Road links (D400/O-52) and nearby port access shorten lead times to Mediterranean export gateways and cut inland haul costs. Expect faster trunking to Mersin/İskenderun, reliable regional carrier coverage to Adana and Gaziantep, and improved intermodal options that reduce transit variability for both domestic and cross-border shipments.

Confirm WMS and API connectivity, pick-and-pack SLA performance, returns processing, temperature-controlled storage if required, racking density and throughput capacity, inventory accuracy rates, and the provider's experience with multi-channel order routing and kitting operations.

Key cost factors include per-pallet or per-cubic-meter storage, inbound/outbound handling fees, pick/pack charges, labor surcharges during peak periods, fuel or carrier pass-throughs, minimum monthly volumes, and volume-tier discounts. Assess total landed fulfillment cost rather than headline rates.

Use KPIs such as order accuracy, on-time-in-full (OTIF), average order cycle time, inventory accuracy, dock-to-stock time, and throughput scalability during peaks. Validate with site visits, audit reports, customer references, and a clear onboarding roadmap for systems integration and seasonal capacity increases.