That year the flowers bloomed 1981

Chapter 1449 You've Overreached

"Whoo~"

Shang Bin let out a soft breath, feeling much more relaxed.

In fact, all the issues discussed at today's meeting were basically just a cover for this last one. All the demands related to Southwest Heavy Truck combined are not as urgent as this last one.

The establishment of Jingnan Group was driven by many people, who also have high hopes for Shangbin.

Although the stabbing incident two months ago caused Shang Bin to lose some important connections, making further advancement in his career in the short term impossible,

But Shang Bin can't just give up; he still has a bunch of people waiting to "get some benefits"! If Shang Bin can't achieve something quickly, no one will benefit, and the current situation won't be able to be maintained.

However, Southwest Heavy Truck has not achieved much in the past few decades, so how easy is it to achieve results quickly now?

This isn't something Shang Bin can decide on his own. The entire Southwest Heavy Truck company is sick from top to bottom. The workers and technicians below aren't proactive or supportive, so even if Shang Bin is worried sick, it won't help.

The development of the KamAZ project is out of the question. After the First Plant made it clear that it would not help, the engineers from Southwest Heavy Truck came up with a "Frankenstein's monster" assembly plan, and it is still uncertain whether a prototype can be produced before the end of the year.

Therefore, increasing the sales volume of Southwest Heavy Truck's existing products becomes the simplest and most effective way to improve performance.

With the help of the sales system in the first factory, the annual output can definitely be increased several times or even ten times. After all, the previous sales volume was too low, only a few hundred units per year. With a little increase or some boasting, wouldn't it be more than ten times?
Therefore, Li Ye's support is crucial.

However, after agreeing to Shang Bin's request, Li Ye immediately added, "Secretary Shang, I agree to your proposal, but there are some things I need to make clear beforehand."

If Southwest Heavy Truck's engineering vehicles want to be included in the sales system of the First Plant, they must comply with the First Plant's after-sales service standards, including a 50,000-kilometer warranty on the power system and reverse accountability for any quality issues that arise.

Li Ye spoke frankly and explained the rules of the First Factory to Shang Bin and the others, and then Shang Bin, Weng Keming, and the others frowned.

The production, quality inspection, and sales standards of the First Plant have been continuously adjusted and improved over the past five years, forming a very mature production process. If Southwest Heavy Truck is willing to accept it, it can significantly improve their product quality and service level.

However, Shang Bin and others did not see this as a good thing.

Cong Jin Hongdao asked, "Li Ye, what do you mean by reverse accountability? Does it mean rework?"

Li Ye explained carefully, "It's not just about repairs; there will also be fines, accountability for those responsible, and a ban on selling similar products until the errors are rectified."

"In general, the sales department sets out product requirements, the production process makes corresponding adjustments, and everything is market-driven."
The saying "the customer is king" may be somewhat biased, but I think it's true that the person paying is the boss. Sales opinions must be implemented in reverse to the production unit.

"Wow, these rules are pretty strict."

"Hmm, the sales department manages production? They certainly have a knack for it. No wonder the first factory has been doing so well all these years!"

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Jin Hong and the others suddenly started praising Li Ye, but despite the praise, nothing came of it. No one said they would agree to Li Ye's request or when it would be implemented.

Li Ye knew that this matter would most likely come to nothing.

Because they all felt that Li Ye was trying to get his hands on Southwest Heavy Truck, and that his reach was too far.

It's understandable that they overthink things. When the Light Vehicle Company's main plant initially tried to leverage the sales system of its branch plant, it was ultimately "reverse-infiltrated" by the branch plant's standards. Now, the main plant's standards are completely aligned with the branch plant's, much like how people in inland areas idolize lighthouses. But can Southwest Heavy Truck truly idolize the branch plant? Can the branch plant's sales department really implement its directives at Southwest Heavy Truck?

What about Shang Bin and the others? Can they still lead the team?

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After the meeting, Ma Zhaoxian invited Li Ye to his office. When Li Ye arrived, he found that Dong Shan, the newly appointed office director, was also there.

Seeing Li Ye enter, Ma Zhaoxian smiled and said, "Dong Shan has officially taken office today. I think we should let him get acquainted with the units below, especially the first branch factory. Otherwise, if anyone criticizes the first branch factory like they did today, no one will speak up for us."

When Weng Keming proposed "abolishing overtime pay" today, Ma Zhaoxian didn't dare to object, so Li Ye directly confronted him. However, if Dong Shan had resisted more tactfully, it wouldn't have been as intense as it was just now.

This is one of the benefits of promoting trusted confidants. In a battle between two armies, the commander-in-chief rarely intervenes, and a lowly soldier can solve 90% of the problems.

As Ma Zhaoxian spoke these words, Dong Shan had already stood up from his chair, facing Li Ye with a smile and a slight bow.

Li Ye smiled and said, "Please sit down, please sit down. We're all family, so please don't stand on ceremony with me."

Dong Shan humbly replied, "I'm not being formal; I sincerely want to learn from General Manager Li. The development of the branch factory is evident to all, and General Manager Li, you have made invaluable contributions."

Li Ye felt a little strange because Dong Shan was much older than him, yet he praised Li Ye very naturally.

"You can't say that! The First Branch Factory was an experimental unit spearheaded by General Manager Ma; I can't be credited for it first."

"Hahahaha~"

Ma Zhaoxian laughed heartily, then said, "We're all on the same side, so don't flatter me. I've already explained things to Dong Shan."

Tomorrow, take him on a tour of the first branch factory so he can get a thorough understanding of it. Otherwise, he won't know your capabilities yet!

Li Ye smiled and said, "What ability do I have! But tomorrow won't work, I need to take a day off tomorrow. How about the day after tomorrow? The day after tomorrow is Friday, and Director Dong and I will go to the grassroots level for inspection."

"Alright, it's decided then."

Ma Zhaoxian readily agreed on behalf of Dong Shan, making Li Ye somewhat suspicious about what special relationship Dong Shan had with Ma Zhaoxian.

Li Ye was on leave on Wednesday because Pei Wencong, Hao Jian, and others were coming to the capital the next day.

The annual Spring Festival gathering is a big event for Li Ye's small group. Even last year when Li Ye was in Su'e, Pei Wencong and others went to Moscow to listen to Li Ye's instructions.

That evening, Li Ye suddenly received a call from Pei Wencong: "Li Ye, I just received a call from Liang Xiaomin. She said she's coming to Beijing to see you tomorrow."

"Liang Xiaomin?"

Li Ye paused for a moment before realizing what he meant: "You mean Guo Donglun's nanny? We don't have time tomorrow! Tell her to reschedule for Saturday, I'm free then."

"Well... she said it's tomorrow."

(End of this chapter)