I thought about it for a long time.
Wu Changfeng was about to make a historic decision regarding the lithography machine factory and technology research and development for Qimingxing.
This relates to how far Qimingxing can go in high-end technology.
The question is whether we can enter the world's top ranks.
The current period of quiet research and development is so that we can soar like a dragon in the future.
If one's vision is slightly off, one will deviate from the world's mainstream in the future.
But Wu Changfeng happened to understand how lithography machines would develop in later generations.
Although I don't understand the technology, I still remember the trajectory.
Wu Changfeng took a sip of tea and put the cup down.
Huo Jiaqi also knew that it was time to make a decision: whether to expand the research institute or maintain its current size, it was entirely up to the boss.
This isn't something that can be done simply by touching the upper lip to the lower lip.
The technology must be developed with real money.
Huo Jiaqi also estimated that hundreds of millions of dollars was just a drop in the ocean.
To achieve good results and integrate with the world, the amount of money required is unimaginable.
Wu Changfeng sat back down on the sofa and looked at Huo Jiaqi.
"Why do you look like you're waiting for a verdict?" Wu Changfeng couldn't help but chuckle.
Huo Jiaqi said seriously, "Now that we've assembled the lithography machine, the next step is crucial. How can I not be nervous?"
Wu Changfeng nodded: "Yes, whether to buy or to research is a big question. What do you think?"
"Research and development, we must conduct research and development!" Huo Jiaqi replied quickly.
"Why?" Wu Changfeng spread his hands: "I can buy lithography machines anytime and produce chips."
Huo Jiaqi immediately said, "The lithography machine is just a production device; we can't afford the raw materials either!"
"In other words, ASML and we do have an agreement, but if international problems arise and we can't buy the raw materials, these lithography machines will be nothing but a pile of scrap metal!"
Wu Changfeng nodded and said approvingly, "Well said!"
"With such foresight, you truly deserve to be the person I chose to be in charge!"
Huo Jiaqi was overjoyed: "Does the boss think so too?"
Wu Changfeng said, "Indeed, I am also worried that an embargo will be imposed in the future. Although lithography machines are not valued now, they are still the most cutting-edge technology. Sooner or later, something unpleasant will happen because of this technology."
Where does the confidence of foreign hegemony come from?
Huo Jiaqi thought for a moment: "I have it, you don't! You have it, but I'm better at it!"
“That’s right!” Wu Changfeng said, “Well said.”
Huo Jiaqi's eyes widened: "Could it really be like this in the future...? What should we do then?! Do we have to follow up on everything?"
Wu Changfeng shook his head: "Following up on everything? That's impossible. We don't have the energy or the capability."
"Therefore, we need to change our approach."
"What's the idea?" Huo Jiaqi asked.
Wu Changfeng said, "We will select two essential links in the production process, then focus on overcoming them to reach the world's top level, so that chip production can either not do without us, or its production efficiency will be low or even decline if it does not!"
Huo Jiaqi immediately understood: "In other words, we can't do without you, and any embargo will be nonsense then!"
Wu Changfeng smiled and said, "Yes, that's the idea."
Huo Jiaqi rubbed his hands together: "So where should we start? Does the boss have any suggestions?"
"Let's start with wafers and photoresist."
Huo Jiaqi thought for a moment and said, "That works, but the problem now is that our foundation is too weak and we still can't keep up with the world's most advanced technology."
Wu Changfeng said, "Then we'll just throw money at it and send them abroad to study. Of course, they might not allow us to study there. If that doesn't work, we'll recruit international students and buy whatever equipment we need while we develop it ourselves."
"We must not lose our family's traditional reverse mapping skills."
At this point, Huo Jiaqi chuckled and said, "Then I'll set up a project team first to test the waters. If there are any difficulties that I can't solve, I'll come to you again."
Wu Changfeng nodded: "I remember, we are now learning, then catching up, and then surpassing."
"However, surpassing them does not mean you have won."
Huo Jiaqi asked, "Why? We've surpassed them all, so aren't we the boss? Why are we afraid of others causing trouble?"
Wu Changfeng said seriously, "You have to understand that technology is constantly advancing. If you stay in the same place, others will catch up very quickly."
“I’ll give you a plan, but once you surpass them, you must increase investment in the development of the next generation of technology and leave your competitors behind.”
"Simply put, the first generation of technology maintains the standard, the second generation surpasses it, the third generation is kept secret, and the fourth generation is being developed."
Huo Jiaqi was a little confused: "Why is that?"
Wu Changfeng said in a sinister tone, "To strike at the enemy is to crush their morale."
"When your competitors are developing the second generation, you release the second-generation technology directly and strike them hard."
"As a result, companies that see no hope will abandon this research and development path."
Even if some stubborn companies continue to follow suit, the technology you have will always remain a generation ahead.
"Release whatever your competitors are researching, so that their funds go to waste without making a sound."
"This is the power of technology!"
Huo Jiaqi said, "I understand, it's about destroying someone's spirit!"
Wu Changfeng nodded: "These are all future plans. Right now you are too weak and don't know anything. Hurry up and study."
"If we can play like this, our opponents can play like this too."
"It all comes down to which side is more resilient, so you need to lead both teams well and keep their morale high."
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