Albertsons is testing a temperature-controlled pick-up module in a Chicago Jewel-Osco location.

To use the system customers will select a kiosk pick-up option on their online checkout and designate a time for collection.  By entering a code on the control panel of the module, pre-ordered groceries whether fresh, refrigerated or frozen are automatically delivered.

The modules designed and fabricated by Cleveron are also under evaluation by Walmart and ASDA in the U.K.

Albertsons has sharply increased their number of curbside orders with 1,400 locations available representing more than half of 2,300 stores in thirty-four states.  Albertsons should have 2,000 click-and-collect centers in operation by the end of 2021.