Chapter 259: Gathering for profit will surely separate for profit!
Saturday, August 27th.
Zhang Shuo did not lie to him, he indeed made an appointment with his tutor, Professor Shu.
When other new graduate students met with their supervisors, that is, during interviews, Zhang Shuo was special. In addition, the school deliberately matched him, so he became a disciple.
Professor Shu is one of the most authoritative professors at Binhai University, and his research direction is cyberspace governance.
Professor Shu was actually very surprised that Zhang Shuo chose him as his mentor.
He originally thought that with Zhang Shuo's previous understanding and pursuit of new technologies in the Internet field, he would probably choose research directions such as artificial intelligence, big data, and cloud computing.
Unexpectedly, I chose the unpopular "cyberspace governance".
As everyone knows, when it comes to research in the fields of artificial intelligence and big data, no matter how hard Zhang Shuo works, he probably won’t be able to keep up with the likes of Tan Yunsong from the Fertile Land Research Institute. There is no need to be more serious in these fields.
It is enough to have a general understanding of the development trends of cutting-edge technologies.
On the contrary, as a business manager, Zhang Shuo pays more attention to research in the public domain such as "cyberspace governance", which is very beneficial for deeply understanding official policies, adjusting corporate strategies, and operating in compliance with regulations.
Take the simplest user privacy as an example.
Generally speaking, Chinese Internet companies lack enough respect for users and think that they can do whatever they want with users' personal information for free.
It is inevitable to step on thunder in the later stage.
"I'm quite surprised by this answer." Professor Shu was even more surprised. He wanted to take Zhang Shuo's exam and asked with a smile: "Then do you think cyberspace governance should be conservative or open?"
"Let's take advantage of the situation." Zhang Shuo did not give an accurate answer, "In my opinion, netizens are not virtual characters, they correspond to real people; Internet events and public opinions are also real things. Offline
Talking about cyberspace governance is itself a false proposition."
The governance of cyberspace itself is also a process that keeps pace with the times.
"well said!"
Professor Shu was even more satisfied, as he truly recognized Zhang Shuo as his disciple.
Put aside facts and talk about doctrine.
This is not a rigorous academic attitude.
"I know that you have a special status, and you don't have to check in every day. As long as you pass the final exam and pass the thesis, I won't make any other requirements. I also believe that you have the self-discipline."
The postgraduate program Zhang Shuo applied for is a two-year program.
In fact, there are teaching arrangements for the first year of graduate school, and there are no classes for the second year of graduate school. You may work on projects with your tutor, or just concentrate on preparing your graduation thesis.
Overall it's very relaxing.
At the postgraduate level, if you are still unable to discipline yourself and study independently, it is a failure in itself.
"Thank you, teacher!" Zhang Shuo was very happy.
Although he said he wanted to hide on the university campus, he didn't want to go to class every day. Professional classes were okay, but public classes were really unnecessary given his self-study ability.
Seeing Professor Shu's intentions, he might even give him a small prescription.
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Monday, August 29th.
As soon as Zhang Shuo sat down in the office, Luo Changan came over to report on his work.
The investment and M&A department of the group has been quite busy recently. In addition to acting in Lens Technology, it also has to implement the investment in Born Optics, and cooperate with Ahri to complete the acquisition of Artemisia Map.
Although Ahri is the main one, Moya must also keep an eye on it.
otherwise.
He could be sold by Ahli in any minute.
"Mr. Zhang, I also got news that Lens Technology seems to be re-evaluating its cooperation with Scarlet Capital." Luo Changan was a little gloating.
Scarlet Capital had only signed an investment letter of intent with Lens Technology before, which had no legal effect.
It can indeed be terminated unilaterally.
"Really?" Zhang Shuo was a little surprised, "Why?"
"I guess you said harsh words at the Internet Conference. Lens Technology is worried about completely losing Maili Technology as a customer, and wants to avoid offending both parties." Luo Changan was very impressed.
"Cute King" is not just someone you call me "Cute King".
Unknowingly, Germination has also become a bit of a deterrent to the industry.
Who doesn’t know now that Sprout has completely turned against Scarlet Capital. If Lens Technology continues to be stubborn and insists on cooperating with Scarlet Capital, it is almost 100% impossible to get orders from Maili Technology.
Although this order is still on paper.
First, with Maili Technology’s investment, no one in the industry doubts whether Maili Technology will be able to produce a finished mobile phone next year.
At most, it's just the difference between good and bad quality.
Second, Lens Technology and Born Optical are evenly matched competitors. Even if Maili Technology's orders are not as good as Apple's, the balance of power between the two companies may be broken.
This is what Lens Technology is most afraid of.
"Since Lens Technology doesn't want to offend either side, why did it reject us before and then agree to Scarlet Capital? Hasn't it already chosen a side?" Zhang Shuo was still puzzled.
The boss of Lens Technology also started from scratch, so he shouldn’t be so confused.
"Because Scarlet Capital gave too much before, not only the valuation quote was 1.5 times ours, but it also promised to help Lens Technology go public within the next three years," Luo Changan explained.
"It's still a bit greedy."
In my impression, the original space-time Lens Technology has raised large amounts of funds from the stock market several times, and the stock price has been high from the beginning, draining out the potential for future appreciation.
Of course, Lens Technology is not alone in doing this. Many domestic companies are like this. They frantically review data before going public. After going public, they often reach the peak of their debut.
Then it just kept falling.
The craziest thing was the black ant. Fortunately, he finally stepped on the brakes.
"That's not right. Since Scarlet Capital has offered such an attractive price, what reason does Lens Technology have to regret it?" Zhang Shuo is not so arrogant as to think that his words have such a great deterrent effect.
"Because just yesterday, Scarlet Capital unilaterally notified Lens Technology that it would lower the valuation of Lens Technology to a level consistent with our previous quotation." Luo Changan explained.
"..."
Zhang Shuo was completely speechless, what is this called, reversal and reversal?
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I was thinking about Xiao Jiujiu.
I just plan to drink it out first, and then take down Lens Technology at the minimum cost.
The calculation is clear and simple.
But in the end, Scarlet Capital was too clever in its calculations and still became the tool of Bu Ya. Being played around by Bu Ya, it was even more unwilling to invest in Lens Technology at a high premium.
Lens Technology is not stupid either. Scarlet Capital’s quotation was low, and it wanted to offend Suya, so it also went back on its word.
They are not easy to get along with.
"Forget it, let's not get involved in their intrigues anymore."
Zhang Shuo didn't think much more, "It's true that Tan Chairen made harsh words at the Internet Conference before, saying that we should pay enough attention to cutting off the supply chain of Maili Technology."
From the perspective of Scarlet Capital.
If you want to create obstacles for the budding mobile phone business, manipulating the supply chain is indeed the most effective way.
In the mobile phone supply chain, there are more than 200 core suppliers alone. Scarlet Capital does not need to do everything. As long as it gets stuck in one or several links, it can cause big trouble for Suiya.
Glass panels have dodged a bullet, but the battle for other suppliers has just begun.
Of course.
It doesn’t mean that there are more than 200 suppliers, and every one of them has to fight for wisdom and courage.
Scarlet Capital itself does not have the ability to penetrate into the entire industry chain.
Secondly, many powerful suppliers do not necessarily need to look at the face of Scarlet Capital. For example, the repetition of Lens Technology can prove this point.
Scarlet Capital’s influence is mainly in the Internet industry and has little influence in the manufacturing industry.
At most, you have money.
Even if they are core suppliers, they are not all irreplaceable. There are often several competitors, such as Lens Technology and Born Optical, which compete on glass panels.
As long as it is fungible, the operating space left for Scarlet Capital is very limited.
"So, in the next period of time, the Investment and M&A Department will cooperate with Maili Technology to focus on those suppliers with low substitutability and relatively weak strength, and make arrangements in advance." Zhang Shuo ordered.
"clear!"
Although he had a small victory over Scarlet Capital, Luo Changan definitely did not dare to underestimate this competitor, and even felt a lot of pressure.
"Be prepared for a protracted war." Zhang Shuo was very calm and said with a smile: "But don't be afraid, our sprout is not papery, just treat Scarlet Capital as the whetstone on the road to sprout's rise.
It’s a stepping stone to hone our fighting skills and business capabilities. It’s endless fun to fight with others!”
This is by no means arrogant, but he has a basic judgment on the industry.
I also know that in China, the boss who can build his own company to a certain scale and become a core supplier in the mobile phone industry chain may not have a high level of education, but his emotional intelligence must be sufficient.
I will not be confused easily and choose between Sprout and Scarlet Capital.
Accepting Scarlet Capital's investment may make you a profit in the short term, but if it offends Suiya, it will not be a crisis that can be easily handled.
As the fastest-growing start-up company in China, does Sprout not have many friends in the circle?
Doing business is all about being harmonious and making money. If you offend a big guy like Mo Ya, you may run into trouble in any field one day, so why bother?
This is still false.
A more practical consideration is that with the strong potential currently shown by Maili Technology, Maili Technology will definitely have a place in the domestic mobile phone series in the future.
It is really not a wise move to offend a mobile phone manufacturer because of a venture capital investment.
This is where Zhang Shuo's confidence lies.
To put it bluntly, if any company is really stubborn or is blinded by short-term interests, then under extreme conditions, why can't Germination also follow suit and spend money?
Since the other party can be bought by Scarlet Capital, it can also be bought by Sprout a second time.
Those who gather for profit will surely disperse for profit.
"clear!"
Luo Changan admired his boss's magnanimity, something he could never learn from.