Prioritize location relative to Onitsha and main highways, SLA guarantees for pick/pack and dispatch, IT integrations (WMS/API), seasonal labor scalability, security and compliance for goods-in-transit, and transparent pricing that isolates storage, handling and transport line items.

Lease and land costs in Anambra State are generally lower than coastal ports, lowering fixed occupancy. Key cost drivers: inbound freight to the facility, local drayage, labor productivity, inventory carrying, and carrier lane density. Model total landed cost, not just rent per square metre.

Critical factors include road quality to Onitsha and regional highways, availability of scheduled truck services, proximity to express cargo terminals, tie‑ins to national carrier networks, and local consolidation options to reduce multi-stop delays.

Confirm WMS capabilities, API or EDI connectivity for order and inventory sync, real-time reporting and KPIs, returns handling processes, pick accuracy SLAs, and capacity commitments for peak seasons. Where useful, request sample test integrations and service performance data.