Twenty years of cold chain

This Dr. Dou, whose real name is Dou Shaojie, is from Qingning. His early background in cold chain logistics surpasses even that of Hu Shutong. He began his undergraduate studies in North America and subsequently pursued master's and doctoral degrees; his professional competence and industry insights are beyond doubt.

After 08,

The global economy is experiencing a severe downturn, and while China's domestic growth rate is also slowing, the vitality and resilience of the Chinese economy are unparalleled globally. Under these circumstances, many who have studied abroad, especially in the economics and finance fields, are beginning to seek opportunities to return to China, creating a "returnee wave."

Dou Shaojie is one of them, but compared to other fields,

With such a resume, cold chain professionals attract even more attention, and both universities and enterprises are extending offers to them one after another.

The man was wearing a brown polo shirt, cropped trousers, and loafers. A pair of sunglasses sat next to him. He had a light O-shaped mustache, a robust build, and piercing eyes.

Despite his relaxed demeanor, one can sense an extraordinary aura the moment one interacts with him. He exudes confidence and composure, and this strong Western style clearly distinguishes him from those around him.

"President Chu, what exactly does cold chain logistics involve? It's actually about mechanisms and technology. Mechanisms ensure the smooth operation of the cold chain, while technology ensures its efficiency. Can an old farmer, toiling in the fields from dawn till dusk, participate in these two aspects? Different people do different things; higher-level tasks should be handled by professionals. But looking at the domestic situation..."

Graduates want to start their own businesses.

"If they're so eager to cash out, how can they possibly improve the industry?"

These words left Chu Lihe speechless. In reality, it wasn't a matter of choice, but rather a matter of sheer numbers. Because talent is inherently scarce, individual actions are amplified. The more one delves into this topic, the more pathetic it seems, so he decided not to pursue it further.

"In North America, the CFIIA can participate in comprehensive legislation, even down to the smallest details like pesticide residue compensation laws, and can establish independent cold chain operations in federal districts. Technically, we have already put TTLS, an indicator that measures both time and temperature, into use. Microbial, chemical, and physical mold reactions are assessed by the indicator fading to determine freshness. Meanwhile, you are still clinging to the waterproof performance of RFID, a state that is already outdated and will only fall further behind in the long run."

Chu Lihe frowned; this man's words were not only difficult to refute,

Technical terms that come to mind easily;

It's also quite overwhelming.

In fact,

Dou Shaojie's words are biased. While the industry acknowledges the advanced nature of foreign countries, we are far from fixated on waterproofing in the field of radio frequency identification. However, under this major issue, this minor matter is not worth arguing about.

"I observe that Hu Shutong has only a superficial understanding of technology. He has turned cold chain logistics into a transportation system, with front-end warehouses and transfer centers. He seems to want to personally pick a vegetable from the field and deliver it to the customer. Even farmers know to set up stalls with wheelbarrows. Isn't this exactly what he's doing? The only difference between him and others is that he has expanded his territory. What kind of cold chain professional is he?"

At this point, Dou Shaojie shook his head, looking both amused and dismayed. "This is the most basic kind of cold chain logistics. You need trucks, warehouses, and roads. In North America, doing cold chain logistics like this would be laughable. Besides, this kind of thing doesn't require any expertise. A competent accountant is enough. Mr. Chu should have already clearly distinguished between cold chain logistics workers and business people."

Chu Lihe didn't bother to distinguish between them, because the word "technology" stirred up a flood of thoughts in him, and he suddenly realized that Dou Shaojie's words made some sense.

During his time at Tongxing, he never saw Hu Shutong lead any technology projects. He couldn't recall much about Hu Shutong in terms of technical matters, only that one year, to increase the storage capacity of the assembly warehouse, Hu Shutong sold blueprints to raise funds. Coincidentally, Hu Shutong suddenly disappeared from Tongxing during that period. The people at Tongxing had no idea what had happened; they only knew that when he reappeared, the funds arrived.

Another thing is that he has invested in a refrigerated truck technology project in Mingjiang, but no one knows the details. The rest is just HP, which nowadays can hardly be considered high-tech. Anyone with a basic understanding of the industry can make a plan for it.

This made Chu Lihe realize something. For years, Hu Shutong had been either focused on business or traveling, and even with the Tongxing R&D Center established, he had been almost entirely an observer. Chu Lihe had attended many technical seminars at the R&D center, mostly focused on developing park plans or warehouse architectures for clients; Hu Shutong had basically only listened and remained silent. With Dou Shaojie's pointers, he suddenly seemed outwardly strong but inwardly weak.

Looking at Chu Lihe's expression, Dou Shaojie narrowed his eyes slightly. "So, President Chu, by only considering Tongxing as an opponent, you're really lowering Chunrong's standards. You need to understand that the kind of opponent you face determines your own level. If you broaden your horizons to the whole country or even overseas, what you're doing is a devastating blow to Tongxing. Take Qingning's reputation, for example; even if they jump up and down, they can't reach you in the slightest."

After the entire conversation, no words could be more enticing. Chu Lihe looked eager, "Dr. Dou, I'd like to hear more details!"

Dou Shaojie swirled his wine glass, his eyes fixed on a single point. "Some things you can catch up on by working hard and waiting for the right time, but some things you just can't reach no matter how much effort you put in."

"President Chu, I suggest launching a refrigeration exhibition under the name of Chunrong to establish Chunrong's technological position. The impact of this will be immeasurable. It's not meaningful to just hold it in Qingning. You can send a letter to that Refrigeration Alliance to generate buzz in the industry first."

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In recent years, refrigeration exhibitions have become quite common in China, but they mostly follow international practice and are launched together with HVAC systems. They feature a large number of technologies related to air conditioning, heating, ventilation, and gas, which means that cold chain technology is not as prominent.

Dou Shaojie's words imply that there is no need to worry about technical issues. With Chunrong's influence in Qingning, initiating and hosting such a refrigeration exhibition, there is no need to worry about the public appearance.

The purpose of the Refrigeration Exhibition is never just to give people a cursory glance; the key lies in the collaboration it embodies. Through this, Chunrong will not only gain fame but also become a hub. Even more exciting is that, through this event, this highly capable PhD will truly join forces with Chunrong.

Chu Lihe would not be at ease with such a situation for anyone else, but the person in front of him was different. Since Dou Shaojie returned to China, the reason why major companies had been in close contact with him was not only because of his professional ability, but also because he held multiple titles in North America and had five years of work experience after graduating with a doctorate.

It's important to understand that the flow of technology is often slow, especially on an international scale. Dou Shaojie is not only familiar with the latest technologies but also has access to equipment channels. The potential impact of this refrigeration exhibition is truly something to look forward to.

With this thought in mind, Chu Lihe couldn't help but glance at the distant Yuncheng Transportation Center. He suddenly realized that the concrete steel, concrete, and polyurethane structures were indeed on a completely different level from what they were discussing.

As Dou Shaojie said, such fame and prestige are something you can't achieve no matter how hard you try!

This time, let's see how you, Hu Shutong, respond!

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I've loved cold chain logistics for twenty years.