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How Crumbl Cookies Baked a Logistics Empire—One Weekly Drop at a Time

Most people see Crumbl as a TikTok-fueled cookie brand. But behind the pink box is a meticulously timed logistics machine—driven by weekly menu rotations, national fulfillment, and vertically integrated supply chain playbooks. Here’s how Crumbl scaled faster than almost any dessert brand in America—without losing rhythm.

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Ahmed H. Ali Ahmed H. Ali

Instacart: From Gig Economy Darling to Grocery Logistics Engine

Instacart started as a simple grocery delivery app powered by gig workers. Today, it runs the backend logistics stack for some of the largest grocers in North America—powering order routing, in-store picking, fulfillment optimization, and even micro-fulfillment centers. This is the story of how a shopper app became a logistics platform.

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Ahmed H. Ali Ahmed H. Ali

Lineage Logistics: How a Quiet Roll-Up Became the Cold Chain King

In just 15 years, Lineage Logistics has quietly built the world’s largest cold chain network—touching 30% of U.S. frozen food supply and supporting everything from grocery giants to vaccine distribution. With over 400 facilities, a deep tech stack, and bold energy investments, Lineage has become a masterclass in modern logistics execution.

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