Chapter 303 Headquarters Opening
Ron's connections worked very well in India, but when he went abroad he was just like everyone else, without any privileges.
If Sur Electric's products want to enter Arab countries, they can only go through official procedures.
As a result, half a year passed and Vinod was still stumbling and was often frustrated by various minor issues.
He wanted to take shortcuts, but he had no connections. Travel agencies were small businesses in Dubai, and he couldn't make the connections.
Ron spoke to him on the phone several times, but there was no progress. Finally, he had no choice but to go to Dubai in person.
Ultimately, it's because his wallet is not fat enough. If he were a wealthy man like Tata or Ambani, he would definitely have a green light all the way.
Opening up overseas markets is harder than one might imagine. There are six or seven types of certifications alone, and the materials to be submitted include but are not limited to manufacturing drawings, schematics, bill of materials, packaging diagrams, technical specifications, user manuals, and more.
Damn, in India, after giving some money, it’s just a matter of words.
I have to say that my country's national conditions system still has its merits.
Well, it's very suitable for a businessman like him to do something fancy.
"Nia" Ron waved.
"Have Anil prepare the car. The Sur Electric headquarters is opening today. Forget it, I'll let someone else go."
Nia had difficulty walking, so Ron called other servants to give them some instructions.
There were dozens of servants in the villa on Malabar Hill, but only Nia was the one who could really follow Ron around.
Others, such as gardeners, cleaners, cooks, and laundry workers, almost never appeared in front of Ron.
There were as many as one or two hundred people in the huge villa. Miraculously, when he came back, most of them disappeared on their own.
The invisible hierarchy has long permeated every aspect of Indian life, and all classes consciously abide by it.
In order to facilitate the travel of this master, the car was driven directly to the short driveway in front of the hall.
He didn't even have to go down the stairs to get in the car. After starting the car, the short driveway inside the park led directly to the seaside avenue outside, so he didn't have to walk an extra step.
There was the sea outside the car window. The sunlight shattered on the water surface, casting silver chains as bright as crystal on the rolling waves of the wide crescent-shaped bay.
Birds, covered in glitter, circled and turned in flocks in the morning light, their movements in unison, like silk banners fluttering in the wind.
Ron was in a great mood; his career was booming in every way.
Of course, the biggest and most concerned one for him is Sur Electric Appliances.
Look at the silver-gray glass-walled building. Ron could see its majestic silhouette from Bandra, a few kilometers away.
There are not many skyscrapers in Mumbai now, especially in the central area, where they are almost rare.
The headquarters building of Suer Electric has become a landmark building.
Construction began in April last year and lasted for a year and a half. It is now officially open.
The overall design language of the building is modern and technological. The shape is conventional, but it exudes a sense of luxury everywhere.
You look up and see a bright patch of sunlight that's so bright you can't open your eyes.
The huge golden "SUR" logo is hung in the upper left corner, and it has a different style at night.
India also has its own housewarming rituals, known as "Homa" in traditional Hindi.
When Ron got off the car, the venue was almost ready.
A huge plaster statue of Ganesha was placed in the open space in front of the company's gate.
Ganesha, the god of obstacles and problem-solver, is arguably Mumbai's most beloved Hindu deity.
People in trouble pray to it, just like some Christians pray to their patron saints. It is also the god who assists in the creation of poetry.
There were many candles and incense burning around the plaster statue, and a circle of priests sitting around it chanting scriptures.
It's funny that an extremely ancient fire offering ceremony is being held at the foot of a new building that is full of technology.
But this is India, the worship of gods has nothing to do with wealth.
Under the guidance of the priest, Ron circled around Ganesha again and again with an oil lamp, while silently reciting scriptures.
The priest throws water drops and seeds as he walks, symbolizing respect for the natural elements.
Indians believe that "sins" will accumulate during the construction of a house, such as harming insects and violating the laws of nature, so fire offerings are needed to drive away evil spirits and disasters and pray for protection from the gods.
Of course Ron didn't believe this, but he had to do it for others to see.
The venue was crowded with people, including more than 20,000 employees of Sur Electric Appliances.
In addition to them, there are also a number of political leaders including the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Pawar.
Even the BJP, far away in Gujarat, sent Mo Daxian to participate in the celebration of Sur Electric.
Tsk, the lineup is full.
Not to mention the businessmen in Mumbai, all partners of Sur Electric Appliances were invited.
Even a few Bollywood stars were invited, and they were asked to perform at the subsequent party.
After the tedious ceremony, the Ganesha was removed and Ron stepped forward to speak as expected.
It was all big, empty clichés, but the employees listened to them with excitement.
They shouted "Long live Sur Electric!" for a long time.
The reason is very simple. During the past year, Sur Electric has been increasing its production capacity and paying generous salaries and bonuses.
Even if Ron went up and cursed at them at this time, they would still admire their boss's extraordinary courage.
As long as the aura around you is strong enough, there will be people who will defend you no matter what you do.
Maharashtra Minister Pawar also delivered a speech, in which he emphasized the contribution of Sur Electric to the economy, employment and industrial upgrading.
Tens of thousands of jobs, with more to come, any party has to please Ron now.
Two years ago, he still had to find someone to give him money, and neither party dared to offend him, so they treated him like a lackey.
Now? People from both parties stand behind him as a backdrop.
Thirty years in the east, thirty years in the west, don't deceive
Well, Ron and Pavard each grabbed one side of the banner and cut the ribbon.
The cameras below were clicking non-stop, some of them almost pointing at his face.
Ron glanced at Sun TV, which turned out to be his own.
The TV station is about to premiere, and the headquarters of Suer Electric Appliances is open for business, which are the main news.
He smiled at the camera and made all the right gestures.
The housewarming ceremony combines ancient and modern elements, including fire offerings and ribbon-cutting.
After completing all the procedures, Ron led everyone into the building.
Today is the open day. All employees, guests and registered citizens can visit the headquarters of Suer Electric Appliances.
You can also pick up a gift at the door, and snacks are available in the hall.
All these arrangements are to demonstrate the strength of Suer Electric Appliances.
Not only did Sun TV follow the entire process, but Zee TV also sent people to do interviews.
Ron accepts all offers. What's wrong with competitors? Today we are promoting Sur Electric Appliances.
For example, the people from Zee TV were following up on the lively scene at the gate.
In the square outside the gate, many employees held wreaths in their hands and put them around the neck of a bronze statue.
That’s right, it’s Ron’s full-length statue, standing in the center of the square.
He originally refused, but all the employees cried and clamored to do it.
Mr. Sur’s kindness is not over yet!
It was hard to refuse such a kind offer, so this statue was created.
In addition to garlands, some people offer flowers, rice, or perform puja and prayers with oil lamps.
The scene evokes Rudyard Kipling's description of Hindus and herdsmen praying "at each other's wayside shrines without differing from each other."
Does anyone think this is an exaggeration? No, the Congress Party, the BJP, rival Zee TV, and the entire city of Mumbai all think Ron deserves it.
He deserves it: For a poor man, Suhl Electric's job is the most worthwhile thing to have.
With this job, you get access to high-quality company healthcare, a home with clean, drinkable tap water, and a good education for your children.
But such opportunities are rare. In Mumbai, there are only one or two lucky people out of every thousand people.
Not everyone can bear the kindness of the sun.
The building has been fully renovated and equipped with various advanced facilities, which even make passers-by who come to visit dare not speak loudly.
Many employees walked in cautiously because the office was so new, so beautiful and so clean. It was their first time entering such a modern office building.
Ron took the guests on a tour and then took the elevator to the top floor where a party would be held.
By the way, there is a helicopter pad reserved on the top of the building to facilitate Ron's future commuting.
His office is also on the top floor, which is a traditional Indian practice.
Of course, now is not the time to enjoy ourselves, as we still have a large group of guests to entertain.
The first person Ron wanted to thank was Rahul, the designer of the Sur campus.
"If the place were bigger, I could design wider roads, more beautiful residential areas, and even hospitals, theaters, and parks." He still has regrets.
"That's pretty good," Ron clinked glasses with him. "It can at least solve the housing problems for tens of thousands of people."
Standing on the top floor, you can see the entire block, including the Sur Park below.
To their northwest, more than thirty residential buildings are under construction and are nearing completion.
The original plan was for ten buildings, but with the rapid expansion of Sur Electric this year, the number was urgently expanded three times.
There are two types of residential buildings: one is family-style apartments for middle and senior management, and the other is collective dormitories for ordinary employees.
It was impossible for Ron to allow employees and their families to move in like they did at Kama Compound. That was unrealistic.
The families behind the 20,000 employees may have tens of thousands of people, and you simply cannot manage them centrally.
Only mid-level employees are eligible to apply for family rooms, which are comparable to luxury apartments in Mumbai.
There are only a handful of companies in India that can offer such welfare benefits. Sur Electric can already sit at the same table with Tata and Reliance.
Rahul's vision is too idealistic and difficult to achieve in Western countries.
"That's right, it's pretty good. At least you still have the school." He shrugged.
"Sol Electric is a well-known brand in India." Ron laughed.
The company had so many employees that he decided to build a school. However, it was not located in the Sur campus, but to the north, across the street.
The land was approved by the Bombay government, and the construction was undertaken by Ron, who named it after his surname.
The school is expected to accommodate tens of thousands of students, and teachers are hired from professional institutions.
It can be predicted that this school will be better than public schools in the future, and may even be ranked among the best in Mumbai.
Suer Electric Appliances is already a new giant, so this investment is nothing and can even bring it a good reputation.
While Ron and Rahul were discussing city planning, Oda came over with a glass of wine and a smile on his face.
He is in a good mood as the joint venture TVs have performed very well in the past six months.
The most important thing is that half a year has passed, and it’s time to pay back the money that was agreed upon for holding the goods for half a year.
(End of this chapter)
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