Prioritize facility proximity to the border crossing, bonded storage and customs brokerage integrations, carrier connectivity (regional trucking lanes), available temperature control, and measured SLAs for pick‑pack and cut‑off times. Also evaluate warehouse management system (WMS) capabilities, EDI/API integration, and onboarding timelines to ensure seamless order flow.

Bonded facilities and integrated brokerage reduce import duties timing and customs delays by enabling deferred clearance and consolidated filings. That shortens administrative lead times and lowers inventory carrying costs. Choose partners with proven cross-border documentation processes and real-time customs visibility to reduce dwell time and avoid demurrage.

Analyze warehouse rent per pallet position, labor rates and productivity, inbound/outbound trucking rates (including cross-border fees), value-added service charges (kitting, QC, temperature control), and inventory carrying costs. Factor in expected SKU velocity and seasonality to model per-order costs under different throughput scenarios.

Yes. Small and mid-size merchants can scale using Ojinaga 3PLs that offer modular slotting, pick-and-pack pricing tiers, and integrated shipping rates. Expect SLA elements for order cut-off, same-day/next-day processing windows, inventory accuracy targets (usually 98–99%), and defined claims/chargeback processes. Validate ramp schedules and peak-season capacity commitments up front.