Prioritize location relative to customer density and carrier hubs, dock counts and clear height, WMS/OMS integration, SLA metrics (pick accuracy, OTIF), scalability for peak demand, and the availability of value‑added services (kitting, returns). Also evaluate on‑site security, labor availability, and historical performance data.

Location in Serdar can reduce transit times by shortening linehaul and last‑mile legs and improving access to multimodal gateways. Reduced mileage lowers variable freight and improves delivery windows; proximity to carrier terminals can cut consolidation costs and dwell time, improving overall landed cost and lead‑time reliability.

Require a modern WMS with API/EDI connectivity to your OMS, real‑time inventory visibility, event notifications, barcode and scan‑based accuracy controls, and support for returns and split‑shipments. Ask for reporting on key operational KPIs and evidence of system uptime and data security practices.

Key cost drivers include storage (per pallet or cubic), receiving and putaway charges, pick‑and‑pack fees, outbound per‑order handling, and accessorials (value‑adds, returns, long‑term storage). Negotiate volume tiers, blended pick rates, minimums, and cap accessorial fees; consider shared savings on carrier rates through the 3PL's negotiated contracts.