Focus on multimodal access (road, rail, inland port), racking density, clear height, cross-dock capacity, and available value‑added services (kitting, returns processing). Verify WMS compatibility, SLA metrics (pick accuracy, lead times), security, and peak‑season scalability to align with your fulfillment model.

Zhenjiang provides shortened inland transit to Yangtze ports and direct expressway/rail links to major coastal metros, improving lead times to eastern China markets. Exporters benefit from proximity to river and seaport gateways, allowing blended carrier strategies (truck, rail, barge) to optimize cost and transit time.

Negotiate transparent pricing for storage (by pallet, cubic meter), throughput charges (receiving, picking, packing), minimums, seasonal volume windows, and fuel/handling surcharges. Include SLAs for accuracy and lead time, liability limits, inventory reconciliation cadence, and a defined onboarding and exit plan.

Validate WMS/ERP integration options (APIs, EDI), visibility and reporting, support for distributed inventory strategies, and peak labor augmentation. Assess automation readiness (sortation, conveyors), onboarding timelines, staff training, and a roadmap for expanding SKUs or channels without service disruption.