Integrated advisory • strategy, operations, finance, compliance

Clarity for decisions. Discipline for results.

We help companies turn complex challenges into controllable projects—from strategy and performance to investment, finance and IFS, ISO or HACCP systems.

We work across industries. Our deep manufacturing experience brings operational rigour to every engagement.

Service catalogue

Four directions. One partner.

We have organised our expertise around the problems clients need to solve. Choose a direction to explore typical interventions, intended outcomes and how we can shape the engagement.

01IFS • ISO • HACCP
02Processes & performance
03Trading & IKA
04Finance & investment
Quality, compliance & food safety
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Expertise direction

Quality, compliance & food safety

We turn standard requirements into practical processes, consistent behaviours and management systems the team can sustain every day.

01IFS, FSSC 22000, ISO & HACCP

We build management systems that work in operations—not folders created only for audit day.

Typical interventions

  • gap analysis and IFS Food audit readiness
  • FSSC 22000, ISO 9001 and ISO 22000 implementation
  • HACCP, prerequisite programmes and traceability
  • documentation aligned with real workflows and ownership
  • internal audits, training and food safety culture
  • remediation plans and verification of actions

Intended outcome

Practical compliance, operational discipline and prepared teams. Certification is issued solely by accredited certification bodies.

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Processes, operations & performance
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Expertise direction

Processes, operations & performance

We clarify how work, information and decisions move, then build a simpler, measurable and more disciplined operating system.

01Strategy, governance & organisation

We turn shareholder objectives into a clear system for decision-making, accountability and delivery.

Typical interventions

  • strategy and implementation roadmaps
  • organisation design, roles and RACI
  • policies, procedures and governance
  • interim management and executive support

Intended outcome

Shared direction, faster decisions and unambiguous accountability.

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02Processes, productivity & performance

We diagnose end-to-end workflows and remove the constraints that consume time, capacity and margin.

Typical interventions

  • process mapping and redesign
  • KPIs, management cadence and action plans
  • cost, capacity, inventory and waste
  • Lean and continuous improvement adapted to the business

Intended outcome

Controllable processes and measurable results in manufacturing, services, distribution or back-office operations.

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03Digitalisation & process-focused software tools

Together with technical specialists, we define and coordinate compact digital tools built around a specific business need.

Typical interventions

  • management dashboards and reporting
  • modules for customer orders and commercial workflows
  • tools for procurement and production scheduling
  • targeted software developments tailored to a specific need

Intended outcome

Compact, clearly scoped solutions that complement existing systems, reduce repetitive work and help teams operate with greater structure. Our role is to define the business need and coordinate focused modules, not the development of large-scale software platforms.

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Commercial development, trading & IKA
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Expertise direction

Commercial development, trading & IKA

We prepare the proposition, commercial case and process required for IKA listings and relationships with major domestic and international customers.

01Trading, IKA listings & commercial development

We help manufacturers and distributors turn market access into a structured commercial process, from proposition and listing to major-account development.

Typical interventions

  • trading, portfolio and channel strategy
  • preparation and support for IKA listing processes
  • outreach to major domestic and international customers
  • commercial negotiations, onboarding and account development

Intended outcome

A more rigorous commercial process, better-qualified opportunities and practical support in major-account relationships. Listing and contracting decisions remain solely with the buyer.

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Finance, investment & contract governance
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Expertise direction

Finance, investment & contract governance

We connect financial analysis, investment, sources of capital and the contractual framework into one coherent, decision-ready programme.

01Finance, controlling & profitability

We connect financial data, operations and everyday management decisions.

Typical interventions

  • budgets, cash flow and scenarios
  • cost by product, customer, project or channel
  • management dashboards and Power BI
  • internal control, reporting and financial restructuring

Intended outcome

A clear view of profit, liquidity and the drivers behind performance.

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02Estimated vs actual costing & cost control

We connect estimated cost, actual cost and margin to support better commercial and operational decisions.

Typical interventions

  • cost models by product, service, order or project
  • cost centres and transparent overhead allocation
  • analysis of consumption, time and volume variances
  • links between costs, pricing, budgets and profitability

Intended outcome

A transparent, repeatable costing model that reveals variances and helps identify decisions to protect margin.

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03Feasibility studies & business plans

We rigorously test the assumptions behind an investment before capital and resources are committed.

Typical interventions

  • market analysis and operating model
  • CAPEX, OPEX and financial projections
  • scenarios, sensitivities and risks
  • documentation for shareholders, banks or investors

Intended outcome

An evidence-based investment decision and a finance-ready project.

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04EU funding & investment projects

From opportunity screening to implementation, we keep the economic, technical and documentary strands aligned.

Typical interventions

  • eligibility and funding-source screening
  • applications, annexes and business plans
  • procurement, payment claims and monitoring
  • risk management and coordination of project experts

Intended outcome

A robust application and disciplined delivery, without unrealistic approval promises.

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05Bank finance, equity & mezzanine

We structure the capital requirement and prepare the company for a professional financing process.

Typical interventions

  • financing strategy and bankable file
  • financial model and investment memorandum
  • investor mapping and outreach support
  • analysis, due diligence and negotiation support

Intended outcome

A well-prepared process; final decisions and terms remain with the lender or investor.

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06Commercial compliance & contract support

We structure commercial risk and documentation together with the right legal specialists for each project.

Typical interventions

  • contract workflows and ownership
  • commercial and operational due diligence
  • data protection and internal controls
  • coordination with legal, tax and technical experts

Intended outcome

Better documented commercial decisions and risks handled before they become problems.

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How we work

From a clear objective to progress you can track

Every company has its own priorities, resources and constraints. We build the project around that context, with a clear scope, defined responsibilities and deliverables your team can use in day-to-day work.

Explore the four stages of working together.

Stage 01 / 04

Clarify the objective and project scope

We start with the decisions you need to make and the outcomes you are seeking. We agree where to focus, which information is needed and who should be involved.

What we do together

  • Discuss the current situation and company priorities with management.
  • Define the scope, level of involvement and information needed.
  • Agree responsibilities, deliverables and the criteria used to evaluate progress.

What you take away

An agreed project framework: objectives, scope, accountable people and success criteria.

Clear coordination, expertise when needed

Cristian Popa and Laura Cernencu coordinate the engagement. For complex projects, we involve the right specialists from our network, with defined roles and contributions.

  • A designated project lead
  • Visible progress and agreed decision points
  • Stages tailored to project complexity
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Team and multidisciplinary expertise

Two partners. An extended network. One point of accountability.

Cristian Popa and Laura Cernencu lead Renea Vision Consulting engagements. For complex projects we bring in selected collaborators across legal, tax, engineering, environment, energy, software development, data, grants, finance and communications. Clients benefit from a multidisciplinary team, a single point of coordination, clear responsibilities and expertise matched to the project's requirements.

LegalTaxEngineeringEnvironmentEnergySoftware & dataGrantsFinance
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Co-founding partner

Cristian Popa

Strategy, operations, finance & investment

Experience in executive and financial management, corporate banking and process organisation. He connects budgets, operational workflows and investment projects with management decisions and discussions with financing partners.

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Co-founding partner

Laura Cernencu

Quality, food safety & management systems

A background in chemical engineering and bioengineering, with experience in IFS Food, ISO 9001, ISO 22000, HACCP and auditing. She combines management-system expertise with commercial leadership and strategic customer relationships.

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IFS Recognised Consultant — Laura CernencuThe IFS Recognised Consultant badge belongs to Laura Cernencu and confirms her individual professional recognition within the IFS programme.

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Professional collaborations

Organisations we work with

Contractual collaborations and professional assignments with recognised organisations strengthen our team's expertise and our ability to coordinate and deliver complex projects.

The logos identify organisations with which we have carried out professional collaborations. Their display does not constitute certification, accreditation or endorsement of Renea Vision Consulting by these organisations.

Before we begin

A clear engagement, from the first conversation.

Where do we start?

With a conversation about your context, objective and available information. We clarify the issue, propose the scope and agree deliverables, timing and responsibilities before work begins.

Do you only work with manufacturers?

No. We also work with services, distribution, trade and other businesses. Manufacturing experience helps us understand complex workflows, while each solution is tailored to the company.

Who will actually work on the project?

Cristian Popa and Laura Cernencu coordinate the engagement, bringing in specialists from our network when needed. The team, responsibilities and point of contact are agreed for each project.

Can you help beyond the diagnostic?

Yes. Engagements can include implementation, team training and indicator reviews. Not every project needs every stage: involvement and progress reviews are agreed at the outset.

Start the conversation

Tell us what you want to change

We start with your business context, objective and main challenges. For a direct conversation, email or call us using the details below.

Enquiry details

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You can also email us directly: renea_consulting@outlook.com.