FIVE STRATEGIC IMPERATIVES

Supporting a vision and mission this big in today’s tough retail market takes real financial and competitive muscle. The five strategic imperatives provide the power and discipline we need to transform Albertsons into the world’s number one food and drug retailer.

Trim the Fat
Imperative #1: Aggressive cost and process control

Invest in the Best
Imperative #2: Maximize return on invested capital

Customers First
Imperative #3: Customer-focused approach to growth

Set the Curve
Imperative #4: Company-wide focus on technology

Energize Us
Imperative #5: Energized associates