Fan Juan was calculating the costs in her mind. This hair dryer hadn't even hit the production line yet. If they only made the core parts, they could reduce the number of production lines by two. The core technology would still be in their own hands, but the safety guarantee had to be confirmed first.
For the same shipment, finished products will definitely take up more space, but it's different if only core components are shipped.
Moreover, the distance between Yuecheng and Beijing is so far that it will not affect their business and development in the home appliance factory. It's not just hair dryers; other home appliances can also adopt the same cooperation plan in the future.
"I need to think about this matter. After all, it's a big deal for the factory, and it's not something I can decide on my own."
Fan Juan didn't agree immediately, and Boss Huo wasn't angry either. When it comes to business, you have to talk.
"Of course, no problem. The biggest electronics store in our area is just ahead, with all kinds of home appliances."
Boss Huo began his introduction.
Fan Juan discovered that there were quite a few types and brands of electrical appliances, including some imported ones. However, the prices were very high. For example, washing machines with similar functions were three to five times more expensive than the washing machines manufactured by their Qianjin Electrical Appliance Factory.
Before long, Fan Juan was taken to a counter that was dedicated to selling their own products. It was packed with people, even more popular than their own shop in Beijing.
"These days, big-ticket items are popular for weddings. A washing machine or rice cooker is a great way to show off. Compared to other brands, the price of a Qianjin washing machine is less than a month's salary, so it's very popular. However, the demand exceeds the supply. When will you, Factory Manager Fan, give me a larger order?"
"Are the wages this high here?"
Fan Juan's eyebrows twitched.
"Factory wages are certainly not that high, but there are many people doing business here. As long as you are willing to use your brain and work hard, even if you are a small vendor on the roadside or in the night market, you can make a washing machine in just a few days."
Old Wu was shocked by what Boss Huo said. When did money become so easy to earn?
"Some people seek stability and stay in factories, while others work during the day and set up stalls at night markets, selling food or clothes. They bring their goods from the wholesale market, travel a little further to exchange them, and earn quite a bit each day."
Mr. Huo spoke casually, but Fan Juan remembered that he was the first out-of-town merchant to place an order with her. Despite the difficulties of transportation, he still ordered a large quantity of goods.
"Don't the factory workers protest?"
Fan Juan asked out. Last night, besides eating, she and Lao Wu walked around the night market, asking about the prices of things at each stall and buying quite a few things. The prices weren't cheap, and they unknowingly spent over a hundred yuan in one night.
“Of course people will complain if wages are low, because the factories can’t afford to pay high wages. But most of them are state-owned. It’s different with the private factories here. They get more orders, the workers are busy, so the wages go up. The more you do, the more you earn.”
Boss Huo looked at Fan Juan, who nodded slightly. She already had a destination in mind for where to go next.
"Regarding the outsourcing cooperation that Boss Huo mentioned in the car, I want to see if the outsourced factory can meet the quality requirements of our Qianjin factory. After all, the products come from our factory, and if there are any problems, it will not be good for our factory's reputation."
Fan Juan made the suggestion.
"Of course, that's no problem. But I need to make some arrangements. How about tomorrow? Today is too rushed. In the afternoon, Director Fan can visit some of the tourist attractions in Yuecheng. We can have dinner together in the evening, and then I can show Director Fan the night market in Yuecheng. Besides the area near Yuezhou Hotel, there are other more lively places."
Mr. Huo extended an invitation.
"Thank you very much for your hospitality, Mr. Huo."
Fan Juan nodded in agreement.
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