• Warehouse footprint, layout flexibility, and specialized storage (bonded/cold‑chain).
• Connectivity to port, airport, and expressway networks for transit time optimization.
• WMS integration, real‑time inventory, and SLA guarantees for accuracy and on‑time shipment.

Closer proximity reduces inland drayage and handling steps, shortening door‑to‑door time and lowering costs for import consolidation and export dispatch. Airport access supports higher‑value, time‑sensitive shipments while river port links improve bulk and container throughput for cost‑efficient ocean imports.

• Bonded and customs‑cleared storage for cross‑border inventory optimization.
• Temperature‑controlled zones for food and pharma.
• Pick, pack, kitting, and returns processing aligned to marketplace and D2C flows.

Evaluate the 3PL’s contracted carrier network, frequency of departures to major hubs, and last‑mile partners for urban and suburban coverage. Confirm transit time matrices to Tier‑1 cities, parcel aggregation options, and capabilities for COD or cross‑border parcel services where required.

• Order accuracy and picks per hour benchmarks.
• On‑time shipment rate and dock appointment adherence.
• Inventory reconciliation cadence and shrinkage tolerance.
• Chargeback rules for delays, damages, and system downtime.