Prioritize WMS integration and real-time inventory visibility, SLA performance (pick/pack/ship speeds and accuracy), dock and racking capacity, cross-dock and consolidation capability, value-added services (kitting, labeling, returns), and carrier partnerships. Also validate peak-season scalability, onboarding timeline, and reporting for cost-to-serve analysis.

Pricing commonly includes storage per pallet or bin, pick-and-pack per order or per line, receiving and inspection fees, outbound freight pass-through or negotiated rates, and charges for value-added services. Key drivers: SKU velocity, average order lines, inbound pallet mix, required SLAs, and seasonal volume swings that affect minimal commitments or tiered pricing.

A Shreveport hub provides strong regional reach: efficient distribution into Texas, Arkansas, and the central Gulf states, enabling reliable next-day or two-day ground coverage to many population centers. Use transit time maps and carrier zone analysis to quantify parcel cost savings for your specific order profile and delivery promise.

Look for dock-door density and trailer marshalling, clear height and racking configuration for cubic utilization, reverse-logistics lanes for returns, segregated kitting and staging areas, accurate lot/serial control, and tested WMS/OMS API integrations. These capabilities support split-channel fulfillment and reduce order cycle times.