After rebirth, I became a great master

Chapter 390 Continuing Education Class

Deputy Director Fan Fu is in charge of logistics and procurement.

This year, Hongxingtai plans to purchase 200 computers to expand its four server rooms. This isn't for network connectivity, but rather for use as computers for watching DVDs, organizing and storing data, and office work.

Zhou Haoran wanted to secure this deal and hand it over to Dongfang Lang.

Unexpectedly, I was rejected.

Deputy Director Fan didn't even give him a chance to speak, saying that he already had a partner.

Zhou Haoran suggested that they follow the formal bidding process.

I was rejected again.

Then there's no way.

Hongxingtai is not a place where you can control everything!
Shan Wendong, the head of Hongxing TV.

At the beginning of the year, there were rumors that he would step down.

It wasn't because of a backlash from the conservatives within the organization, but because the higher-ups believed that, under the constraints of the conservative forces, his methods were too soft and he lacked the courage, resulting in the slow pace of reforms at Hongxingtai.

Later, Shan Wendong somehow managed to stay on in his post, though he didn't know who he had contacted.

After he remained in office, sweeping reforms followed.

Very intense!
You can tell just by looking at the money.

In March, Hongxingtai borrowed 40 million yuan from the bank; in April, Hongxingtai applied for a loan of 30 million yuan; in May, Hongxingtai obtained a further loan of 60 million yuan.

In the past six months, Hongxingtai has accumulated debts of over 1.6 million yuan.

With money, we can buy equipment, upgrade studios, cultivate and attract more outstanding talents, produce more high-quality programs, and get rid of some incompetent old staff members, making room for energetic and motivated young people.

Zhou Haoran is such a young man.

That morning, Shan Wendong was free and invited Zhou Haoran over for a talk.

"Haoran, how's the Red Star Card thing going?"

"It's in progress."

"I heard from Director Fan that you're not putting in the effort?"

Shan Wendong was somewhat reproachful.

Zhou Haoran said seriously, "Director, I was just about to report this to you."

"explain."

Shan Wendong spoke to him from more than four meters away, creating a strong sense of distance.

Zhou Haoran sat upright on the sofa, neither humble nor arrogant. "Director, the Red Star Card project is being handled by a technology company called Zhongbo Software. Director Fan wants to bypass me and talk directly with the people at Zhongbo Software. This is such a big matter that I can't make a decision on it, so I wanted to report to you first."

These kinds of government projects are very lucrative.

This means that the fewer people involved, the less of the pie needs to be divided up.

This is a large project with a basic budget of 500 million yuan.

Zhou Haoran works as a special assistant to Director Shan Wendong.

In other words, this is actually Shan Wendong's project.

One more person participates.

What they ate all belonged to Master Shan.

You should be responsible to the people you work for.

Zhou Haoran would not make such a basic mistake as easily transferring the benefits that belonged to Shan Wendong to someone else.

Shan Wendong was secretly surprised.

He thought to himself, "No wonder Zhan Yushan speaks so highly of this kid."

That's impressive emotional intelligence!

You'll definitely be successful in the workplace!
Shan Wendong smiled and said, "I know about this. If Director Fan wants to contact Zhongbo Software, then let him do so."

"it is good!"

Zhou Haoran responded readily.

Shan Wendong was very satisfied and joked, "Director Fan said you're slacking off, you'd better hurry up!"

Zhou Haoran smiled and said, "Director, at the end of this month, I will invite experts from Zhongbo Software to bring their equipment to the station to give us a simple demonstration."

"A demonstration?" Shan Wendong's eyes lit up. "The Red Star Card has been successfully developed?"

Zhou Haoran nodded. "It's basically a success, but there are still a few details that need to be adjusted."

What functions does it have?

Shan Wendong stopped facing him across the table, stood up, and walked over to the sofa to sit down.

It shortened the distance.

The sense of intimacy has also increased considerably.

Zhou Haoran smiled and said, "It mainly has three functions. First, card payment in the cafeteria and coffee shop; second, access control; and third, attendance tracking. These three functions have been tested repeatedly and are quite mature."

The Red Star Card has fewer functions than the Fudan University Campus Card.

Therefore, the chip load is not that high.

It can be operated more stably.

Shan Wendong became increasingly satisfied. "What about the timing? When can we promote it within the station?"

Zhou Haoran said, "Next month, we will begin setting up the card reading equipment and entering employee information. By October, the Red Star Card will be fully rolled out throughout the station."

"It's settled then. This task must be completed by October!"

Shan Wendong's expression turned serious as he made his demands.

Zhou Haoran smiled and said, "Okay, Director, I'll try my best."

"It's not about striving, it's about being certain!" Shan Wendong said seriously.

"what?"

Zhou Haoran showed some surprise.

After considering it for a moment, Shan Wendong offered an explanation: "Crown TV is offering advanced training courses, and many of my colleagues from our unit have participated and gone to Beijing to study."

Zhou Haoran was very clever and understood immediately. He flattered, "Director, if our station could also hold a training course and invite domestic television colleagues to come and learn, it would not only demonstrate the magnanimity of our Red Star Station, but also be an opportunity to showcase our strength to our domestic counterparts! If the station is thinking in this way, then that would be incredibly wise!"

Shan Wendong was tempted.

He thought to himself that the young man recommended by Zhan Yushan was indeed extraordinary; this kid was a talent.

Once this matter is over, I'll have him come and be my secretary.

Give it a good nurturing.

"Red Star Terrace needs to showcase the port's leading position. Crown Terrace doesn't have such technologically advanced employee cards; we need to have them!"

Shan Wendong does indeed want to open a continuing education class.

Showcasing it to our domestic counterparts!
The fact that the Crown Terrace has one, but the Red Star Terrace does, greatly demonstrates the superiority of the seaport.

That's the source of his confidence to stay in office!
If we're talking about TV stations offering advanced training courses, only Crown TV and Red Star TV are qualified nationwide.

The main reason comes from outside.

There are now two megacities in China: the capital and a seaport.

rich.

It has a tourism industry and a consumer market.

These training courses are essentially government-funded trips; it's like taking money to big cities and spending it.

Zhou Haoran laughed and said, "Director, you're so clever. The Crown TV training course is held in the summer, which is terribly hot. You can get heatstroke just climbing the Great Wall. We're starting our course in November, which is the perfect time, when it's neither too hot nor too cold."

Shan Wendong nodded. "How about starting classes on November 1st? Can the Red Star Card project be completed in October?"

"Director, if I fail to complete this task, you will be responsible for disciplining me!"

Zhou Haoran made a solemn vow.

Shan Wendong naturally appreciated his willingness to take responsibility, saying, "If you have any requests, you can come directly to me."

Zhou Haoran smiled and said, "I don't have any requests, but I do have a small suggestion."

"What advice?"

Shan Wendong's interactions with him became increasingly equal.

Zhou Haoran said, "The purpose of this training course is to showcase the advanced nature of Hongxingtai's digital construction to our colleagues. Relying solely on a Hongxing card may not be enough."

"what else?"

Shan Wendong's weakness was found by him.

Zhou Haoran said seriously, "We need computers. Our leading cadres need to learn how to use digital office tools."

"That's not easy."

Shan Wendong shook his head.

Let alone those sixty-year-old men, he's in his forties, in the prime of his life. Asking him to learn how to use a computer is harder than learning a foreign language.

Zhou Haoran pointed to his desk and said with a smile, "Director, if you put a computer here, the atmosphere of your office will change. You'll become a modern and progressive station leader. That's the atmosphere of an office. Just like many high-ranking leaders have a bookcase behind their desks, with rows of books they've never read in their lives."

Shan Wendong was moved again by what he said.

That's definitely a good suggestion!

Whether you can use a computer or not is not important.

Placing one of these on an office desk is a project that showcases Red Star TV as a modern, technologically advanced, and international large-scale state-owned television station!
The country now has policies requiring the promotion and appointment of leaders who are cultured, capable, and modern.

This is in response to a call to action!
"Yes, that's a great suggestion. Being able to use a computer will become a standard requirement for 21st-century talent!"

Shan Wendong once again experienced the kid's skills firsthand.

Zhou Haoran said with a smile, "Director, I've talked to Director Fan about this. He might have some misunderstandings about me. The station's previous plan was to purchase 200 computers to expand the four computer rooms."

"Yes, that's the station's rule."

"I believe that simply building a server room is not enough. I think that leaders in key positions should all be equipped with computers. Older computers should also be replaced and upgraded. The procurement target should ideally reach 400-500 units."

"This will significantly increase the budget."

Shan Wendong has been implementing sweeping reforms this year, and the station needs money in every aspect. For example, establishing a new entertainment channel and buying equipment from abroad will require an investment of nearly $1000 million.

Zhou Haoran said calmly, "So I suggest we purchase Lenovo computers. I know Lenovo's general agent and can get the lowest price, which would save on procurement costs. However... however, Fan Taizhang seems to prefer those computers that are too expensive."

"Ah."

Shan Wendong's expression darkened slightly, and he could naturally understand the meaning behind the slander.

Zhou Haoran said firmly, "Director, I think the most important thing now is to promote the digitalization project of Hongxing TV! We must build Hongxing TV into a national demonstration base for digital television stations and surpass Crown TV in one fell swoop! No force that tries to obstruct us can affect the overall situation."

Shan Wendong couldn't help but chuckle, "You want to go shopping?"

Zhou Haoran shook his head. "I'm just making a suggestion. I have a channel to buy Lenovo computers and can complete the purchase at the most affordable price. I won't get involved in anything else."

Shan Wendong twirled his two thumbs together, pondered for a moment, and said, "Your suggestion is correct. The interests of Hongxingtai should come first. Since there are high-quality and inexpensive Lenovo computers available, why choose other brands?"

Zhou Haoran smiled and said, "That's what I'm thinking too."

"Alright, Haoran, you're capable and young, so take on as many responsibilities as you can. Keep an eye on the Red Star Card project and make sure it's completed by October. Also, you'll be in charge of leading this station procurement!"

After Shan Wendong remained in office, his style changed drastically, and he became known for his autocratic rule.

The so-called collective decision has become his one-man show.

Whatever he says goes.

(End of this chapter)