Kafka, while popular for distributed streaming, is not optimized for traditional queuing tasks due to its resource-intensive nature and lack of native support for core queuing features like concurrency control, error handling, and reliable message ordering. Inngest offers a modern alternative to Kafka with built-in queuing functionality that's simple, reliable, and resource-efficient. It provides high-level abstractions for building sophisticated workflows without needing to construct additional capabilities from scratch. Inngest simplifies workflows by providing built-in reliability and scalability without the complexity of traditional queuing systems, allowing teams to focus on building reliable applications faster and without the maintenance burdens of traditional queuing and workflow solutions.