Chapter 178 Meeting
"This is a trend, and the sales department must learn it in the future." Jiang Haitang said seriously.
Now we live in a planned economy, and the sales department has basically no presence, but it will be different in the future. After the transition from a planned economy to a market economy, the requirements for salespeople will increase significantly. By then, they will have no choice but to learn, and the market will force salespeople to master this technology.
"Our second key asset is woolen products. Through continuous improvement, we recently developed a woolen fabric containing 50% domestic wool. Test results show that its warmth retention is 15% higher than similar products. Furthermore, we have improved the color palette and color fastness, making it quite competitive."
Jiang Haitang lowered her voice, "If we can get a quality inspection report from the military supply department for this product, it will convince foreign investors of our quality. However, there are certain difficulties. We can work hard, but don't force it. I believe that even if we only rely on the product itself, we should be able to achieve good results."
"I'll think of a way later. Maybe I can get the quality inspection report." After thinking about it, Lu Liangchen felt that this matter was still feasible, so he spoke.
"We have a third card at this spring Canton Fair, and that is the wool sweaters we produce."
"Although our current output is not high, as the number of jacquard machines provided by subsequent machinery factories increases, our output can be gradually expanded. We can definitely make wool sweaters the main product of this Canton Fair." Jiang Haitang's eyes sparkled.
"I've designed several wool sweater styles before, and samples should be available soon. When the time comes, we'll have people try them on. If there are any shortcomings, we'll make improvements. Then, when we get to the Canton Fair, we'll try to make them a hit."
Hearing Jiang Haitang say so much in one breath, Lu Liangchen couldn't help but ask: "When did you make these plans?"
He just asked Jiang Haitang casually, but he didn't expect that she was so well prepared. This could not be done in a day or two.
"It started after I attended the Canton Fair last year. In fact, I started preparing during the Canton Fair. When I attended the Canton Fair, I conducted market research on the products preferred by foreign merchants and got to know the preferences of merchants from all over the world."
"You really are thinking three steps ahead. At that time, neither Director Hu nor I had thought of these things." Lu Liangchen felt that compared with Jiang Haitang's plan, he did have many shortcomings. It seemed that he still had a lot to learn about managing a factory.
"This time, we must prepare samples for the exhibition in a targeted manner and strive to sign more contracts." Jiang Haitang said with a smile. There was a hint of fatigue in her smile, but more of it was anticipation for the future.
During this period, Jiang Haitang worked overtime every night for the upcoming Canton Fair.
Lu Liangchen smiled and said, "Haitang, you are so dedicated. Our factory is blessed to have you here."
"It's better to be prepared. Last year we were too hasty and didn't fully understand the market. Although we won a few contracts, they were quite few. I think that kind of result was not impressive enough. We must do better this year."
When Jiang Haitang talked about last year, she felt somewhat regretful.
"Okay, I'll arrange for someone from the factory office to work with you on this matter and make a detailed plan for the samples to be exhibited at this Canton Fair. If you have any needs, just let me know. I will fully support you." Lu Liangchen said.
"Okay." Jiang Haitang did not refuse. She really needed help from others.
The preparations for the Canton Fair are so complicated that she cannot complete them all by herself.
Jiang Haitang turned another page, revealing a booth design. The function and layout of each area were marked with different colored pens, and every detail was carefully considered.
"The provincial department mentioned before that they would give our factory two more booths. I estimate that this year's booth location will be better than last year."
Lu Liangchen nodded. When he went to the provincial department before, the leaders there did hint to him in this way.
"I plan to divide the exhibition area into three parts: the main booth will display new Dacron products, the left side will be the woolen area, and the right side will be used for dynamic displays. In addition to displaying our wool sweater samples, we can also cooperate with the machinery factory to conduct on-site demonstrations. This will not only showcase our products, but also increase interactivity and attract more attention from customers." Jiang Haitang introduced his design ideas in detail.
"Have the exhibition samples from the machinery factory been decided?" Lu Liangchen asked.
"I don't know about the others, but the jacquard machine will definitely be among them." Jiang Haitang replied. Currently, the only machine that the machinery factory can cooperate with the textile factory is the jacquard machine.
"I will discuss this with Director Mao later and try to achieve collaboration between the two companies. This way we can complement each other's strengths and jointly enhance the competitiveness of our products," said Lu Liangchen.
"Okay, and I have another idea." Jiang Haitang spoke with increasing enthusiasm, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "We can create a product brochure in both Chinese and English. Through a combination of pictures and text, we can highlight the quality and price advantages of 'Made in China.' This way, customers can have a more intuitive understanding of our products, and it will also facilitate our promotion."
Lu Liangchen pondered, "Wouldn't the album be too ostentatious? These days, foreign propaganda is strictly controlled..."
"So I think the content of the propaganda posters should highlight serving the people of the Third World, and the product introductions should emphasize 'sturdy and durable' and 'affordable and good quality'. This will not only meet policy requirements, but also attract customers," Jiang Haitang explained.
The two of them became more and more excited as they talked, and before they knew it, it was already past ten o'clock. The night outside the window was already deep, with only the occasional chirping of insects.
Jiang Haitang then stood up and was about to leave.
Lu Liangchen sent Jiang Haitang to the door of her home. He was really reluctant to let Jiang Haitang go.
"Fortunately, in a few months, I won't have to send you back like this."
There was a hint of sweet anticipation in his tone.
Jiang Haitang said shyly, "Really, that's all I'm thinking about!" Her cheeks flushed slightly, like blooming peach blossoms.
"I'm a normal man. Isn't it normal to think about this?" Lu Liangchen said this with a faint smile, then changed the subject and said seriously, "I'm going to the provincial department tomorrow to report your ideas to them and see if I can get more support. With the support of the provincial department, our preparations for the Canton Fair will go more smoothly."
Jiang Haitang nodded, her eyes full of gratitude: "Thank you for your hard work, Liangchen."
"I'm not tired. Compared to what you've done, what I've done is still a little less." Lu Liangchen took Jiang Haitang's hand and said seriously, "Haitang, as the factory director, I'm pleased with your hard work and dedication, but as your fiancé, I hope you always take care of your health first."
Jiang Haitang didn't expect Lu Liangchen to say such a thing. She smiled and said, "Okay, I understand. From now on, I will try my best to eat well and sleep well, and make sure that my body is in good shape."
Jiang Haitang hesitated for a moment, then said, "You should also take care of your health. You are the pillar of our family. Xiao Taozi and I rely on you."
"Okay, for you and Xiao Taozi, I will never let myself collapse."
The two of them gave each other a few words of advice before Jiang Haitang returned to the house to wash up and rest.
Lu Liangchen reluctantly returned to his home. He first went to see Xiao Taozi. Xiao Taozi had fallen asleep. The little girl was lying on the bed, snoring, and sleeping soundly.
After helping her cover the kicked-off quilt, Lu Liangchen returned to his room. Instead of sleeping, he sat at the desk and began to sort out what he had just discussed with Jiang Haitang.
He first sorted out the contents mentioned by Jiang Haitang one by one, and then made simple adjustments and enrichments based on some of the situations he knew.
It was not until he felt that the report was complete and it was already one o'clock in the morning that Lu Liangchen lay down on the bed to rest.
The next day.
As soon as Lu Liangchen stepped into the office, Zhao Kai came over.
He handed Lu Liangchen a photo.
The person in the photo is Lee Seung-ri, and opposite Lee Seung-ri stands a man wearing a baseball cap.
Li Shengli and the man were quite close, and Lu Liangchen looked at the photo for a long time.
Suddenly, he saw the Longines watch on the man's wrist. Jincheng currently does not sell this kind of watch. This person's identity is not simple.
"Have you checked this person's identity?"
"There is no such person." Zhao Kai lowered his voice.
Not being able to find someone is often the most serious problem. This Li Shengli is really patient. They have spent a lot of time waiting for Li Shengli.
After finally finding a suspect, I still haven't found any information about this person.
"Continue investigating and dig this person out no matter what."
"Yes!" Zhao Kai answered loudly, then turned and walked out.
As long as the person is alive and has lived in Jincheng, he will be found. Perhaps this person is just too good at hiding.
Lu Liangchen watched Zhao Kai walk away and asked his secretary to notify comrades above the middle level to attend a meeting.
Many people were confused about Lu Liangchen's sudden notification of a meeting.
When they arrived at the conference room and heard Lu Liangchen ask them to each offer suggestions on participating in the Spring Canton Fair, many of them were dumbfounded.
Either they are confused and don't know how to answer, or their answers are messy, basically giving some meaningless opinions, or there is nothing at all to say, just a bunch of empty words and clichés.
Lu Liangchen was obviously dissatisfied with the outcome of the meeting.
"Comrades, there's only a little over a month left until the Spring Canton Fair, yet you don't even have a simple plan for participating in it. This kind of work attitude is very worrying."
"The organization has handed over the textile factory to us, so we must do a good job in textiles. Only by doing a good job in textiles can we live up to the expectations of the country and the people." Lu Liangchen said earnestly.
Among the dozen or so people present, some looked as if they didn't care at all, but a few others were obviously lost in thought.
Just when Lu Liangchen was about to continue speaking, someone spoke up.
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