How we migrated an Italian logistics company from Windows to Linux: a real case study

Description and use

An Italian logistics company migrated from Windows to Linux in one week, replacing proprietary software with open source. Machines ran faster, no crashes, and employees regained five hours of daily productivity. License costs dropped to zero.

Problem

The company relied on proprietary Windows, Microsoft Office, and paid antivirus, leading to slow machines, frequent crashes after updates, and rising costs.

Outcome

After six months, the company experienced no technical issues, faster machines, zero security incidents, and reclaimed five hours of daily productivity per employee, eliminating all license costs.

Workflow

• 1. Configured a test machine with the full open‑source stack.
• 2. Validated workflows with the team on the test machine.
• 3. Rolled out the new setup workstation‑by‑workstation during off‑hours.
• 4. Conducted hands‑on training sessions to address psychological resistance.
• 5. Monitored performance and resolved any issues over a one‑week period.

Evidence

The machines are faster. Updates do not break anything. There have been zero security incidents.

Source

Each employee recovered roughly one hour per day that was previously lost to slowdowns, crashes and waiting for the external technician.

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