Courtyard House: Starting in a Ceramics Factory

In fact, most of the directors and deputy directors present were quite familiar with Li Feng's young face.

"Li Feng from Wuxing Ceramics Factory"—this name has become a frequently mentioned term in ministry meetings over the past year.

From the industrialization of ceramics to technological upgrading to tap potential, to computer-aided design, and then to the miracle of foreign exchange earnings, this young man almost single-handedly propelled a long-established state-owned enterprise onto the fast track of rapid development.

The rise of Wuxing Ceramics Factory directly led to a surge in foreign exchange earnings for the entire light industry system, which in turn enhanced the status and influence of the Ministry of Light Industry among the various ministries and commissions of the country.

Today, the Ministry of Light Industry has become one of the top foreign exchange earners in the country, and Li Feng deserves much credit for this achievement.

What amazed everyone present even more was that this young man was not only capable, but his career advancement was also incredibly rapid.

In less than two years, he went from an ordinary skilled worker to an ordinary cadre, and then to the position of a division chief.

A 22-year-old division-level cadre!

Looking across the entire country, they are probably extremely rare.

So when they saw Li Feng sitting there, although they were somewhat surprised by his youth, they were more naturally scrutinizing and curious.

They all wanted to see for themselves what made this young man, who was valued by both Zheng Guowei and Leader Jiang, so exceptional.

Li Feng could feel the gazes coming from all directions—some scrutinizing, some curious, some approving, and perhaps even a hint of barely perceptible doubt.

But he remained calm; the solemn scene before him was not enough to stir any emotion within him.

"cough."

A soft cough brought everyone's attention back to the present.

Zheng Guowei, deputy director of the Planning Department who chaired the meeting, cleared his throat, looked around the room, and said: "Comrades, the only topic of this expanded meeting of the Party Group is to discuss the strategic concept report on the construction of a fully automated ceramic production line, which was drafted by Comrade Li Feng of Wuxing Ceramics Factory."

His voice wasn't loud, but it was very penetrating.

"This report was distributed to everyone yesterday afternoon."

"I believe everyone has already seen it." Zheng Guowei's gaze swept over everyone present. "I won't go into the importance of this report again."

"It is related to the future development direction of our country's ceramic industry and even the entire light industry system, and to whether we can master core competitiveness and gain industry influence in the international market."

"This is not just a technical project, but a strategic plan. Today, we need to unify our thinking, make a decision, and once we've identified the right path, we must act immediately and concentrate our efforts on it!"

Zheng Guowei's opening remarks were brief and powerful, directly highlighting the main theme and tone of the meeting.

After speaking, he turned his gaze to Li Feng, his tone softening: "Now, let's invite Comrade Li Feng from Wuxing Ceramics Factory, the author of this report, to give us a detailed explanation of the report's specific content and strategic vision. Please welcome him."

As soon as he finished speaking, applause, though not enthusiastic, rang out in the conference room.

Li Feng stood up, first bowing slightly to Leader Jiang and the other leaders in the main seat, before walking to the podium at the front of the conference table.

He didn't bring any prepared remarks, only a copy of the report in front of him. Facing a room full of bigwigs who controlled the lifeline of light industry, Li Feng took a deep breath, his gaze calm and confident.

"Respected Leader Jiang, esteemed leaders, good afternoon."

His voice was clear and steady, carrying through the microphone to every corner of the conference room.

"It is a great honor to have the opportunity to present my concept for the construction of a fully automated ceramic production line to the leaders here. The core of this report can be summarized in twelve words: starting with a specific point, spreading technology, and establishing standards."

Without any unnecessary formalities, Li Feng got straight to the point.

"The so-called 'using a point to drive the whole area' refers to the 'point' we plan to build at the Wuxing Ceramics Factory. It will be the first in the country and the first in the world to be a truly automated ceramic production line, from raw material processing to finished product packaging."

"This production line will not only be a production line, but also a comprehensive experimental platform that integrates cutting-edge technologies from multiple disciplines such as mechanical engineering, electrical automation, computer science, and materials science."

"Its completion will prove that we have the ability to independently design, manufacture, and control in the field of high-end industrial automation. This will be a landmark achievement."

Li Feng speaks slowly, but his logic is clear and his points are well-organized.

The leaders present listened attentively, and many had already begun taking notes in their notebooks.

“The ‘using the surface to drive the point’ approach means leveraging this successful ‘point’ to promote and replicate its proven, mature technologies, management models, and engineering experience to the ceramics industry nationwide, and even the entire light industry system.”

We can establish a dedicated technical service team to provide technical upgrade solutions for other companies. We can also run training courses to cultivate automation technology talent for the entire industry. Furthermore, we can modularize and standardize this system to create complete sets of equipment and solutions that can be exported.

"Finally, and most importantly, is the 'establishment of standards'."

At this point, Li Feng's eyes brightened considerably.

"When our technology becomes mainstream in the industry, and when our equipment is used throughout the country, we will have the ability and the right to formulate our own industry technical standards."

From the hardware specifications of the production line to the software protocols of the control system, and then to the quality inspection standards of the products.

Once our standards become national standards, and are even recognized nationwide.

Then we will have the highest say in the entire industry chain.

In the future, any country wishing to enter this field must follow our rules, use our technology, and purchase our patents.

"By then, what we will be selling will not just be porcelain, but technology, standards, and rules!"

After he finished speaking, the conference room fell silent.

Those present were all experts, and they instantly understood the grand and far-reaching strategic intent behind Li Feng's words.

This is no longer a simple factory technological upgrading project; it is an ambitious plan that attempts to fundamentally change the industrial landscape and seize the commanding heights of future technology!

Most of the leaders wore expressions of approval and awe. They nodded in agreement, their eyes filled with admiration as they looked at Li Feng. (End of Chapter)