Albertsons Philtech Inc.

Safeway Philtech Inc. stands as a beacon of technological innovation and a vital technology center for Albertsons Companies, one of North America's largest supermarket chains. Inaugurated on April 1, 2003, Philtech was founded on the principle that quality service is at the core of its business, recognizing the technical competency of Filipino IT workers and their ability to be global players. Through groundbreaking technology, Safeway Philtech is revolutionizing IT solutions for the retail enterprise by developing software solutions tailored to the needs of its onshore business partners. The company also provides critical testing and maintenance services to ensure the quality and usability of Albertsons Companies' systems, alongside managing retail laboratory facilities where various retail hardware and system applications are tested before U.S. store rollouts. Philtech's capabilities have significantly evolved from primarily application support work to encompassing a wide array of IT services, including development, project management, quality assurance, and infrastructure support across diverse platforms like Mainframe, Midrange, and Web. This deep involvement with hundreds of enterprise-wide applications has transformed Safeway Philtech into a dynamic hub of expertise in both legacy and cutting-edge technologies.

As a fully-owned subsidiary of Safeway Philtech Holdings, Inc., which in turn is a U.S.-based subsidiary of Albertsons Companies, Philtech plays an integral role in enabling Albertsons Companies to maintain a competitive edge in the marketplace, optimize operations through streamlined and automated processes, and create a first-class shopping experience that improves customer loyalty and boosts profits. The company's commitment to innovation is further demonstrated by its focus on emerging technologies such as data analytics, cloud computing, AI, and machine learning. Safeway Philtech prides itself on being customer-driven, making decisions based on what's best for its customers and empowering its associates to make a positive impact. The company fosters a culture of ownership, integrity, pride, and passion, holding itself accountable and engaging constructively to deliver results that matter. With a workforce of over 400 professional-technical employees, and reported as 792 in 2023, Safeway Philtech is a significant hub of competent IT professionals, continuously investing in the personal and professional growth of its associates.