novelraw Chapter 615 - 614: The Private Ranch
Chapter 615 - 614: The Private Ranch
Chapter 615: Chapter 614: The Private Ranch
Zhen Yu had no concept of "processing tens of tons per day" at all! But not understanding didn’t mean she shouldn’t ask!
"Our factory currently has only this one production line. If we remodel it, will production have to be postponed?"
"Not at all! Our plan is to remodel without affecting production and sales!"
"Is that even possible?!" Zhen Yu was surprised. "You mean we won’t have to halt production during the makeover?"
"About that... Let me put it this way! It’s like the Great Wall, where you repair where it’s broken while the rest continues to repel enemies. There’s no need to tear it all down and rebuild!"
"Ha ha!" Zhen Yu gave an embarrassed but polite smile. "I really am an outsider!"
Factory Director Lu shook his head with a smile.
"That’s true! But there are always some people who, despite being outsiders, still interfere with the management and operation of a business just because they have the advantage of investment! I had a friend who suffered from this kind of problem. So, we are indeed very lucky! It’s great to have a partner like you who clearly recognizes her strengths and weaknesses!"
"I just want what’s best for the dairy factory!" Zhen Yu said somewhat sheepishly: "As the saying goes, it’s not the godlike opponents we fear, but pig-like teammates!"
"Well said!"
Suddenly, several factory leaders were clapping and cheering in agreement, startling Zhen Yu a little bit!
Fortunately, she held it together and didn’t show any break in her composure.
"Then, I’ll just ask directly about things I don’t understand, okay?"
"Ask! Ask away! Go on and ask!" Everyone chimed in noisily.
Suddenly enveloped by everyone’s enthusiasm, Zhen Yu found it a bit hard to adjust.
"Um, how long will it take to remodel the production line? After the remodeling, can it catch up with the original Snowflake Milk Factory’s output?"
"Ha ha! Let me answer that!" A man, whose name Zhen Yu couldn’t quite remember, spoke up first: "The remodeling project is expected to be completed in about two months, at most not exceeding three months! As for the output, ha ha! It can be increased from the current forty tons to one hundred tons!"
"Increase by that much!" Zhen Yu’s shock was genuine! In fact, she had been thinking about asking how much it would cost to buy another production line if the remodeling didn’t significantly increase output (production capacity). If that was the case, it might be better to invest in adding a new line instead of remodeling!
Now, it seemed that such an idea was unnecessary.
"All of us here! We’ve been working in the factory for many years! We tinker with these things every day, how could we not have our own expertise?"
"Ha ha! True that! Practice makes perfect!" Zhen Yu understood this and continued to inquire: "So, does the entire one million need to be invested in the upgrade? Have you considered the expected lifespan of the production line after the remodeling? And how much would it cost to buy a new production line? What is the lifespan of a new production line?"
"You really hit the nail on the head with every question!" Factory Director Lu praised her: "Ah! The dishes have just arrived. Let’s talk while we eat..."
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"... Today’s discussion with everyone here has been incredibly enlightening! Just like the ancients said, listening to you is like studying ten years’ worth of books! I’d like to toast everyone here with tea in place of wine!"
"Xiao Zhen really has a way with words!"
"Exactly! So articulate! We rough folks can only humbly accept your compliments!"
"Ha ha! You’re flattering me so much I’m starting to blush! Let’s drink!"
After toasting and sitting back down, Zhen Yu carefully observed everyone present.
Feeling that the mood had been set, she then cautiously began to speak.
"Factory Director Lu! Distinguished leaders! In fact, I’ve been quite occupied pondering a rather bold idea lately (from my previous life). Let me make it clear, this is just a suggestion! Whether it’s feasible or not, I’ll voice it first for everyone’s consideration! Then we can discuss it slowly, shall we?"
Zhen Yu presented her position respectfully and eloquently. Everyone looked at each other and nodded.
In the ensuing silence, Zhen Yu deeply inhaled and loudly pronounced four words!
"Own a ranch!"
"What?!"
"I understand ’ranch’! But your own..."
Factory Director Lu’s eyes widened in surprise, and after a long time, he managed to say, "Own a ranch? You mean you want to,"
"Yes! Build our own ranch to control the safety of the milk supply from the source! And this way, by integrating supply and sales, we can save a lot of costs!"
"...That’s a good thing! But it takes money!" One of the factory leaders pointed out bluntly: "We’re in a situation where even a penny is begrudgingly split in half to be spent! We’ve just said, the spare funds from the production line upgrade are meant for developing the sales channels! Without money, all talk is futile!"
The eyes of several men who had been shining with excitement dimmed, except for Factory Director Lu, who silently pondered with furrowed brows.
Zhen Yu didn’t rush him, waiting for him to think it through.
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After a good while, as the dishes were nearly getting cold, Factory Director Lu finally let out a breath and spoke: "I think Xiao Zhen’s proposal is very good! What are your thoughts, everyone?!"
"Good! Of course it’s good to have our own ranch! It’s just like the difference between a vegetable farmer selling their produce and a middleman selling it! Isn’t it obvious who makes more? The profit margin would significantly expand!"
"I think it’s good, too! My family raises cattle, and we’ve always provided milk to the dairy factory. I’ve been helping out with the cattle since I was young! I know that not all cows are the same! Not to mention that even within the same breed of dairy cows, what they eat and drink will differ, so the milk they produce will also vary!"
"Yes, I think this idea is feasible! It’s just too early to be discussing this now."
"That’s right! It’s a good idea, but we don’t have the funds. It’s something to consider for the future!"
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Without saying a word, Zhen Yu just kept observing Factory Director Lu.
After everyone had their say, Factory Director Lu raised his hand to quiet them down.
Then he spoke unhurriedly, "I think we can’t wait to take action on this, but we also can’t rush into it!"
All eyes filled with puzzlement as everyone wondered how to proceed under such conditions.
Seeing this, Factory Director Lu suddenly smiled and then put forth a feasible suggestion.
"I think, first, we could draft a plan and estimate how many years it would take to get this going! Then once the dairy factory is operational and profitable, we can allocate part of the funds for this project! What do you think?"
"I think Factory Director Lu’s idea is great!" Zhen Yu was the first to agree, and added: "If necessary, the purchase of the ranch can be considered similar to the dairy factory’s premises! And then go towards operating our own ranch!"