Evaluate facility layout (slotting, pick paths), throughput metrics (orders/hour), WMS and API/EDI integrations, inventory accuracy, SLA guarantees for pick/pack/ship, reverse logistics capability, carrier partnerships (parcel & LTL), peak-season scalability, and transparent cost models including storage, handling, and accessorials.

Proximity to I‑95, the Port of Jacksonville and nearby airports shortens drayage and overland transit. Dense parcel and LTL carrier coverage enables multiple service options and competitive rates, which reduces lead times and shipping spend for both same/next‑day and standard delivery windows.

Model landed cost savings by comparing current freight spend (origin to destination lanes), local labor and storage rates, and carrier discounts achievable from regional volume. Include transition costs, inventory days on hand, and service level impacts; run a 12‑month scenario that captures seasonal peaks for realistic ROI.

Assess the provider’s access to local labor pools, temp staffing partnerships, overtime policies, training programs, and physical expansion options. Confirm SLAs for seasonal ramp, contingency plans for absenteeism, and flexibility in slotting and workforce planning to preserve throughput during peaks.