• Inventory accuracy and SLA terms
• Carrier connectivity and consolidation frequency
• IT integration (WMS/APIs) for visibility
• Value-added services like temperature control and returns processing

Warehousing in Xiangkhouang generally delivers lower land and labor costs than major hubs, but may have higher per-unit transport costs due to lower carrier density. Scale, handling equipment availability, and proximity to cross-border routes determine final landed cost.

Domestic road shipments to central Laos are commonly 1–3 days; cross-border consolidations to Vietnam typically take 2–5 days depending on routing and customs. Provincial air freight is an option for urgent parcels but is costlier and capacity-constrained versus road consolidation.

Prioritize WMS visibility and API integration, pick-and-pack accuracy, returns processing, temperature-controlled storage if needed, and customs brokerage for cross-border sales. These services reduce lead times and minimize return-to-inventory delays.