OBS Chapter 579 The Time Was Moved Forward
Chapter 579 The Time Was Moved Forward
Just then, Feng Mingyuan knocked and came in. Since joining the R&D team, he has been full of energy every day.
"Factory Manager, I just heard we're going to participate in a national exhibition?" Feng Mingyuan adjusted his glasses. "If that's true, I suggest we launch a completely new product."
“What product?”
"Wild hazelnut chocolate." Feng Mingyuan's eyes gleamed. "I've been researching these past few days, trying to combine our wild hazelnuts with chocolate to create a high-end snack."
Li Xiangyang and Ma Qingfu exchanged a glance; the idea was indeed novel.
Is it technically feasible?
“Theoretically, it’s fine, but we need time to fine-tune the recipe,” Feng Mingyuan said somewhat nervously. “Most importantly, we need to import some chocolate ingredients.”
"Imported?" Ma Qingfu frowned. "Then how high would the cost be?"
"It's a bit pricey, but if we can penetrate the high-end market, the profits will be considerable," Feng Mingyuan explained. "Besides, this kind of product is basically nonexistent in China."
Li Xiangyang considered it for a moment, then made a decision: "We can give it a try. You make a sample first, and then we'll see how it goes."
For the next two weeks, the entire factory was busy preparing for the exhibition.
Feng Mingyuan and his research and development team worked day and night to develop new products, and the workshop was often filled with the aroma of chocolate.
"Factory manager, please try this." Feng Mingyuan walked into the office carrying a plate of freshly made hazelnut chocolates.
Li Xiangyang picked up a hazelnut and put it in his mouth. The crunchy hazelnut paired with the smooth chocolate made for a really good taste.
"How does it taste?" Feng Mingyuan asked nervously.
"Very good." Li Xiangyang nodded. "But isn't it a bit too sweet?"
“I think so too. We’re adjusting the recipe.” Feng Mingyuan breathed a sigh of relief. “Give me three more days, and I guarantee I’ll achieve the best taste.”
Meanwhile, Li Xiangyang was also preoccupied with other matters related to the exhibition.
"Jianjun, have the design plans for the booth been completed yet?"
Zhang Jianjun took out a blueprint: "Factory manager, do you think this will work?"
Li Xiangyang took a closer look and found the design to be conventional but lacking in highlights.
“The redesign must reflect our unique characteristics,” Li Xiangyang said, pointing to the blueprints. “For example, we can highlight elements of Northeast China, as well as our quality management philosophy.”
"Okay, I'll contact the designer to make the changes right away."
Just as I was busy, there was another knock on the door.
"Come in."
Lin Yuqing walked in, carrying a small medicine box.
"Factory manager, you should take your medicine," she said gently. "You've been working too hard these past few days; your blood pressure is a little high."
Since Lin Yuqing came to the factory, she has not only been in charge of the medical room, but has also taken the initiative to care about Li Xiangyang's health.
"I'm fine, just a bit busy lately." Li Xiangyang took the pills. "I'll be fine after the exhibition."
"You can't think like that," Lin Yuqing said seriously. "Health is the foundation of everything; no matter how busy you are, you can't neglect your health."
As she spoke, she took out a blood pressure monitor from the medicine box.
"Here, let me take your blood pressure."
Li Xiangyang reluctantly stretched out his arm, letting Lin Yuqing take his measurements.
"140/90, that's definitely a bit high." Lin Yuqing frowned. "How's your sleep lately?"
"It's alright, but sometimes I start thinking about things."
"That won't do." Lin Yuqing put away the blood pressure monitor. "I'll prescribe some calming Chinese medicine for you to drink before bed tonight."
Just as Lin Yuqing was worried about Li Xiangyang's blood pressure, hurried footsteps came from outside.
"Factory manager, factory manager!" Zhang Jianjun's voice was filled with panic. "Something's happened!"
Li Xiangyang's heart tightened, and he quickly stood up: "What is it?"
"I just got a call from Beijing saying the exhibition date has been moved up from next month to the end of this month!" Zhang Jianjun said, panting. "We only have ten days left to prepare!"
"What?" Li Xiangyang was stunned. "Why the sudden change of time?"
"I heard that a foreign purchasing delegation is coming to China ahead of schedule, and the organizing committee wants them to see our exhibits as well."
Seeing this, Lin Yuqing silently put away her medicine box, knowing that now was not the time to worry about blood pressure.
Li Xiangyang paced back and forth in his office, his mind racing. Ten days were all it took; the booth design needed to be redone, the hazelnut chocolate recipe wasn't finalized, and the packaging design was still being revised...
"Jianjun, immediately call a meeting with all department heads," Li Xiangyang said decisively. "Lin Yuqing, you stay too; I might need your help."
"Me?" Lin Yuqing was somewhat surprised. "How can I help?"
“You’re a medical professional, so you’re more attentive than most people,” Li Xiangyang explained. “Besides, everyone will be working overtime for the next ten days, and someone needs to take care of everyone’s health.”
Soon, the heads of various departments gathered in the conference room. Ma Qingfu, Feng Mingyuan, Zhang Jianjun, Liu Wanshan, and several production line managers were present.
"As everyone knows, time is tight and the task is heavy," Li Xiangyang said bluntly. "But this is also an opportunity. If we can make a name for ourselves at this exhibition, it will be of great significance to the company's development."
Ma Qingfu was the first to speak up: "Xiangyang, whatever you say, we'll listen to you."
"Master Feng, how's the hazelnut chocolate project going?" Li Xiangyang asked Feng Mingyuan.
Feng Mingyuan adjusted his glasses: "The formula is basically finalized, but the packaging will take time. If we need to finish within ten days, we might have to simplify some processes."
“No,” Li Xiangyang shook his head. “The quality cannot be compromised. We’d rather bring fewer varieties, but we must ensure that every product is of the highest quality.”
Liu Wanshan nodded in agreement: "The factory director is right, quality is our lifeline."
"Alright then," Li Xiangyang said, looking at everyone. "While ensuring the quality of the hazelnut chocolate, let's try our best to use the best packaging we have for the other products. Keep the booth design simple, highlighting the products themselves."
Over the next few days, Feng Mingyuan and his research and development team stayed away from home for three consecutive days, finally developing a satisfactory hazelnut chocolate recipe.
"Factory manager, please try this." Feng Mingyuan held up a plate of freshly made products, his eyes bloodshot but his spirits high.
Li Xiangyang took a careful bite; the crispness of the hazelnut and the richness of the chocolate blended perfectly, creating distinct layers of flavor.
"That's the taste!" Li Xiangyang exclaimed. "Thank you for your hard work."
"It wasn't hard work. I think it was worth it to make a product like this." Feng Mingyuan wiped the sweat from his forehead.
Just as everyone was busy preparing for the upcoming Beijing exhibition, an unexpected visitor disrupted the factory's rhythm.
"Factory manager, there's someone outside who claims to be a Hong Kong businessman looking for you." Secretary Xiao Wang pushed open the door, looking slightly nervous.
Li Xiangyang was discussing the final packaging design for hazelnut chocolate with Feng Mingyuan when he heard this and frowned. Who could this Hong Kong businessman be, arriving at this hour?
"Let him in."