Sustainable energy doesn’t move forward on ideas alone. It moves forward through planning, procurement, warehousing, transportation, inventory control, and project execution. As ASCI prepares to attend the Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference, we’re exploring how smarter supply chain practices support real energy projects and why in Alaska, getting the logistics right can make or break a job.

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.

As 2025 comes to a close, we’re highlighting the three most visited blogs on our site this year. Each one was published earlier but struck a chord in 2025 for good reason. They cover three critical areas that shaped this year’s supply chain conversations: staging materials effectively, selecting the right transportation modes, and managing production risks with confidence. These were not just popular topics. They were key strategies used by teams across industries to stay ahe