Assess warehouse footprint and modular expansion options, technology stack (WMS/API integrations), SLA performance for pick/pack and shipping, carrier partnerships for domestic and cross-border lanes, and total landed cost including handling, storage, and local distribution. Also validate contingency plans for seasonal peaks and Andes corridor disruptions.

A Tinogasta-based 3PL can shorten western corridor transit to Chile and centralize cross-border consolidation, but transit to Buenos Aires may add road time versus coastal hubs. Evaluate carrier frequency, scheduled departures, and consolidation options to optimize lead times and transport costs.

Look for modern WMS with API connectivity for real-time inventory, barcode/RFID scanning, lot and batch control, temperature-controlled zones if needed, and omnichannel order routing. Confirm ability to handle returns, kitting, and value-added services to support direct-to-consumer and wholesale channels.

Primary cost drivers are storage rates, pick/pack labor, inbound/outbound transportation, and cross-docking fees. Optimization tactics include demand-based slotting, packaging right-sizing, carrier contract negotiation for regional lanes, and leveraging multi-client warehouses to dilute fixed costs.