Regardless of the types of products or services a company offers, most businesses find that storage space becomes an issue as the business grows and expands. This is also true for eCommerce businesses that may start out with limited inventory, but then quickly expand to include hundreds or thousands of items, all of which require storage space.
Regardless of why a Raleigh business may need storage space, working with a company offering warehousing and logistics services is a great way to add professional services and still stay in your operating budget.
Factors to Consider
When working with an outsourced or third-party warehousing and distribution service, there are several factors to keep in mind. The difference in price for services and between warehouses and 3PL (third-party logistics) companies is certainly two factors to consider, but the location is another issue that makes a difference for a Raleigh business.
The Location Factor
The ideal location for any warehousing service is directly related to what the 3PL service provides. For example, if the company offers inventory management and project management services, the business does not have to interact on a regular basis with the warehouse. In this type of situation, the warehouse does not need to be close to or easy to access from the business.
On the other hand, if the warehouse only provides basic receiving and shipping services, the business will need regular access for inventory management, assembly of the product, kitting, and other similar types of services. If possible look for a 3PL service that can provide these tasks, helping to streamline the shipping and delivery part of your business.
Having a warehouse and logistics facility that is located near to major transportation routes is always a benefit. This allows trucks easy access for loading and unloading, which increases efficiency while also decreasing costs.
