Prioritize location relative to highways and transshipment points, WMS and integration capabilities, SLA commitments (pick accuracy, order lead time), flexible labor and surge capacity, transparent pricing (storage, pick/pack, inbound/outbound), and value‑added services such as kitting or returns management.

Warehousing and local labor in Viqueque are often lower than major urban centers, reducing fixed storage costs. Tradeoffs include potential increases in first‑mile or cross‑dock transit to major ports or distribution centers, so analyze total landed cost, transit variability, and inventory velocity before selecting a location.

Evaluate availability of regional carriers and last‑mile partners, proximity to feeder port services, scheduled transit frequencies, consolidation options, customs handling capabilities, and the 3PL’s experience coordinating multimodal moves to minimize transit variability and optimize delivery windows.