Warehouse storage vs keeping inventory at my facility?

Your warehouse in Mississippi is packed and you're weighing the costs of renting outside storage space. The humidity here makes climate control a factor, and you're not sure if splitting inventory between locations creates more problems than it solves.

Running out of room forces a choice between expanding your current facility or renting warehouse space elsewhere. Outside storage makes sense when your facility costs exceed $8-12 per square foot annually, or when you need overflow capacity during peak seasons. Mississippi's humid climate means any outside facility needs proper climate control for sensitive inventory.

Rental warehouse space typically runs $4-8 per square foot annually, but add transportation costs between locations and inventory management complexity. The total cost depends on how often you move items and whether the facility can ship directly to customers. Factor in your time managing two locations and any technology needed to track split inventory.

Calculate your current cost per square foot including utilities, insurance, and maintenance. Compare that to rental rates plus transportation between your facility and the warehouse. Look for facilities near I-55 or I-20 that offer inventory tracking and can handle direct shipments. Gateway Distribution provides warehouse space with inventory management at our Cincinnati hub, eliminating the need to shuttle products back and forth.

The right outside storage gives you room to grow without the overhead of expanding your facility. Your inventory stays organized, your customers get their orders on time, and you avoid the stress of cramped warehouse conditions.

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