Prioritize port and highway proximity, bonded status, multimodal handling, available cube and racking, labor skill and scalability, security and insurance, WMS/API capability, SLA guarantees, and proof of carrier integrations. Assess sample KPIs (OTD, order accuracy, pick speed) and request site visits and references focused on similar SKU profiles and seasonal peaks.

Adjara offers shortsea and feeder connections via Black Sea ports plus regional trucking corridors, which can reduce overland transit compared with more distant hubs. Carrier options typically include regional trucking pools, shortsea feeders, and cross-border customs brokers; network density and port schedules will affect lead times and routing flexibility for time-sensitive shipments.

Expect line items for storage (per pallet/cbm), receiving and put-away, pick-and-pack, outbound handling, returns processing, value-added services, customs handling, and fuel or peak-season surcharges. Negotiate minimums, SLA credits, slotting fees, and clear billing cadences to align pricing with expected volumes and seasonality.

Request WMS/API demos, sample EDI/API integration tests, proof of SLA reporting, historical KPI dashboards, and client references. Conduct operational audits or short pilot programs to measure pick accuracy, lead-time consistency, inventory reconciliation, and exception handling workflows before scaling to full operations.