Selecting a warehouse that perfectly suits your needs is like trying to find a needle in a haystack. It can be a harrowing and frustrating experience especially when there is strong demand.
There are many factors which must be considered. Here are just 10 of them.
As with virtually any decision regarding real estate, LOCATION is a prime consideration. You must take into account the location of, not just your distribution points, but also the location of your suppliers as well. Are you importing or exporting goods and materials? If so, you should be close to a port that that can efficiently, reliably and safely handle your goods. A poorly chosen location can lead to excessive freight costs into and also going out of your facility. The essential question is whether or not your chosen location will cost you a lot of money and, if so, how much?
