Chapter 1104: Delivering Money to Your Door

Feng Yiping frowned, "Amazon is coming to acquire it again?" Bezos' bright head immediately appeared in front of his eyes, and it seemed that it was really suitable to play him with a few loud and crisp sounds!

Even if it hurts my hands, it's still worth it.

Does he still think he can give up NEXTDOOR until now? The key is, does he still think that he is more capable than himself in running NEXTDOOR?

Then he is really the one outside the pavilion, beside the ancient road, in the grassy sky.

"No," Mike immediately understood that the boss had misunderstood and hurriedly explained, "What they want to acquire this time is our small software."

"Oh!" Feng Yiping was doubly embarrassed now. It turned out that he had mistakenly blamed Comrade Lao Bei, who was getting smarter and smarter, so the hair on his head was getting less and less.

In addition, that small software, hey, the purpose of its development is to add trouble to Amazon. I hope more Amazon users can apply for refunds.

Now, they actually want to buy this software. So, they should be a little embarrassed, but why is it good to rush?

"Then make an appointment with them and I will notify Cummins,"

Businessmen who play with money can keep their composure. Cummins watched Feng Yiping angry at first, then relieved, and then secretly happy with a bit of shame... If he could make so many kinds of things in such a short period of time, The expressions, and each one is very real, then he must be the best actor Oscar level.

But Feng Yiping didn't say anything, so he didn't ask. It wasn't until his name was mentioned that he asked, "Is there anything you need me to do?"

"A few months ago, we developed a small software, well, mainly for price comparison, and now Amazon wants to acquire this software,"

Cummins's heart was pounding, and he immediately understood the reason why Feng Yiping's expression was so changeable just now.

He heard about Amazon's confidential and unsuccessful acquisition application, and also knew about Amazon's unwritten rules, that is, as long as you buy its self-operated products, if the price changes between placing the order and receiving the goods, you can apply for price protection. , refund or make up the difference.

Moreover, in actual operation, this period can be extended, and it can be approved after one week after receiving the goods, which is also very common.

NEXTDOOR has developed such a software, which is definitely very targeted. It turns out that this Chinese boy who has always been gentle, humble and polite to the outside world is also such a hateful person in private?

But, haha, he likes this kind of character. In the shopping mall, if someone slaps you on the left cheek, and you slap the other cheek on him, he will probably be chewed up to the last bit.

Among those business figures who are enthusiastic about charity in public and even burst into tears when mentioning disadvantaged groups, who behind them has not brought down a dozen, dozens, or more companies?

"I understand, I will contact Mike," Cummins said without asking Feng Yiping what his opinion was on this matter. That was too unprofessional and unprofessional.

This matter happens to be within the scope of my responsibilities, so of course I should handle it myself.

"I think the vertical integration you just mentioned is good. In this way, you can ask your department or entrust a specialized agency to produce such a survey report on the future development trend of the lithium battery industry and the supply pattern of lithium and cobalt in the world. , based on this report, let’s see if it is necessary for us to integrate lithium and cobalt suppliers,”

"At the same time, we can also determine how we integrate, whether to acquire related companies and participate in the operation ourselves, or simply invest in related companies to offset our procurement costs,"

Vertical integration became very popular when competition became increasingly fierce.

In fact, established foreign companies have been carrying out relevant integration for a long time, but domestic companies have not had this awareness for a long time.

Only when you are forced to have a last resort, for example, when you have not yet made money from selling steel, do you think about integrating the mining company backwards, but then you find that it is too late, and you can't get in at all.

Steel companies in Europe, the United States, Japan and South Korea that have been reducing production have long taken shares in mining companies and have formed alliances. They have already built several lines of defense in the business and political circles.

Even if you seize a business opportunity and acquire part of the shares, the political circles will step in to plug the hole and declare the acquisition invalid.

It is better to go back and make money at a loss, and at the same time, try to create profits for us. If you want to learn from us to make money at the source, huh, let alone doors, there are no windows.

Feng Yiping didn't want to work hard to expand the lithium battery sector, and then be choked at the source, or unwillingly create huge profits for his opponents.

He believes that Japanese companies like Panasonic must have started such planning long ago, or have already taken action.

"Okay Von, I'm going to get started on this right away," Cummins said.

"In that case, Cummins, why don't you systematically sort out the group's supply chain? I also had some considerations before. For example, the group's current demand for logs is very large, and it will become bigger and bigger in the foreseeable future. I have also thought about it. Is it possible to buy a piece of rainforest in South America to build our own forest farm? However, these considerations of mine are too scattered and not systematic."

"For relevant information, you can contact Mr. Jin directly,"

"No problem," Cummins, who had just joined, did not mind that there were too many things to do. On the contrary, he would only really worry if there was no place for him to use himself.

But soon, he discovered that his idea was absolutely unfounded. His boss was really willing to let go and dared to let go.

Feng Yiping obviously came here to talk, or maybe there was someone who finally took over some things, and he couldn't wait to get rid of the relevant burden. He crossed his legs, turned to Cummins and said, "Why don't we do another job together, from now on?" From the perspective of vertical integration, if you think it is necessary for the company to acquire those companies, you should also publish a report,"

Of course, vertical integration is not only used in the supply chain, but also applies to the industrial chain.

At this point, the opposite of vertical integration is parallel integration. For example, Youjia acquires Camry and merges two convenience stores together, which is parallel integration.

Jiasheng Furniture Company targets IKEA's hypermarkets, which is vertical integration.

Well, Feng Yiping has actually been doing this. The vertical integration of the industrial chain to the end is what Feng Yiping has been pursuing to form an ecological circle.

Apple is a company that is vertically integrated in both aspects and does both very well.

"Okay, it's just," Cummins immediately felt that the task was too heavy and he had too few people.

"You report it to the human resources department and they will make arrangements." Feng Yiping obviously understood what difficulties he had.

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"Jeff," Andy Wilke was still the one who proposed the acquisition of NEXTDOOR last time. He was personally responsible for this acquisition. However, this time, he had some different opinions. "Do we have to acquire it? We can't do it ourselves." Develop similar software,"

"Yes, of course we can make software with similar functions ourselves." Bezos temporarily stopped what he was doing and glanced out the window. "But, I know this guy better than you do. Believe me, he is very cheap." Easy to take advantage of,"

After the last conversation, Bezos fully believed that taking advantage of Feng Yiping, he would suffer big losses in the near future, maybe not even very soon - that young man must have that kind of ability.

"So, we should be more generous this time, and I estimate that their demands will not be too high this time,"

Although he didn't quite understand Bezos's conclusion, Andy, who had already questioned him once, was very wise and did not question it a second time. "Then I will go there myself,"

Bezos nodded, then immediately changed his expression, looking at the executives on the side, "Why didn't our relevant departments come up with such an idea?"

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NEXTDOOR, Andy Wilke looked at Feng Yiping and stretched out his hand from afar, "Hello Mr. Feng,"

Not only was he polite, but all the people he brought also stood up immediately and looked very respectful.

Cummins looked at it and felt that his choice to join Huasheng was indeed very honorable.

He had heard Mike's briefing and knew that Andy Wilke was doing the same job at Amazon as he was doing at Jiaqiang. He was so respectful to Feng Yiping, which was very telling.

Of course, Wilke personally took action when acquiring a small piece of software, which already explains some problems.

It seems that although his boss is young, his status in the industry is already very high.

"Hello Andy, nice to meet you," Feng Yiping smiled and held Andy's hand.

He was really happy to see Andy.

It was the first time he came to the company. Although Feng Yiping, who was fashionable in the capital city where SARS was raging, could not meet him, his quotation proved the value of NEXTDOOR from the side, or in other words, it gave NEXTDOOR a quantifiable value. value.

This time, I am also giving money, so I really deserve a warm reception.

Andy could also feel Feng Yiping's heartfelt enthusiasm, and he also understood the reason why Feng Yiping was so enthusiastic, "Bezos asked me to greet you on his behalf,"

He is so respectful and enthusiastic towards Feng Yiping mainly because of his boss Bezos.

After Feng Yiping visited his boss last time, the boss, who was always very tight-lipped in negotiations, offered more favorable conditions for cooperation with Coin Star than many small companies - he actually gave away a full 8 points of profit.

Also, it is said that many employees witnessed with their own eyes that after the meeting, Bezos personally sent Feng downstairs.

These are enough to show his appreciation and respect for this young man.

If that doesn't explain the problem, then Bezos's decision this time is enough to explain the problem.

"Thank you. Please also convey my greetings to him. This is Cummins," Feng Yiping introduced. "You can discuss the specific conditions with him."

"Hello," Andy shook hands with Cummins. He felt the same aura from this person, and seemed to see his own shadow. Andy Wilk welcomed such a familiar opponent, everyone. The routines are similar and easy to deal with.

How and how much should we give in? They will all have the same judgment.

If Feng Yiping planned to talk to him in person, he was really unsure.

"Feng, in addition to the price comparison software, you know that Bezos is very interested in NEXTDOOR's movie discussion and rating section," Andy Wilke said.

"Haha, you know this, and Jeff also knows and understands that our core assets will not be sold," Feng Yiping said with a smile.

The comment section of the website really has more and more categories now, and its influence is growing.

For example, the movie review section has really had a big impact on Amazon's IMDB.

Of course, NEXTDOOR's movie review section cannot compare with IMDB in terms of the completeness of the database, but in terms of the influence of the ratings of newly released movies, it is now showing a trend of surpassing IMDB.

According to the style of Amazon and Bezos, the best choice in this situation is naturally acquisition. Of course, they also know that Feng Yiping will most likely not agree to their proposal.

"It just so happens, Andy, please take the opportunity to convey a message to Bezos for me. Does he have any intention to sell IMDB? NEXTDOOR and I are very interested," Feng Yiping said, "The sales of DVDs and videotapes now account for a very small proportion of Amazon's overall sales, right? Resource libraries like IMDB don't even promote sales as much as price comparison software."

"We can transfer the price comparison software to Amazon, so can you consider transferring IMDB, which is not very useful to you, to us? Such a database should be allowed to play a greater role,"

Andy Wilk was stunned for a moment. You are indeed Feng Yiping, who never plays by the rules. Just like we acquire you, you think about acquiring us, but how can this price comparison software be compared with IMDB? "Okay, I will tell him your thoughts truthfully,"

"Well, you guys talk," Feng Yiping stood up with a smile, "Cummins, Andy is our old friend, Bezos and Amazon have always been very supportive of our work, don't be too demanding on the relevant conditions,"

"Andy, if you think you need me to coordinate, I'll be in the office in front,"

"Okay," both parties answered at the same time, and stood up to see him off.

Cummins felt that his boss was really powerful and could create advantages for his side. He clearly saw that after hearing the intention to acquire IMDB, Andy, the other party's negotiation leader, had a lot of emotional fluctuations - this was a favorable condition for him.

"Please sit down, Andy," he said with a smile.

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