Chapter 67 Other Identities
Pei Song sat in front of the computer, concentrating on organizing the Singapore inspection report.
The one-week field investigation brought him a lot of benefits, and he couldn't wait to share all kinds of ideas and suggestions.
Just when he was writing with great concentration, Zhou Feng came to find him.
"I have read the report. The overall framework is very good," Zhou Feng said, "but there are a few places that need to be supplemented."
He opened his notebook and said, "First, the project positioning should reflect the differentiated advantages more clearly. Second, the cost-benefit analysis should be more detailed, especially the advantages of phased implementation. Third, the operation and management plan should preferably have quantitative indicators. These are the key points of attention when the senior management approves it."
Pei Song carefully wrote down these suggestions: "Okay, I will perfect these contents today."
"Also," Zhou Feng reminded, "put in the benchmark data from Singapore, Japan, and South Korea, so it will be more convincing."
In the following days, the "Happy Elderly Home" project officially entered the start-up phase.
All departments work closely together, and every link is progressing in an orderly manner, from site selection to design, from system development to operation planning.
That evening, Shi Yanchen convened a meeting of Asia-Pacific management.
"The 'Happy Elderly Home' project has entered the substantive start-up stage," he said in a steady and powerful voice, looking around at everyone in the conference room. "This is not only a real estate project, but also an important layout of SNK in the elderly care industry. I hope that all departments can give their full support and make this project a benchmark."
He paused and continued, "The special feature of this industry is that we serve the group that needs the most care. So don't focus too much on short-term benefits, but have a long-term vision. SNK entered this field with the intention of cultivating it for ten or twenty years. This is our responsibility to society and an investment in the future."
After the meeting, Pei Song was still sorting out the meeting minutes.
Shi Yanchen came over and asked: "Why aren't you leaving so late?"
"It will be ready soon." Pei Song looked up and met the man's concerned gaze.
"Let's go and have a meal together." Shi Yanchen said.
Pei Song was stunned for a moment: "It's so late..."
"So we have to have a good meal," Shi Yanchen had already picked up his coat, "see you in the parking lot."
Pei Song followed Shi Yanchen into a private Japanese restaurant.
The wooden box exudes a faint sandalwood scent, and the warm lighting makes people feel particularly relaxed.
"The kaiseki cuisine of this restaurant is very unique," Shi Yanchen motioned Pei Song to sit down and skillfully poured him a cup of hot tea, "I asked the chef to prepare seasonal dishes."
Pei Song took the teacup, the aroma of tea refreshing: "Do you come here often?"
"Occasionally," Shi Yanchen said calmly, "the environment here is quiet and suitable for talking about things."
The first appetizer arrived quickly, which was nigiri sushi made with seasonal saury.
The chef carefully applied a layer of special sauce on the sushi, and the sheen of the fish flesh glowed enticingly under the light.
Pei Song took a bite and opened his eyes wide in surprise: "Delicious!"
Shi Yanchen looked at his innocent expression like a child, and the corners of his mouth rose unconsciously: "Eat slowly, there is still a lot."
Exquisite dishes were served one after another.
Refreshing wasabi with grated radish, delicate wagyu sashimi, delicious snow crab tempura...
Each dish uses the best ingredients of the season and is cooked just right.
"Would you like some sake?" Shi Yanchen asked. "Here are some really good ones."
Pei Song shook his head: "I have a meeting tomorrow, so I can't drink."
Shi Yanchen nodded: "Okay." He picked up a piece of tempura for Pei Song, "Try this, it tastes best when it's freshly fried."
Seeing Pei Song tasting the food seriously, Shi Yanchen suddenly said, "I remember you were like this when we first met."
"What?"
"You are so obsessed with food," Shi Yanchen looked at him, "no matter how tired you are, you have to make a good meal."
Pei Song was a little embarrassed: "Isn't it supposed to be used to pay the rent at that time..."
"So I'm very glad now," Shi Yanchen's voice became low, "I'm glad I met you."
Pei Song felt his ears getting hot, so he quickly changed the subject: "By the way, after the project starts, I plan to go and inspect a few plots of land..."
"There's no rush to talk about work," Shi Yanchen interrupted him, "eat well."
The last dessert is a special matcha pudding, which has a dense texture and just the right sweetness.
Pei Song ate to his heart's content and felt completely relaxed.
"Are you full?" Shi Yanchen asked.
Pei Song nodded: "Yeah, it's really delicious, thank you."
"Don't worry about work," Shi Yanchen said. "The project has just started and there will be many difficulties. But as long as the direction is right, there will always be results if you take it slow. If you have any questions, feel free to tell me."
Pei Song nodded, feeling warm in his heart as if he had drunk hot soup.
It was already dark when we left the restaurant.
Shi Yanchen insisted on sending him home: "It's so late, I'll take you home."
"I still don't want to do it," Pei Song shook his head, "If I always ask the CEO to send me off, what will others think of me?"
This sentence made Shi Yanchen's eyes darken: "Actually, as long as you are willing, you can also send it in another identity."
Pei Song took two seconds to understand what he meant, and his heart beat violently.
He turned his face away in panic and whispered, "I, I'm leaving first."
Shi Yanchen stood there, watching the man's hurriedly running away, a smile on his face.
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After two months of screening and negotiation, the intelligent system supplier for the "Happy Elderly Home" project was finally determined.
This company named "Zhi Ling Technology" has rich experience in the elderly care field and strong technical capabilities.
Pei Song sat in the conference room and watched the negotiations enter the final stage.
Everything seemed to be going according to plan, but he always felt that something was wrong.
Sure enough, just as the contract was about to be signed, the supplier suddenly put forward new requirements.
"According to the latest cost estimates, the system construction costs need to be increased by 30%." The representative of Zhiling Technology pushed over a new quotation.
Pei Song frowned: "This is different from what we agreed on before."
"The market conditions are changing too fast and the cost of raw materials is rising. We are helpless." The other party looked helpless.
Not only the price, but also the delivery time and maintenance terms need to be greatly changed.
The originally promised three-month delivery period turned into six months, and the maintenance costs doubled.
"These terms were determined after many rounds of negotiations," Pei Song said solemnly, "Isn't it a bit inappropriate to change them now?"
The supplier representative said calmly: "Manager Pei, we have no choice but to do this. If your company feels it is not suitable, you can consider other suppliers."
Although the words were spoken politely, they clearly contained a hint of threat.
They knew that the project had reached a critical stage and changing suppliers was almost impossible.
The atmosphere in the conference room was a little solemn for a moment.
"Give us two days to think about it." Pei Song said, then stood up and left the meeting room.