Prioritize facilities with clear separation of ambient and temperature-controlled zones, dedicated value‑add areas (kitting/returns), and IT systems that integrate with your OMS/WMS. Look for measurable KPIs: pick accuracy, order cycle time, and same‑day dispatch windows. Also confirm linehaul frequency to your primary markets and SLA penalties for missed cutoffs.

Ovalle’s connectivity to national highways supports predictable linehaul to central distribution centers and seaports. Evaluate daily or multi‑daily departures, transload options, and carrier contracts. Reliable LTL and TL networks reduce dwell and inventory days, improving replenishment cadence and export handoff reliability.

Compare per‑pallet storage rates, handling and pick charges, labor hourly rates, utility and HVAC costs (for cold storage), and minimum monthly fees. Factor in inbound receiving windows, detention policies, and any local incentives or tax differentials that affect total landed warehousing cost.

Use flexible slotting and seasonal rate structures to scale without long leases. Leverage inventory pooling and forecast‑driven replenishment to reduce safety stock. Negotiate trial periods, tiered pricing, and clear SLAs for returns processing to control cost and protect service levels during growth phases.