I Get A Random New Occupation Every Week

Chapter 3665: Chapter 3657: This Company Runs Deep

"Director Lin, should we take action now?"

"No need, just gather and understand all the information."

Lin Yi said:

"Lingyun Group is just one company, and the Wall Street giants are already united. Direct confrontation is not an option; we need to identify opportunities and strike decisively. Attrition warfare is meaningless. Right now, list out all the information and find the most reliable way to counterattack."

"Got it."

Knock knock knock—

At that moment, the office door was knocked.

Tian Yan walked in from the outside.

"Director Lin, Director Qi, the draft for the press conference is ready. The PPT is still being prepared. Please review it and if there are any issues, it can be revised."

Qi Xianzhao handed the draft to Lin Yi.

Lin Yi glanced at it briefly; the content was more or less fine.

After all, Tian Yan had already reviewed it, and with her capabilities, errors in this area were unlikely.

"By the way, has the 2-nanometer plan been developed?"

"Yes, Professor Shen said the earliest it would take is two years." Qi Xianzhao replied:

"At this level of chip development, Moore’s Law has already failed. Developing a new process within two years is already very fast."

"That doesn’t matter. Whether we can do it or not, others are in the same position, but we need to promote our excellence first."

Lin Yi looked at the content of the press conference and said:

"Secondly, there are still some issues. The content on the draft is good but somewhat conventional, not explosive enough."

"Uh... Explosive."

Qi Xianzhao and Tian Yan were both serious individuals.

They usually think in more conventional terms.

The word "explosive" threw them off a bit.

"Amplify the impact brought by the chip. It’s best to link these things with 5G, AI, intelligent driving. That way its influence will extend beyond just the chip industry."

"I understand what you mean." Qi Xianzhao said:

"Whether Wall Street believes it doesn’t matter, as long as ordinary people believe it."

"Smart, that’s almost exactly my thought. That’s the general direction; the rest you arrange yourselves. If anything needs my attention, call me promptly."

"Understood, Director Lin."

After stressing some important points, the morning meeting concluded.

By noon, Lin Yi didn’t leave hurriedly.

He dined at the cafeteria with several company executives, discussing other matters and the company’s future prospects.

After portraying an enticing vision, he left satisfied.

In the afternoon, Lin Yi went to the Research Institute, looking for Shen Tianzhuo.

But he didn’t go empty-handed; he brought two boxes of tea leaves and two bottles of wine.

"Boss Shen, it’s been a long time since we’ve sat down and talked."

From the last meeting until now, it had been over six months.

Lin Yi noticed Shen Tianzhuo had some gray hair now.

But his mental state was still good.

"Try the special Da Hong Pao; you definitely can’t buy it outside."

"No, no, I can brew it myself. It’s not right for the boss to make tea for me."

"Between the two of us, let’s not differentiate between subordinate and boss."

"Certain protocols should still be maintained."

Shen Tianzhuo accepted the tea set and brewed a pot of tea, pouring a cup for Lin Yi.

"This taste is indeed different. If you hadn’t brought some, I might never taste such tea in my lifetime."

"When I get more, I’ll send some to you."

"A little is enough. Keep such good stuff for gifting to others. I can drink any tea."

"Oh, don’t be so frugal."

After sipping some tea, they chatted briefly before discussing serious matters.

"Boss Shen, regarding the 2-nanometer plan, it’s likely a conservative estimate, right?"

"It’s already very conservative."

Shen Tianzhuo set down his teacup and said:

"You’re also in the industry; you should know that without major breakthroughs in fundamental physics, the chip industry has hit a ceiling. If we can achieve a breakthrough to 2-nanometer within two years, that would be exceedingly fast."

"That will give them time to overtake us."

"Correct, so our next action should align with the company’s strategic direction."

Shen Tianzhuo said:

"If there are no other plans, we can continue investing in 2-nanometer development, but it requires heavy investment, posing a great test to the company’s financial chain. If there are suitable derivative projects, our research can slow down. But rest assured, even if research speed slows, we will ensure the advancement of the process."

"I understand what you mean. We will convene a meeting to study this further. However, the research institute’s turnover is somewhat high; Boss Shen, you need to safeguard against this. If our key research personnel leave, it would be quite a loss for us."

"I’ve been considering this issue recently. Fortunately, some key members see things clearly. Despite other companies offering high prices, they may not be stable, lacking some benefits that our company offers. I’ll further strengthen confidentiality agreements. If someone truly wants to leave, they are prohibited from entering the same industry, preventing personnel flow and commercial leakage."

"You’re an expert in this field; I won’t worry. I mainly came to discuss chip process technology."

"I can’t speak for other areas, but I can ensure process advancement; it’s just a matter of how much we lead."

"I trust your work. All these years, the laboratory has not been a concern. Boss Shen, your hard work is appreciated."

"You treat me well, so it’s only right that I reciprocate."

Lin Yi picked up the teapot and refilled Shen Tianzhuo’s cup. The latter said:

"However, I feel the future belongs to AI, and the company should position itself in this area for future use."

"We’ve researched this in our meetings."

Lin Yi said:

"The company’s executives have varied views on this matter; some support it while others plan to wait and see. The specifics are still under study."

"It’s understandable for those with a wait-and-see attitude; it’s essentially a gamble." Shen Tianzhuo said:

"The Wall Street giants are where they are because they bet correctly. Otherwise, they wouldn’t know how their end came."

"Our ideas align; we still need meetings to finalize the major strategic orientation afterward."

"Actually, it’s not urgent; timing isn’t critical." Shen Tianzhuo said:

"They’ve targeted Lingyun Group, so we must turn the tables this time."

"That’s also what I wanted to discuss. The mastermind behind this is the Kaijie Group. Boss Shen, do you have insights on this company?"

After a moment of contemplation, Shen Tianzhuo said:

"A very powerful company, even capable of influencing official decisions. It’s a deep agenda; we must respond cautiously."