Manufacturing Empire in the Valley

Chapter 848 The first step to change the predicament

Niu Xiaoqiang made a very comprehensive understanding of the patented technology of Packard Motor Company. After reading the information, he turned to Sam and asked: "Mr. These patents, I don’t know why this is?”

Sam sighed: "It's not that I don't know the difficulties the company is facing. To be honest, I'm not opposed to selling these patents, but the selling price is too low. I don't think it's worth it. These technologies are all under my leadership and leadership. They are like my children, but I am a member of the company. If the company needs it, I can certainly contribute them, but I can’t stand the squeeze from other car companies, which makes me have A feeling of being insulted."

Speaking of which, Sam picked up the No. 16 file bag: "For example, the No. 500 patent, which is a complete set of technology for the V500 engine, was successfully developed by me after three years and a lot of effort, although there are imperfections. However, according to my estimation, the buyout price of this technology should not be less than [-] million US dollars, but whether it is Ford or GM, their asking price has never exceeded [-] million US dollars, which is twice lower than the market price More, do you think I can accept such an offer?"

Niu Xiaoqiang can understand Sam's feelings very well. To put it bluntly, he is purely bullying customers in the store.

Sam's character would not allow him to accept such a thing, even if the company really went bankrupt, he would not accept such an insulting offer.

Niu Xiaoqiang nodded, and said sincerely: "If it were me, I would never accept this kind of robbery."

Seeing Packard's embarrassment on the side, Sam helped to explain: "I can't blame you for this matter, I know the company's situation, you really have no choice but to agree to the other party's offer, alas, say It seems to be your father's fault, but in the end you have to bear the consequences for him, Little Packard, it's really not easy for you."

Packard's eyes were a little red, recalling what he had encountered over the years, he felt sore from the bottom of his heart.In front of everyone, Packard couldn't be too cowardly.I saw him squeeze out a smile: "Uncle Sam has really worked hard these years. If you hadn't supported me firmly, I'm afraid I wouldn't be able to hold on."

Sam patted Packard on the shoulder, showing a gratified smile: "This is what I should do. Speaking of which, I am also a shareholder of the company, so I should contribute to the company."

Niu Xiaoqiang hesitated: "Mr. Sam is a shareholder?"

Packard explained: "I signed a private agreement with Uncle Sam and transferred him 5.00% of the shares. You can rest assured that these shares will be deducted from my shares and will not affect you."

Niu Xiaoqiang groaned, and thought to himself: In this way, Packard Motor Company has three shareholders in total, I own 80.00% of the company's shares, Packard owns 5.00%, and Sam owns [-]%.

Sam is a very straightforward person, he directly asked: "Boss, what is your vision for the company's development?"

Niu Xiaoqiang immediately replied: "The first thing to do is to expand the company's existing modified car business, and strive to create more profits for the company, which will be used to pay the interest on the loan that is about to expire. The second is these patented technologies. A hunter company that makes profits by transferring patents. I am going to take these patents and let professionals sell them. Don’t worry, I will not sell these technologies. I will only earn patent fees through authorization. Finally, it is about the production of new cars. It is planned. This plan will cost a lot of money. If it is put into production in the United States, it is not very realistic. My idea is that Packard Motor Company will come forward and sign an OEM contract with my domestic automobile factory. The labor cost in China is very low. , as long as the cars produced can be sold back to the United States, we are still very competitive in terms of price.”

Sam hesitated: "China's industrial level doesn't seem to be very good. Are you sure that your domestic car factory can guarantee the quality without any problems?"

Niu Xiaoqiang nodded: "Quality is the focus of my attention all the time. For the manufacturing industry, quality is the lifeline. My domestic automobile factory has formed a very effective quality control mechanism and has rich experience in quality management. , I believe there will be no problems."

Sam reminded: "Packard Motor Company has gone downhill step by step because of quality problems. I hope Mr. Niu can further improve the quality, otherwise we will still follow the old road."

Niu Xiaoqiang agreed, and then changed the topic: "Mr. Sam, I wonder how long it will take to develop a brand new car?"

Sam thought for a while, and then replied: "From the beginning of the design to the final draft, it will take about a year at the earliest."

Niu Xiaoqiang has designed heavy trucks before and knows how complicated it is to design a brand new car.This is a huge system project, and all factors must be considered, otherwise problems will easily occur.

One year is considered very fast, that is to say, it is impossible for a master like Sam to do it for other people.

Niu Xiaoqiang nodded: "Then I will trouble you to start the design work from now on, and I will assist from the side. If possible, we'd better launch multiple models at one time. With more choices for customers, the sales volume will naturally increase." Increase."

Seeing that Niu Xiaoqiang had easily made plans for the new car, Packard couldn't help reminding: "Mr. Niu, is this a little too hasty? We still owe the bank a loan of 700 million US dollars that has not been repaid. , where is the money to start producing new cars?"

Niu Xiaoqiang said with a smile: "I will take some time to talk to the bank and try to get them to extend the repayment period of the loan. I will be responsible for this matter. Mr. Packard doesn't have to worry about it. You just need to do your current job well. "

Packard is currently mainly in charge of the refitting car business, which is also his biggest source of funds. If there is no profit from the refitting car business, Packard Motor Company would have been finished long ago.

He nodded: "Okay, I will follow your arrangement."

Niu Xiaoqiang tidied up the information bag containing the patent and put it into his backpack, then turned his head and asked: "Mr. Come down and talk slowly?"

There are no meeting rooms here, only the staff lounge, but the environment there is not very good.After much deliberation, Packard finally returned to the office with Niu Xiaoqiang.

　Thanks to the book friend "Ye Luo Silent 0539" for another reward and support!bow!Thank you book friend "tanmin2" for your support once again!bow!

　　
　
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