Prioritize facilities with the right temperature control (ambient, chill, frozen), dock and racking configuration, WMS integration and API connectivity, order-picking technology (batch/zone/voice), bonded/customs services if cross-border, and demonstrated SLA adherence for pick-accuracy and on-time shipments.

For northeastern Thailand and neighboring border routes, Si Sa Ket usually reduces road transit times and last-mile legs versus routing from Bangkok. However, shipments to Bangkok or international ports may add trunking time. The region provides strong regional carrier access and cost-effective trunk consolidation to national hubs.

Key cost drivers are land and facility rent, labor and handling rates, inbound/outbound transportation, storage density (pallet positions), pick complexity and order profile, inventory carrying costs, and minimum monthly billing. Negotiate transparency on chargebacks and volume discounts.

Ask about peak capacity and expansion options; WMS and EDI/API capabilities; SLA definitions for pick accuracy, lead time, and on-time delivery; penalties and remedies; reporting cadence for KPIs; phased onboarding timelines; and references for similar eCommerce or B2B programs.