Prioritize network location relative to demand zones, carrier connectivity and transit times, WMS and API integrations for inventory visibility, scalability of space and labor, value‑added services (kitting, returns), and clear SLA/KPI reporting to track accuracy and cycle times.

Location affects zone distribution, carrier rate tiers and average transit days. A multi‑node approach using a facility in Haa can lower last‑mile fees and delivery windows for nearby markets, while centralized staging may reduce inventory carrying costs but increase transit expense to distant customers.

Expect enterprise WMS with real‑time inventory, barcode/RFID scanning, slotting and cycle‑count programs, scalable pick‑pack configurations, cross‑dock capability, and EDI/API connectivity for order flow and carrier tendering to maintain accuracy and accelerate turns.

Negotiate transparent, itemized pricing (storage, receiving, pick/pack, returns) with volume‑tier discounts, flexible labor clauses for peak periods, clear SLA definitions and chargebacks for missed KPIs, and agreed mechanisms for space reservation and scalable capacity during seasonality.