By analyzing the large volumes of anonymous data generated by mobile devices, it is possible to establish whether a distribution center has a commercial relationship with other logistics complexes, and even with establishments that serve the end consumer.
Using the most advanced Big Data tools, it is possible to understand the behavior of the supply chains of companies in the retail sector, since by monitoring delivery parts and counting mutual visits between suppliers and vendors, it is possible to identify and establish which are the most important relationships between distribution centers and points of sale to the end consumer, such as stores.
Small warehouses located in strategic locations that serve to quickly distribute the merchandise sold online, are the type of properties that in this context of new business reality have gained ground.
When analyzing the Guatemalan market, it is reported that one of the geographic regions in which the productive activity of this sector is increasing is composed of Villa Nueva, Villa Canales and San Miguel Petapa, municipalities of the department of Guatemala that are located south of the capital of the country. This area is a commercial node that has developed quickly in recent years.
Segex, a logistics company that operates in Costa Rica's Coyol Free Zone, invested $10 million to build new infrastructure and equip its facilities.
The Costa Rican company has invested to double its production capacity in order to offer integrated logistics services to important companies in the life sciences industry within the Coyol Free Zone.
According to the official announcement, the new 5,000m² building features a distribution center with space for 6,000 pallet positions, a product conditioning laboratory, spacious receiving and unloading areas, large cold storage rooms as well as common areas designed to promote the well-being of its employees.
Reducing delivery times of products sold through digital channels and maintaining different supply and distribution options to face scenarios of trade restrictions are some of the challenges that companies face in this new business reality.
In Central America during 2020, companies had to adjust quickly to the demands arising from the health crisis caused by the covid-19 outbreak, as restrictions on consumer mobility and face-to-face sales were continuous.
In a 30-hectare lot located five kilometers from the Container Terminal in Moin, Costa Rica, construction will begin in the first half of 2021, a logistics complex that will focus on the management of local or imported cargo.
The project, called "Plataforma Logística Caribe" (PLACA), will be placed near Route 32, the road section from Limón to San José.
A multipurpose tower in El Salvador, a logistics park in Panama and a corporate center in Guatemala are part of the investments planned for the coming months in Central America.
The interactive system "Construction in Central America", compiled by the Business Intelligence Unit at CentralAmericaData, includes an up to date list of public and private construction projects that are planned to be built soon.
In Costa Rica, DHL Global plans to expand its storage center in Alajuela, for which it will invest about $5.5 million over the next seven years.
Representatives of the company reported that the investment will include workstations, handling equipment, selective racks, fire protection system, surveillance cameras and security.
Rodrigo Jalil, CEO DHL Costa Rica, explained to Elfinancierocr.com that "...
Last year, 44 environmental impact studies were presented in countries in the region for construction of industrial plants of different types and improvements in some existing ones.
The interactive platform "Construction in Central America", compiled by the Business Intelligence Unit at CentralAmericaData, includes an up to date list of public and private construction projects for which environmental impact studies (EIA) were presented to the respective institutions of each country.
In Costa Rica, plans are underway to invest around $20 million next year in the construction of 5 new buildings in the Coyol Free Zone, in Alajuela.
Carlos Wong, director of Zona Franca Coyol, explained to Elfinancierocr.com that "... the free zone has 107 hectares in which there are 200,000 square meters (m²) of industrial buildings and another 200,000 m² to be built over the next seven years."
An industrial park, a wind power plant and high rise condominiums are some of the projects planned for development in the country in the coming months.
Data from the interactive platform "Construction in Central America", compiled by the Business Intelligence Unit at CentralAmericaData:
In the last year 69 environmental impact studies were submitted in countries in the region to build industrial warehouses and logistics parks.
The interactive platform "Construction in Central America", compiled by the Business Intelligence Unit at CentralAmericaData, includes an up to date list of public and private construction projects for which environmental impact studies (EIA) were submitted to the respective institutions in each country.
In the Greater Metropolitan Area 46% of the inventory of industrial real estate developments, such as warehouses and industrial buildings, are located in Heredia and Alajuela.
From a statement by Newmark Grubb Central America:
The provinces of Alajuela and Heredia, with 24% and 22% of the total inventory of industrial real estate developments in the Greater Metropolitan Area respectively, maintain the lead as suitable for complexes such as warehouses, mini-warehouses, industrial buildings and logistic works.
Security of goods in the logistics chain is the main theme of the congress to be held on September 22 in Costa Rica.
The event is being organized by the Chamber of Foreign Trade in Costa Rica and will be held at the Cariari Country Club Convention Center.
Legal procedures, security of cargo at its origin, insurance policies and the importance of reporting incidents are some of the issues which will be discussed during the activity.
Ten companies have already shown interest in setting up in the logistics center to be developed in Tocumen, whose business plan and regulations for a free zone could be ready in September.
Among the activities that will be developed by the companies operating in the logistics park are packing and repacking, as well as product manufacturing and other complementary activities.