RPAGF Chapter 5: Automatic Washing Machines Enter the R&D Stage
Chapter 5: Automatic Washing Machines Enter the R&D Stage
Three days later...
The morning of November 8.
In the laboratory of the Cheung Sha Wan factory.
Over the past few days, Li Jiagang has been compiling the technology, data, and blueprints for fully automatic washing machines that are in line with the times.
"Chairman, are you saying that as long as we design an automatic sensing circuit board, we can replace the original mechanical timer and enable the washing machine to automatically wash, rinse, and spin-dry?"
"That's how it is in theory."
"But it doesn't rely entirely on automatic sensing devices; it also needs to be integrated with other devices."
"What other devices are there?"
"For example, an inverter motor and an automatic water level adjustment sensor are also needed. Only when these components are successfully combined can the washing machine truly achieve automatic integration."
"Then... Chairman, do you possess this technology? Do you have detailed data?"
The question that He Jianmin, the head of R&D, was looking forward to was asked.
He was a seasoned researcher in the electrical and electronic products field, with a passionate passion for innovative research and development. The Li brothers initially attracted him back by promising full support for his research and innovation. Otherwise, he wouldn't have given up his high salary in Japan to return to Hong Kong and join this company's small research lab.
The development of a fully automatic washing machine tied him up for more than half a year. Although he had a research idea, each trial run ended in failure, which made him extremely disappointed.
He had thought he had no hope of developing a fully automatic washing machine, but the appearance of Li Jiagang brought him some research ideas that he had never thought of before, and suddenly he was filled with hope for the development of a fully automatic washing machine again.
"Don't be in such a hurry, Mr. He."
"Although it cost me a lot of money to get this research data back, it is still just a concept."
"Whether it will be successful or not depends on your hard work, Engineer He. You need to develop the core components such as the processor control, automatic adjustment sensing system, automatic water level sensor, and variable frequency motor as soon as possible."
"Don't worry, Chairman. As long as I have the data, no, as long as I have a vague idea, I am confident that I can develop these core components."
Seeing He Jianmin's confidence, Li Jiagang also showed a faint smile.
Honestly, after spending the last few days with He Jianmin, Li Jiagang really likes him.
The reason is simple: in his original world, he had seen many talented scientific research students, but they lacked the perseverance and passion for scientific research, and ultimately ended up being mediocre and achieving nothing.
He Jianmin may not be the most talented now, but Li Jiagang will value him because of his perseverance and love for scientific research.
If you lack talent, you can make up for it with knowledge, but if you lack perseverance and don't have an absolute passion for scientific research, then even the best talent is worthless.
He had seen this situation many times in his original world.
"Okay, I'll keep the data. I hope you can break through these core technologies as soon as possible. I'll be waiting for your good news." Li Jiagang handed the data directly to him.
He had only taken a few steps when he remembered something else: "Oh, right, I wrote a list for the lab, planning to purchase a batch of new equipment and R&D machinery. Do you think we need to add anything else?"
He Jianmin's eyes lit up again upon hearing this.
He quickly took the list and looked at it. When he saw the equipment and machinery on the list, his body trembled with excitement, and he looked at Li Jiagang with excited eyes: "Chairman, are you really going to purchase this batch of equipment for the laboratory?"
"Of course, you only have one day to consider what materials you still need to purchase. Otherwise, once I arrange for someone to buy them, you'll have to wait until next time."
"Yes, Chairman, I'll prepare immediately."
He Jianmin quickly wrote down the materials he needed on the list, while Li Jiagang didn't care what he added to the list. He would buy anything he thought was suitable for the laboratory.
He highly values the importance of the laboratory and believes it must be expanded as soon as possible in order to complete the research and development of new products.
After leaving the laboratory.
Li Jiagang returned to the company.
After several days of learning about the company's various businesses, he has become familiar with the company's operations.
It's time to have a meeting with them.
10 o'clock exactly.
In the company's conference room.
All employees, whether managers or ordinary staff, were present; not a single one was absent.
"Everyone, I've been in charge of the company for a few days now, but I haven't had a chance to formally get to know you all yet. Let me take this opportunity to introduce myself to you."
As soon as Li Jiagang finished speaking, Liu Jieying, the financial director sitting to his right, stood up and said, "Hello, Chairman, my name is Liu Jieying, and I am the financial director."
Then the company manager sitting to his left stood up: "Hello Chairman, my name is Gao Bingda, and I am the company's deputy general manager."
"Hello Chairman, I am Zhou Haiyang, the Business Department Manager. It is a pleasure to work with you."
"Hello Chairman, I am Chen Shaofen, the sales manager. Please give me your guidance."
"Hello Chairman, I am Li Haiming, the administrative manager. It's a pleasure to meet you."
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He has been in the office for the past few days learning about the company's business and operations. Apart from a few department managers, he hasn't really gotten to know the ordinary employees. When they meet, he just nods to them.
After all the employees introduced themselves and got to know each other, Lijiagang officially began the meeting.
"I have a good understanding of the company's various businesses, and it's time to formulate the company's future development plan."
"First of all, I want to clarify that the company will be entering a period of rapid development, and everyone's workload, work efficiency, and work intensity will increase accordingly."
"I hope you are well prepared."
"In addition, the company is developing a brand new product. I have absolute confidence in the successful development of this product, and I am also very confident in its sales. All departments must make all kinds of preparations."
"First: I will add three departments."
"Purchasing Department, Publicity Department, Transportation Department."
"From now on, the purchasing department will be responsible for purchasing all company supplies and materials."
The Transportation Department is responsible for the company's transportation operations.
"The publicity department is responsible for promoting the company image, new product promotions, press conferences, etc."
"The establishment of these three departments will be handled by the administration department as soon as possible, and staff will be recruited."
"Yes, Chairman."
"Second: The Administration Department will temporarily add two new divisions: the Human Resources Division and the Logistics Division."
The logistics division is responsible for coordinating the factory's product inventory and allocation, as well as all the company's material needs.
The Human Resources department is responsible for employee recruitment, onboarding and offboarding registration, and overall coordination.
"Yes, Chairman, I will set up the framework, recruit, and establish the various departments as soon as possible."
"Third: The sales department is one of the company's core departments. The company's performance depends entirely on your sales skills, so I will focus on making changes."
"Please give your instructions, Chairman."
"I require all sales staff to undergo training before they can start their jobs. They must master all the company's products and business knowledge before they can take up their posts. I will prepare a detailed training plan. Manager Chen Shaofen, you will need to work hard and start the training as soon as possible."
"At the same time, we also need to expand the sales department's staff."
"Yes, Chairman, I will unconditionally obey the company's arrangements and will not hold the company back."
"However, Chairman, how many people should we expand to? Is there a standard?"
"The sales department must have at least 20 full-time sales staff, plus 10 trainee sales staff."
"Trainee employee?"
"Chairman, what standards are used to assign these trainee sales staff, and how do they become permanent employees? Is there a clear set of rules?"
"As the sales manager, you need to compile a complete list of employee requirements, sales performance standards, and requirements for becoming a permanent employee, etc."
"All I want is to see results."
Upon hearing this, Chen Shaofen, the sales manager, immediately felt immense pressure, but she also felt a sense of anticipation, which gave her an unprecedented drive.
The reason was simple: this change in the company made her feel that the company was no longer standing still, but was truly expanding and becoming stronger.
The company is currently in its early stages, and she is considered one of its founding members. When the company truly develops, she will benefit greatly.
"Okay, I won't let the chairman down."
"Finally, on the business side."
"You also need to expand your department to around 15 people. In the early stages, I need you to look for suitable sales outlets on busy streets in various districts of Hong Kong."
"I'll say it again: I have great confidence in the new product that the company has developed this time, and I believe that once the new product is launched on the market, it will see explosive sales. So everyone, let's get to work with our best spirits."
The meeting lasted for more than an hour.
The company’s various changes at this meeting have greatly boosted the morale of all employees and given them unprecedented motivation.
Whether it's expanding the company's scale or the boss revealing good news about confidence in the company's new product development, none of these indicate that the company is about to usher in a brand new chapter.
As long-term employees, they certainly want to grow with the company and witness the rise of a new company.