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Flavio Macau

Lecturer and researcher in global logistics, supply chain management, and operations management at Edith Cowan University. Chapter WA President and Board Member of the Australasian Supply Chain Institute (ASCI). Associate editor of the RBGN academic journal. Renowned international specialist discussing topics such as supply chain shortages and disruptions, global logistics trends, and the future of manufacturing.

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Will Coles’ product cull remove popular brands from shelves?

The goal is to boost profitability by reducing costs, increasing sales, and increasing control over the supply chain.

Coles imposes limit on egg purchases

An outbreak of avian influenza or “bird flu” in Victoria, leading to culls impacting production at five poultry farms.

What’s driving the potato chip shortage and when will it pass?

It’s up to Australia to create the right conditions to better cope with more volatility, so empty shelves can become a t...
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Groceries delivered in 60 minutes: it’s on the cards but just not yet

Anything short of food magically appearing on your table is on the cards. The one thing that will not change is that con...

What’s causing Australia’s egg shortage? A shift to free-range and short winter

Australia is experiencing a national egg shortage. Prices are rising and supermarket stocks are patchy.