Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Funis Consulting offer?
At Funis Consulting, we focus on two main areas: 1. Scientific Computing We specialise in advanced modelling and simulation, helping businesses solve complex challenges with precision and efficiency. Our expertise spans: Chemistry and Physics Modelling – from understanding how chemicals behave under specific conditions to simulating entire manufacturing processes. Data-Driven and First-Principles Models – leveraging statistics, data analysis, AI, and machine learning, or physics-based methods such as: - Molecular Dynamics (MD) - Thermodynamics - Reaction Kinetics - Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) - Finite Element Analysis (FEA) - Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) - Discrete Event Simulation (DES) - Discrete Element Modelling (DEM) We also provide code optimisation, parameter/process optimisation, and data analysis & visualisation. These are often embedded within the models we build but can also be delivered as standalone services. Funis Consulting develops tailor-made scientific software as well as solutions built on off-the-shelf tools. Being software-agnostic, we integrate seamlessly with a client’s preferred programming language or platform. Our work combines strong scientific expertise with data science and high-performance computing (HPC), including GPU-accelerated applications. 2. Scientific Consultancy We provide specialist consultancy in chemistry and physics, with a strong focus on the FMCG and food manufacturing industries. Using modelling, simulation, and technology-driven approaches, we support clients in: - Research & Development - Product formulation and innovation - Process optimisation - Shelf-life study design and analysis - Regulatory compliance and market alignment Our Core Services: - Scientific software development (custom solutions) - Process & parameter optimisation - Data analysis & visualisation - Mathematical, physical & chemical modelling - Process modelling - Code optimisation & HPC - Machine learning & AI integration - Model-based scientific consultancy (chemistry & physics) for FMCG and food manufacturing Industries We Serve: While FMCG and food manufacturing are our primary areas of expertise, our methods apply broadly across: - Flavours & fragrances - Pharmaceuticals & healthcare - Banking, finance & economics - Transportation (automotive & aerospace) - Utilities & government departments - Manufacturing, energy & environment - Agriculture - Research & academia
What core services do you offer?
The core services offered by Funis Consulting are: - Custom Software Development ranging from scientific applications to business tools - Process & Parameter Optimisation to enhance efficiency through advanced algorithms - Data Analytics & Visualisation to transform complex data into actionable insights - Mathematical, Physical & Chemical Modelling to develop high-precision simulation - Code Optimisation & HPC: We can work with both CPU as well as GPU for superior performance - Machine Learning & AI Integration to drive innovation through smart automation - Scientific Consulting for FMCG by building models to assist in new product development to food chemistry insights.
What kind of project engagement models do you offer?
We offer flexible project structures to suit businesses of all sizes. Our approach can be fixed-cost or time-based, depending on your specific needs. Plus, our first online consultation, to understand whether Funis Consulting is for you, is always free, with no obligation. If you’re facing a complex process challenge or have a modelling or data project in mind, talk to us to see how we can help. What we do is quite niche and we are entrusted with projects by a variety of clients and partners ranging from innovative start-ups to global multi-nationals and leading experts in their fields. Talk to us if you need more information and take a look at some of our clients and partners by going on our homepage.
Which industries can make use of your services?
We can work across many industries including, but not limited to FMCG, flavours and fragrances, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, banking, finance and economics, transportation including automotive and aerospace, utilities and government departments, manufacturing, energy, environmental and agriculture, research and academia. Not sure whether we can help the nature of your business? Don’t worry, drop us an email and ask us, or fill in the contact form we shall get back to you as soon as we can.
How can my business benefit from Modelling & Simulation?
Data-driven models can be powerful tools, especially when your system involves a lot of different variables which can be difficult to make sense of through simple plots or linear relationships. We can help you make sense of your data and build input-output relationships to help you understand, and control, your system better using statistical and machine learning methods. The main limitation of data-driven models is predicting outcomes beyond the available data range, which can lead to significant uncertainties. Models using fundamental physical laws, offering greater flexibility in forecasting changes to operating conditions and providing deeper insights into system behaviour. At Funis Consulting we also do mathematical, chemical and physical modelling and simulation such as Computational Chemistry, Molecular Dynamics (MD), Reaction Kinetics, Thermodynamics, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Discrete Event Simulation (DES), Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH), Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Discrete Element Modelling (DEM). From simple chemical reactions to complex physical-chemical processes, we develop custom modelling solutions across industries. Our expertise in equation-based modelling enables us to deliver accurate simulations, helping businesses improve predictive accuracy, optimise processes, and gain a deeper understanding of their operations. Contact us on info@funisconsulting.com for more information and follow us on Linkedin to stay tuned to our insights.
What are the benefits of Code Optimisation?
With expertise in the latest optimisation techniques, we enhance existing code or develop high-performance solutions from the ground up. We can optimise both CPU and GPU-based code and our software-agnostic approach ensures compatibility with any programming language, allowing seamless integration into your current systems. Whether you're accelerating simulations, optimising machine learning workflows, or improving large-scale data processing, we help you achieve faster, more efficient results. GPUs have revolutionised scientific computing and machine learning, dramatically increasing computational efficiency. When code is optimised effectively, GPU computing can reduce model-building and simulation times from months to minutes, unlocking new levels of performance. Read our article on code optimisation and Follow us on Linkedin for more updates. If you would like further information about how code optimisation can help you contact us.
How can Process / Parameter Optimisation help my business?
Process / Parameter Optimisation plays a crucial role across industries. If you know the desired outcome but aren’t sure which variables to consider or how to manipulate them, that’s where we step in. Every business generates valuable data, and when leveraged correctly, this data becomes a powerful tool for building models that answer critical questions. Whether you need a simple linear model or advanced techniques like neural networks, we have the expertise to guide you. Let us help you optimise your processes and parameters, using data-driven models to achieve the best possible outcomes, faster and more efficiently. Contact us to discuss further whether Process and Parameter Optimisation can be for you.
How does Data Analysis & Visualisation benefit my business?
Data is the backbone of any model, whether it’s empirical, data-driven, or based on first-principles physics and chemistry. However, the real value comes from interpreting and applying data correctly. While gathering the right data is essential, it’s how you analyse and visualise it that drives meaningful insights and informed decision-making. At Funis Consulting, we help you navigate the complexities of data analysis and visualisation. We guide businesses in selecting the best methods and tools tailored to their specific needs, ensuring the data collected is relevant, high-quality, and ready for analysis. With our experience across various industries, we make sure the right data is used to build robust, reliable models. Once your data is gathered, it's the interpretation that unlocks its true potential. Raw data alone isn’t enough, it needs to be transformed into clear, compelling insights. In certain cases we use advanced machine learning techniques and AI integration, to ensure that your data is analysed to reveal actionable strategies that drive smarter, data-driven decisions. We create intuitive visualisations that simplify complex datasets, enabling you to communicate insights effectively to stakeholders. With clear, well-structured visualisations, you can confidently present your findings, ensuring transparency, credibility, and a stronger foundation for decision-making. By leveraging the power of data analysis and visualisation, your business can unlock smarter, more strategic decisions, enhancing efficiency and driving innovation. Contact us today to discuss more.
How can Food Science & Technology Consultancy help my Company?
In the fast-paced and ever-evolving FMCG industry, staying ahead of the competition requires a deep understanding of the science behind food processes and manufacturing. Whether you're formulating a new product, refining an existing one, or exploring innovative food alternatives, a scientific-tech driven approach is key to optimising quality, functionality, and consumer appeal at every stage. At Funis Consulting, we offer the expertise you need to navigate these challenges. With years of experience across a wide range of food and beverage products, from refrigerated items with short shelf lives to sterile products, we help businesses enhance product stability, improve shelf life, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards by building models that help them formulate and/or improve their product. Our modelling expertise spans food chemistry and physics, enabling you to maintain optimal taste, texture, and nutritional value, fundamental factors for safe quality food and beverage products which are successful in a very competitive market. Thanks to modelling and simulation techniques we are able to provide you with precision consultancy in formulation, process optimisation, and packaging solutions, ensuring your product is both innovative, safe and practical. Additionally, it also helps with designing and analysing shelf-life studies to help you develop the right product for your market, all the while ensuring that your product complies with all relevant regulations, including accurate ingredient lists, nutritional information, and compliant claims. With our support, you can confidently bring your product to market without delays, ensuring it’s market-ready and positioned for success. Contact us today to discuss further how food science and technology can help your business.
How can I book an appointment with Funis Consulting?
Just send us an email on info@funisconsultancy.com or fill in the Contact us form and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
I am not very technical, however I would like to understand whether Funis Consulting can help my business. Will I be able to understand the solutions that Funis Consulting is proposing?
Funis Consulting provides scientific and technical solutions which are generally complex in nature, however we do our very best to explain things in a manner which is easy to understand from the first meeting, so as to cater for all audiences. Funis Consulting ensures that its solutions are designed with the end-user in mind. All solutions can be made to feel easy to the user, as well as ensuring that such solutions are sustainable and human-centric. Further to this we can provide training and support on-site or online as the situation requires. We have experience with training and teaching people, and so we feel that we are in a position that we can assist stakeholders from all parts of the business. In addition, we speak English, Maltese and Italian fluently.
How can I reach you?
You can reach us by email on info@funisconsulting.com or by filling in the Contact us form.
What fees do you charge?
The fees for our services are very much contingent on the project involved. It would be very difficult for us to give you a project cost before we understand the scope of your project. Contact us so that we can understand your needs better.
Is it possible to have an on-site first meeting with you?
First consultations / meetings held online or on the Maltese islands for the purposes of understanding whether Funis Consulting is for you, are free of charge. If you wish to have a first on-site consultation but you are located abroad, this can be arranged, however it will be against a fee, as this would involve travelling. Contact us to book your meeting with us.
Can Models be made to feel easy and user-friendly? Will staff that is not technical be able to use the technology with ease?
Funis Consulting ensures that its solutions are sustainable and human-centric. This means that the software, models or technologies are made to feel easy-to-use as we keep the end-user in mind at all times while designing the solution. For example, different outputs may be required by different people, or the same dataset may be displayed differently to cater for different audiences. This is made possible by designing friendly interfaces while complex algorithm-based technologies are running in the background for you. We also provide training sessions for different audiences, as well as support. Training and refresher training is also available, both in person as well as online as the situation requires. Talk to us to find out how our solution can help you, your team and your business grow.