Prioritize infrastructure (power, racking, security), throughput capacity, accuracy and lead-time SLAs, carrier network and last-mile reach, WMS integration and reporting, labor skill and scalability, and transparent cost structures that align with projected volumes.

Road connectivity and carrier density directly influence transit times and frequency of deliveries. Strong trunk-road access reduces fuel and driving time, lowering per-shipment costs and improving predictability for scheduled B2B and eCommerce last-mile windows.

Key differences include lower land and labor costs in Enugu State, potentially higher transport legs for some corridors, and variable utility or security expenses. These trade-offs reduce fixed warehousing cost but should be evaluated against outbound transit and carrier rates to calculate total landed cost.

Require a modern WMS with real-time inventory, API integrations for OMS/carriers, barcode/RFID support, and metrics such as pick accuracy, order cycle time, OTIF, inventory variance, and SLA adherence to ensure visibility and control across channels.

Negotiate clear SLAs with performance-based KPIs and remedies, tiered pricing tied to volume bands, transparent activity-based fees, defined minimums and scaling provisions, and a review cadence for capacity planning and rate adjustments.