As regulatory requirements continue to evolve across the European Union, transparency and accountability have become essential priorities for companies in Romania. The national implementation of Law no. 361/2022, which transposes the EU Whistleblower Protection Directive, mandates that organizations with 50 or more employees establish secure and accessible whistleblowing channels.

However, legal compliance is only part of the picture. A well-structured internal reporting channel is also a practical tool for building trust, identifying risks early on, and reinforcing a company’s ethical culture. When employees have a safe and confidential way to speak up, organizations can address issues before they escalate, reducing reputational risk and improving governance.

Transparency is not achieved through written policies alone. It requires a tone from the top and a working environment where people feel confident that their concerns will be heard and handled appropriately. For many Romanian companies, this shift towards openness marks an important step in aligning with international standards and strengthening long-term business resilience.

Sun Wave Pharma, a leader in the Romanian nutraceuticals sector, exemplifies this approach. Working with Whistlelink, Sun Wave implemented a compliant and user-friendly whistleblowing solution that not only meets legal requirements but also supports the company’s broader commitment to integrity and open communication within the organization.

Read more about how Sun Wave Pharma improved internal transparency in this Whistlelink case study: An interview with Bogdan Fratiloiu, Compliance Director at Sun Wave Pharma and Vice President of AmCham Romania’s Governance Committee.

Read more: Whistleblowing in Pharma: SunWave Pharma Case Study