Expect faster regional transit times to southern endpoints, competitive storage and handling rates versus northern Italy, and access to local carrier lanes for last‑mile deliveries. Evaluate SLA metrics such as order-to-ship time, inventory accuracy, pick rates, and returns turnaround to validate operational fit.

Catanzaro’s road and short‑sea connectivity supports consolidated inbound shipments and regional distribution, which can lower per‑unit freight costs for B2B lanes. Consider frequency of carrier departures, consolidation windows, and cross‑dock capability when modeling lead‑time and freight savings versus centralized northern hubs.

Require WMS with real‑time inventory visibility and API/EDI connectivity, support for pick‑and‑pack and batch processing, scalable labor planning, quality control for returns, and reporting on SLA adherence, order cycle time, and inventory turns to ensure omnichannel performance.

Compare line‑item transport cost, inventory carrying days, service level differentials, and potential stock safety buffer increases. Model total landed cost including inbound consolidation, domestic distribution, return flows, and labor; then align those results with required delivery windows and customer SLA commitments.