Prioritize SLA performance (picking/packing lead times), carrier integrations and last-mile reach, WMS and inventory visibility, bonded versus non‑bonded capability if importing, and scalability of footprint and labor during peak seasons. Also verify reverse logistics and returns handling capabilities.

A central Aurangabad location reduces inland drayage and enables faster replenishment across central and western India. Good highway and rail access lowers per‑mile costs for LTL and full‑truckload shipments and provides better predictability versus congested coastal metros, improving total landed cost for B2B customers.

Audit racking density, ceiling height and dock capacity, yard and trailer staging, on‑site power and HVAC redundancy, bonded customs facilities, temperature control certification, WMS/WCS integrations, and SLAs for temperature excursions and order accuracy.

Yes—multi-site strategies anchored in Aurangabad allow hub‑and‑spoke distribution to lower transit times and costs. Ensure the 3PL offers centralized inventory visibility, clear replenishment rules, cross‑dock capabilities, and performance KPIs to maintain SLAs as you scale.