Prioritize measurable KPIs: transit-time and on-time delivery, inventory accuracy, dock throughput, and pick/pack speed. Verify WMS/EDI integrations, carrier partnerships, bonded or temperature-controlled capacity, local labor skillsets, and clear SLAs with penalties for missed targets to protect omnichannel performance.

Closer access to Roberts International Airport reduces air transit and handling time for high-priority SKUs, while reasonable road links to coastal ports shorten the ocean-land handoff. The net effect is lower lead times and potential freight-cost savings, provided road quality and customs throughput are consistent.

Look for modern WMS with real-time inventory, barcode/RFID scanning, configurable picking logic, integrated carrier booking, and support for cross-dock, kitting, and returns. Temperature control, secure bonded space, trained labor, and SLAs for accuracy and turnaround are equally important for scale.

Pricing can vary by storage unit (pallet/cubic), pick-and-pack fees, inbound handling, and minimum monthly volumes. Negotiate transparent cost-to-serve modeling, tiered volume discounts, clear SLA metrics with credits for failures, defined accessorial fees, and contract exit terms to avoid hidden costs.