When organizations need support for warehouse operations, inventory management, procurement, or contracting, contingent labor can seem like the easiest option. If there is a gap to fill or workload increases, bringing in additional people feels like a quick solution. The challenge is that supply chain operations are not just about filling roles. They depend on consistency, process discipline, and teams that understand how the work connects across functions.

At ASCI, supporting veterans isn't just good PR. It's personal. We're a veteran co-owned company, and many of us have made the transition from active duty ourselves. That means we know how tough it can be to figure out your next move.

If you’ve worked in federal procurement recently, you’ve likely felt the increased pressure to source domestically. The Buy American Act (BAA) and Build America, Buy America Act (BABA) aren’t just buzzwords—they’re shaping the way we operate.

Explore the strategies that businesses can utilize to manage tariff impacts across four critical areas in supply chain management

Explore the strategies that businesses can utilize to manage tariff impacts across four critical areas in supply chain management

Bidding a contract on the lowest price can overlook key factors like quality and performance, often leading to long-term inefficiencies.

Procurement has traditionally been seen as a back-office function, but this area is fast becoming a gold mine for smart automation.