Require on-time-in-full (OTIF), order accuracy, average pick/pack productivity, inventory accuracy (cycle-count results), dock-door throughput, and chargeback frequency. Also assess reporting cadence, API/EDI availability for real-time order and inventory visibility, and documented peak-season ramp plans to measure scalability.

Proximity to provincial highways shortens miles to major markets, reducing fuel and linehaul costs. A Camrose facility can enable LTL pooling and parcel consolidation, reduce surcharge exposure, and improve last-mile routing. Verify carrier density, scheduled pickups, and negotiated zone rates to quantify savings.

Prioritize facilities with scalable racking and dock capacity, mezzanine and pick-face flexibility, temperature control where needed, robust fire suppression, and clear health and safety certifications. Confirm WMS functionality for batch picks, returns handling, ASN/E2E integrations, and confirmed SLA penalties for peak performance.

Ask for tiered pricing by volume, short-term ramp provisions, and clause options for seasonal increases. Validate available footprint growth, sublease or flexible bay arrangements, onboarding timelines, and transition service levels. Check references for how the 3PL handled previous scale-ups and contract adjustments.