Prioritize measurable operational capabilities: WMS API readiness, pick‑and‑pack throughput, inbound/outbound dock capacity, racking density and storage cube, cross‑dock and consolidation options, and transparent cost models (pick fee, storage tiers, value‑added activity pricing). Also verify SLA terms, reporting cadence, and contingency plans for seasonal peaks.

Closer access to rail, river and highway corridors reduces dray time to export gateways and enables mode optimization (rail vs truck) for cost versus speed tradeoffs. Consolidation at bonded facilities can lower duties and expedite customs clearance, improving landed cost and predictability for export lanes originating from Wuzhou.

Common KPIs include on‑time shipment rate, order accuracy, pick‑per‑hour productivity, inventory accuracy, dock‑to‑stock cycle time and chargeback thresholds for SLA breaches. Contracts should specify capacity commitments for peak windows, penalty structures, forecasting cadence and collaborative demand planning processes.

Bonded status enables deferred duties and streamlined re‑export processes, while integrated WMS with customs messaging reduces paperwork and cycle time. Value‑added services (kitting, labeling, inspection) performed in‑warehouse cut touchpoints and transit legs, increasing inventory velocity and improving time‑to‑customer for cross‑border fulfillment.