The Math of Extraction
Clinical data visualizations mapping how third-party delivery algorithms impact Valdosta's independent food ecosystem.
The Lowndes County Baseline
Average Commission Cap
The standard maximum margin extracted from local independent kitchens on every corporate app transaction before added consumer fees.
True Driver IRS Mileage Cost
The standard federal benchmark for vehicle depreciation, fuel, and maintenance that black-box algorithms frequently obscure from delivery contractors.
Transparency Mandate
Georgia state law requiring explicit written consent before a third-party platform can legally list a restaurant's proprietary menu options.
The Real Cost Pipeline
When a consumer spends $100 on a standard corporate delivery platform, here is where the money actually routes:
| Allocation Target | Standard Restaurant Model | Corporate App Model | Economic Destination |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen Gross Revenue | $90.00 | $70.00 | Local Inventory & Kitchen Labor |
| Driver Base Allocation | $10.00 | $4.50 | Local Contractor Operational Cost |
| Algorithmic Service Fee | $0.00 | $12.50 | Out-of-State Corporate Treasury |
| Asymmetric Menu Markup | $0.00 | $13.00 | Siphoned Consumer Capital |
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