responsive to its
customers' current needs, Acme (a SUPERVALU company) announced today a
reintroduction of the online shopping program to help shoppers save both money
and time -- essential commodities in today's economic environment and
time-starved society. By going to "http://www.acmemarkets.com," shoppers have
the opportunity to create a grocery shopping experience that focuses on three
simple things: quality, value and convenience.
"The Acme online shopping program is just one great example of how
we -- the neighborhood grocer just around the corner -- are working to
accommodate our busy and budget-conscious shoppers," said Amy Richter, an Acme
store director. "Back-to-school time is well under way, and we know that many
families are trying to figure out how to bring order to their crazy schedules
and ultimately spend more time together as a family."
The program, originally launched in 2004, allows shoppers to select
groceries, health and beauty care products, flowers, party supplies and
food-related gift items online at http://www.acmemarkets.com and then have
them delivered to either the front door or ready for pick up at a designated
store. Acme is committed to providing the highest quality and freshest items
to its online shoppers, knowing that these will be key to retaining customers.
Acme also hopes to educate shoppers about how smart online grocery
shopping can affect everyday life in many ways. Time savings is a given, but
the amount of money people can save by preplanning and ordering their
groceries online can add up over the course of a year. Not only are they
saving in fuel costs, but studies show that people do not make as many
spontaneous purchases online. And, having your weekly shopping cart full of
groceries show up at your door for a minimal charge is just an added bonus.
After placing orders online, shoppers select a scheduled delivery or
pick-up time -- anywhere from next day to seven days. Shoppers can change
their orders for home delivery up to 10:00 PM of the night before the
scheduled date of delivery. The charge for home delivery is $12.95 and $5.95
for store pick-up.
When ordering online, Acme automatically gives customers the lowest price
at the time of delivery or pick-up. All sale pricing will be reflected at the
time of payment, with the exception of beer, wine and liquor. Cosmetics and
general merchandise, like magazines, are available, in addition to Acme gift
cards. Pharmacy products are not offered via online shopping.
"Our bottom-line goal for Acme's online grocery shopping experience is to
provide customers with quality products, a quality experience and extra
quality time to spend doing the things they love with the people they love,"
said Richter. "We encourage shoppers to visit http://www.acmemarkets.com to
experience this first-hand."
About Acme Markets
Acme Markets, a SUPERVALU company, operates 130 stores in Pennsylvania,
New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland, employing over 16,000 associates. With a
market-leading position in the Delaware Valley, Acme offers consumers fresh
and convenient supermarket solutions, in addition to services such as Sav-on
Pharmacies at select locations. Established in 1891, the company and its
associates remain committed to the communities they serve, contributing more
than $4 million each year to a variety of local charitable causes. For more
information about Acme, please visit http://www.acmemarkets.com.
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