socalfunplaces Chapter 1163
Chapter 1163
The two chatted for a long time in the office. Outside, the city lights were dim at night, but the atmosphere in the conference room seemed particularly tense.
When the meeting finally ended, everyone who came out of the conference room had a solemn look on their faces. Meng Haisheng couldn't help but wonder: What happened that made so many professors frown?
Meng Haisheng walked towards Cao Ming, and the two exchanged a few words. He couldn't help but ask curiously: "What was discussed in the meeting just now?"
Cao Ming sighed, with a hint of helplessness in his tone: "The Mexican Kle Group has recently been researching a communication technology called CDMA, which can greatly improve mobile phone signals and Internet speeds." Cao Ming explained.
"Currently, many countries are using CDMA technology. As far as I know, Kle Group is also trying to cooperate with domestic companies to introduce this technology."
"If CDMA technology is introduced domestically, our mobile phone manufacturing industry will have to produce a batch of CDMA mobile phones and pay high patent taxes to Kle Group." Cao Ming continued. "This patent tax is not a one-time payment, but 11 US dollars for each CDMA mobile phone produced."
"Considering the huge base of mobile phone sales in our country, this patent tax is undoubtedly a huge cost." Cao Ming added.
It would be strange if he could look good when talking about these things.
At present, the patent rights of CDMA technology are only held by the Kleer Group. Although other countries have been trying to break through, the progress is limited. Most mobile phone manufacturers can only choose to pay patent taxes in order to maintain market competitiveness.
Meng Haisheng was silent for a while. He knew the impact of this fee on the domestic mobile phone market-it was a considerable burden.
"I have heard about this matter," Meng Haisheng responded lightly, "You don't have to worry too much about the domestic side. In the short term, Kleer's CDMA technology is estimated to be unable to enter our domestic market."
Meng Haisheng remembered that in the 1990s in his previous life, Kleer's attempt to enter the domestic market was not smooth, and three consecutive attempts ended in failure.
At that time, although the domestic market was developing rapidly, funds were still tight. Kleer asked for huge patent fees, which directly discouraged domestic companies.
For Chinese people, although GSM has weak signals and slow network speed, these are not big problems. When needed, at most, you can find a place with good signal to make a call.
A trace of determination flashed in Meng Haisheng's eyes. He knew that scientific research work still needed to continue.
CDMA represents the arrival of the 3G era. It is expected that after 2000, it will have at least 8 to 9 years of glory in China until the arrival of the 4G era.
They still have three years to develop their own CDMA technology. By then, all CDMA mobile phones produced by Meng Haisheng will save 11 US dollars in patent fees per unit.
However, now, if his Noah mobile phone wants to continue to occupy the European and Mexican markets, it can only purchase Kle's patents.
Meng Haisheng is a businessman, not an angry young man, nor a blind patriot.
The cost of the mobile phone increased by 11 US dollars, but he can make more profits by increasing sales. The US dollars earned are the foreign exchange that the country urgently needs.
Meng Haisheng looked at the opportunity in front of him and had already decided in his heart that he would join the CDMA competition.
"CDMA technology will enter the domestic market sooner or later, and we must find a way to overcome this problem."
Cao Ming made a suggestion with some hesitation: "Boss, I heard that there is a small company in Mexico that is also researching SCDMA. If we can acquire it, we may be able to greatly increase our research speed."
Meng Haisheng raised his eyebrows slightly, "Do you have detailed information about this company? I have to take a good look."
"Yes." Cao Ming replied. He thought Meng Haisheng would not be interested in this small company, but Meng Haisheng's reaction was beyond his expectations.
Cao Ming searched on the desk for a while and handed Meng Haisheng an A4 paper. The company was really small, and all the information was squeezed on this paper.
Meng Haisheng looked at each name carefully, recalling his memories of his previous life.
He remembered that the TD-SCDMA that was finally adopted in China seemed to be the talent dug from Mexico and finally succeeded. He thought to himself: "Could this be the key company?"
Meng Haisheng is not a know-it-all, and he has not been exposed to people and things in this area in his previous life. Now he can only rely on his experience and intuition to judge whether to acquire this company.
He stroked his chin: "Professor Cao, I need to think about this matter again. After all, it is not a small matter."
Cao Ming nodded in understanding: "Okay, this kind of thing can't be rushed. I just made an opinion. The final decision is up to you."
Then Meng Haisheng turned to the issue of overtime in the laboratory: "Professor Cao, we have to take care of our health and don't exhaust ourselves. No matter how important the technology is,, is not as good as health. "
Cao Ming spread his hands and smiled bitterly: "I understand, but the current situation is pressing, and everyone wants to make a technological breakthrough as soon as possible. Everyone is very hardworking, working overtime is willing, and never complains. "
"What entertainment activities do you usually have?"
Cao Ming shook his head: "To be honest, we spend almost the whole day in the laboratory, and there are very few entertainment activities."
Meng Haisheng showed a surprised expression: "Such high-intensity and high-pressure work, there is actually no entertainment, it is a miracle that you are not depressed."
On the afternoon of the third day after Meng Haisheng returned to Switzerland, he announced in the research building: "From now on, everyone will have half a day of free rest every week. The company will organize various activities for everyone to relax."
He announced with anticipation: "How about our first activity, camping? The lakes and forests here in Switzerland are great places for camping. ”
This was the first time that Meng Haisheng organized such an activity, so he didn’t dare to bring too many people. Including Su Yayin and Lin Jiangchun, there were only 45 people in total.
The camping site they chose was a cabin in the woods. There was a small lake not far away. Those who like fishing could try their luck in the lake.
Those who don’t like fishing can have a barbecue, drink coffee, or even take a nap in the cabin.
In the evening, there was a bonfire party.
For young people, paid travel is indeed a good thing.
However, old professors like Cao Ming prefer to get together with a few close friends and chat about everything.
Su Yayin and Lin Jiangchun speak English very well, and can even speak a few words of Italian. It didn’t take long for them to chat with the researchers.
Lin Mucheng and Meng Haisheng were grilling outdoors together. Seeing the happy smiles on her parents’ faces, she couldn’t help but laugh.
“When we retire, I will also travel around like this and meet new friends. "Of course, you don't have to wait until you retire. When Yan Ning and Mu Zi grow up, I will take you around the world." "Don't just make empty promises. With all the things you have to do, it would be great if you can retire at the age of 80." Lin Mucheng could see that Meng Haisheng was born to be a businessman. If he stayed at home all day, he would probably feel suffocated. Since he was keen on struggling in the business world, let him do it. She couldn't be a burden to him.