In the current landscape, negative ramifications of the COVID-19 virus are being felt throughout the entire supply chain. Cities around the world are quarantined and are not allowed to go outside, pushing retail and hospitality into uncomfortable situations. Nevertheless, the warehousing and logistics sectors are more in demand than ever as companies rush to get their products and services online. As warehousing Specialist, you have been appointed to be a senior member of a project team that has been set up to find more storage space for medical supplies and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). The budget and time constraint does not allow for a new build and so you will have to select from a range of pre-built warehouses.

Analyse the factors that you would need to consider when evaluating if an existing warehouse site is suitable for the organisation’s needs.