Focus on service-level consistency, warehouse proximity to Ngurah Rai Airport and Benoa Port, inventory visibility (WMS/APIs), returns handling, and last-mile carrier integration. Also evaluate labor skillsets, cold-storage availability if needed, and SLA penalties for order accuracy and lead times.

Bonded warehousing can defer import duties until goods are released to domestic markets, improving cash flow and enabling cross-border transshipment. Consider bond status, customs clearance speed, storage tariffs, and documentation workflows to avoid delays and hidden fees.

Require real-time WMS with API connectivity for order, inventory, and shipping updates; EDI or marketplace integrations; reporting for inventory turns and OTIF; and configurable pick/pack rules. Clear escalation paths and data security standards are also essential.

Compare landed cost components: storage, inbound consolidation, last-mile delivery, and safety stock needs. Model service levels and transit times for each region, factor in replenishment frequency and SKU velocity, and run scenario analyses to quantify total cost-to-serve versus customer SLA impact.