Prioritize WMS/TMS integration, inventory accuracy, order cycle times, picking technology (batch, zone, voice), returns handling, and scalability. Verify SLA definitions, value‑added services (kitting, QC), and KPIs used to measure throughput and OTIF performance.

Location near the A6/A5 corridors shortens road transit to Paris and southern France, reducing inbound and last‑mile miles. Proximity to rail terminals and carriers' regional hubs lowers multimodal handling costs and enables aggregated lanes for lower per‑unit transport rates.

Verify clear height, racked capacity, dock count, cross‑dock capability, temperature control zones, segregation for hazardous or high‑value goods, security systems, certifications (ISO, GDP if applicable), and WMS functionality for B2B order profiles.

Request a detailed rate card with accessorials, dimensional and weight pricing, inventory carrying fees, and SLA‑based penalties. Model cost‑to‑serve by SKU, include forecasted seasonality, and require regular reporting and audit rights to reconcile billed activity against agreed metrics.