Assess WMS/TMS integration, inventory accuracy, SLA commitments (pick-to-ship, order-to-delivery), security, and reporting. Confirm peak capacity, labor flexibility, slotting efficiency, reverse logistics processes, and ecommerce-specific services like kitting and multi-carrier parcel integrations.

Proximity to NH16 and nearby ports reduces road miles to major southern and eastern markets and expands carrier options (regional truckers, intermodal providers). Model lane performance to Chennai, Bengaluru and Visakhapatnam for realistic transit times and compare routed vs hub-and-spoke cost profiles.

Include fixed rent and amortized fit-out, variable handling and labor, inbound/outbound transport, packaging, inventory carrying, WMS fees, slotting or scanning surcharges, and seasonal uplifts. Run cost-per-order and landed-cost scenarios for typical SKUs and peak periods.

Prioritize multi-temperature zones, dedicated vs shared pick lines, cross-dock capability, modular racked storage for fast movers, and clear expansion options. Verify SLA tiers, returns handling, and ability to support B2B pallets plus B2C unit-level picking without service degradation.