Locating inventory in Kunming shortens overland transit to Southeast Asia and southwest China, and provides access to air freight via Changshui Airport and growing rail corridors. Evaluate a 3PL's multimodal carrier agreements, scheduled departures, and customs handling to ensure consistent transit windows and competitive freight rates.

Prioritize facilities with scalable storage density, pick‑pack throughput, integrated WMS, barcode and SKU traceability, returns processing (reverse logistics), and temperature control when needed. Also confirm SLA guarantees for order cycle times, peak season labor plans, and IT integration (APIs/E‑DI) for omnichannel fulfillment.

Compare unit storage rates by pallet and cubic meter, receiving and handling fees, pick/pack pricing, inbound and outbound freight options, minimum volume commitments, and demurrage or detention policies. Include projected inventory days and labor surge charges to model true landed cost under typical and peak demand scenarios.

Yes. Kunming offers bonded and special trade zone facilities that support duty deferral, consolidation, and export processing. When evaluating 3PLs, confirm their bonded license status, customs clearance experience, and capabilities for bonded picking, labeling, and documentation to streamline cross‑border flows.