Confirm WMS integration (API/EDI), real‑time inventory visibility, pick‑pack accuracy rates, returns handling, SLA guarantees, and peak‑season scalability plans. Also review dock capacity for ferries, cross‑dock capabilities, and carrier partnerships that match your lane structure.

Expect a mix of road‑ferry‑road transit: local roads to Arbatax, ferry crossings to mainland ports, then national trunk routes. Reliability depends on ferry schedules and seasonal weather; plan buffer times, use consolidated sailings, and work with 3PLs offering guaranteed loading windows to manage lead‑time risk.

Warehouse rents and fixed overheads in Ogliastra tend to be lower than major mainland hubs, but the labour pool is smaller and often seasonal. Assess 3PLs for automation, flexible staffing plans, and access to temporary labour or nearshore hubs to ensure consistent service levels during peaks.

Use a hybrid approach: maintain regional inventory in Ogliastra for coastal and island demand, leverage cross‑docking for rapid replenishment, and integrate with mainland nodes for longer‑haul consolidation. This balances inventory holding costs with service requirements across channels.