1. Kroger recognized as a top workplace for IT by Computerworld. 2. This is the eighth consecutive year of recognition for Kroger. 3. Kroger ranks 45th among large organizations in workplace culture. 4. Company emphasizes innovation and resilience in a changing retail landscape. 5. Kroger focuses on empowering associates and adapting to AI impacts.
FAQ
Why Bullish?
Kroger's consistent recognition enhances its brand image, attracting talent and retention. Positive workplace culture can lead to better employee performance, contributing to financial success.
How important is it?
The article highlights Kroger's commitment to workplace culture, which is important for sustainability and growth.
Why Long Term?
The effects of recognition can strengthen Kroger's positioning over time, improving operational efficiency and customer satisfaction in the long-term.
CINCINNATI, Dec. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE:KR), today announced it has been named to Foundry's Computerworld 2026 Best Places to Work in IT. This year's recognition marks the eighth consecutive year Kroger's associates have been recognized by Computerworld for their innovative and industry-leading workplace culture. Kroger ranks No. 45 among large organizations on the Best Places to Work in IT list.
"Each and every day, our associates serve customers across the country, making it easier to shop for fresh, affordable food no matter how they are shopping with us – whether that be in a physical store or through our seamless ecommerce offerings," said Yael Cosset, Kroger's executive vice president & chief digital officer.
This particular distinction is a testament to our team's resiliency and commitment, navigating an ever-changing retail landscape with innovation, creativity, and passion. Our associates enable the company to stay competitive, equipping us to grow with our customers and meet them where they are."
Kroger focuses on building a culture where associates feel empowered to learn, grow and develop while contributing their unique ideas to solve some of the industry's toughest challenges.
"It's clear that AI is having a disruptive impact on IT operations and IT talent," says Barbara Call, global director of content strategy at Foundry. "This year's honorees demonstrate how organizations are proactively evolving their talent strategies to fill much-needed skills gaps and reskill existing staff to be more resilient and responsive to changing needs."
The complete Computerworld 2026 Best Places to Work in IT list can be viewed here.
To learn more about pursuing a career at Kroger or apply for an open role visit: thekrogerco.com/careers.
About Kroger
At The Kroger Co. (NYSE:KR), we are dedicated to our Purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit™. We are, across our family of companies nearly 420,000 associates who serve over 11 million customers daily through a seamless digital shopping experience and retail food stores under a variety of banner names, serving America through food inspiration and uplift, and creating #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities. To learn more about us, visit our newsroom and investor relations site.
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