Situated in town, in suburban areas with good transport links, or near ports and rail hubs, goods warehouses are typically large buildings with high ceilings and few, if any, dividing walls. There are many ways of storing goods to make the most efficient use of space, depending on the weight, size and shape of the items, amongst other factors. Where goods are stacked high up, or are heavy, the aisles between packing rows need to be wide enough for fork lift trucks. Food and other perishable goods require cold storage facilities, as well as good stock control and logistics to ensure the goods remain at their best.