Chapter 1030: List of qualifiers

Hajime Mitarai and his entourage received a warm reception from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China, and the two parties conducted in-depth discussions on future cooperation. China Express expressed its gratitude to Canon for its continued support to China Construction, and welcomes Canon to participate in China Economics. Under construction; Canon stated that it will participate more actively in the Huaxia market and at the same time is willing to introduce more advanced technological achievements and management concepts to Huaxia, and develop together with the people of Huaxia...
The atmosphere of the meeting was harmonious and enthusiastic. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology also stated that Canon is an internationally large company, its products are advanced in technology, and the price is appropriate. The answer to other requirements put forward by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology is fair; of course, Huaxia The market is also open and inclusive. This meeting was also a success. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology will carefully consider Canon’s qualifications. Please don’t worry about Canon and follow the procedures to follow the application review process.
After receiving such a reply, Hajime Mitarai believed that the first step of the matter should have been successfully achieved. He handed over the task of follow-up negotiations to Shio Mitarai, and he hurriedly returned to the country of Japan - of course the reason was the president. The husband needs to keep an eye on the progress of the negotiations in the United States at the headquarters to immediately formulate the corresponding countermeasures of the company, but only Mitarai knows that his cousin needs to go to the hospital for further physical examinations as soon as possible to determine the condition and formulate the next treatment plan .
Shio Mitarai knows that he has a heavy responsibility on his shoulders. He really wants to rely on his outstanding mission in China to establish his position in the company and lay a good foundation for him to succeed in the future-but unfortunately, he will soon Realize that I have encountered difficulties.
With the passage of time, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China has begun to gradually announce the list of companies that have obtained the qualifications-China's local "Four King Kong" obtained the qualifications in the first batch. Of course, this is not beyond everyone's expectations. In any country in the world, this kind of government-led centralized procurement will give priority to domestic enterprises. This is not only a support for domestic enterprises, but also a practical need to improve the performance of international suppliers' products and lower their prices.
The second batch of qualified candidates are all foreign suppliers. In the United States, it made a large investment in Huaxia last year and was fortunate to be the first Huami high-tech joint venture directly introduced by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. Hewlett-Packard became the first winner and successfully became the first company to be qualified. Foreign brands; As for the Japanese country, Panasonic also won the first shortlist qualification without accident. At the press conference announcing this qualification, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and Panasonic also announced another piece of good news-Matsushita’s new president Akio Tani announced , Has reached an agreement with the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology to complete the procedures for establishing the first joint venture company in Huaxia as soon as possible. The new joint venture company will be headquartered in Huaxia Capital and is expected to be put into formal operation no later than the end of 1987.
Followed by the third batch of personal computer manufacturers such as Compaq and IBM in the United States; Fuji Xerox, a joint venture established by Xerox and Fuji Xerox in the United States, Epson in Japan Seiko Epson, and Holland Philips, Sony and Toshiba, the only companies in Europe to participate in the bidding. Also got admission tickets-Philips and Sony relied on the absolute leadership in display systems, CD storage devices and discs, and computer disks, and Toshiba relied on, of course, its unique invention, the notebook computer.
The shortlisting of these companies is of course reasonable, and within Mitarai's expectations, but why is there no Canon?
In terms of scale and competitiveness of products, Canon is not inferior to those companies that have been shortlisted. Compared with Seiko Epson, one of its main competitors in office automation equipment, it even outperformed the company, and in the first time During the meeting, President Mitarai also agreed on the spot to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology's request to invest in a joint venture factory in China within three years. Then, why is there no Canon?
Shifu Mitarai could not sit still, he decided to visit the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology again.
But when he stepped into the gate of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology again, the one who received him was not the Deputy Minister Shen last time, but just a director. The director still maintained a very friendly attitude, but he was very friendly. I avoided talking about the problem, but told him very politely that Vice Minister Shen in charge of this matter had gone to Shenchuan on a business trip. There was a big project under preparation and there were many things that needed him to personally coordinate. As for Canon’s qualifications, Please don’t worry too much. The last batch of lists is under review and will be announced a week later. Canon is pleased to wait patiently for the results-but I’m very sorry, because of organizational discipline requirements, he cannot disclose this to the guests in Waguo. The list of finalists.
Shio Mitarai heard two of the most critical messages from the official response of the director-only the last batch is left on the list, and only the last week is left.
So, what should I do? Wait?
Of course not!
If there is something unexpected, there is still no Canon in the last batch of announced shortlists, doesn't it mean that the most important part of the China market-government procurement, has closed the door for Canon forever?
In the U.S. market, Canon’s traditional strong product lines, office automation equipment and semiconductor production equipment are undergoing a fierce "301" investigation. According to the American people, it is impossible to easily let go of the Japanese country this time. Then, Canon’s in the U.S. There is a high probability that the scale of operations will shrink. At least it is obviously impossible to maintain the rapid growth of the previous years. It is fortunate to be able to maintain the current scale at a high price; and the emerging product line of digital cameras that is favored by everyone has been "Matrix" laboratory sniper, what will end this dispute in the end is not yet known; if the emerging China market is lost again...
Shio Mitarai couldn't imagine how Canon would endure such consequences!
He kept admonishing himself, now, be calm, must be calm, Hajime Mitarai has entrusted him with Canon’s future. Not only has he longed for that position for a long time, he also firmly believes that he is the most suitable person. I have planned countless times in my heart, what measures will be taken and what changes will be made after I sit in that position, and how to lead Canon to overcome obstacles in the international business ocean and win the crown!
How can "waiting" be used at this critical moment when it matters to the future?
This is not a countermeasure that the future leaders of Canon should take!
He asked the director who received him: "Can you tell me how to find Minister Shen in Shenchuan? I think I should go there and ask Minister Shen for half an hour. It only takes half an hour, can you? please!"