Prioritize throughput capacity, order accuracy rates (pick/pack), SLA adherence, warehouse management system (WMS) compatibility, and scalability of labor and storage. Also assess inbound/outbound dock configuration, cross-dock capability, and carrier integration to ensure the provider supports your channel mix and delivery promises.

Local 3PLs in Gnagna often offer lower land and labor-based storage rates but may charge higher per-shipment handling or less volume discounting. Regional hubs can provide economies of scale on picking and parcel rates. Compare base storage, pick/pack, receiving, chargebacks, and accessorials to model true landed cost by SKU and channel.

Onboarding commonly ranges from 6 to 12 weeks for standard integrations: 2–4 weeks for SLA and process alignment, 2–6 weeks for WMS/API integration and testing, and 1–2 weeks for pilot orders and staff training. Complex omnichannel or EDI setups can extend timelines; include contingency for customs or cross-border requirements if applicable.

Evaluate proximity to primary highways and freight corridors, density of last-mile carriers, typical transit zones to key customer clusters, and availability of multi-carrier tendering. Map out parcel transit-time contours and run carrier rate comparisons from candidate sites to quantify delivery speed vs. cost trade-offs for target markets.