Reborn Tech Maniac

Chapter 276 Various tricks outside the disk

"That Boss Tang is now the student idol of Berkeley University. Many people have joined his company, and this kid is also thinking about him." Yu Yanghe smiled and shook his head.

Realizing that Tang Huan's influence even affected Miss Jiang's family, Mr. Song couldn't help but feel a little tasteless at the dinner table.

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Seeing that Yu Zhusheng was interested in baseball, Mr. Song borrowed flowers and offered Buddha to take this young man to watch an Oakland Athletics game under the arrangement of Tang Wenmao, and then visited Zheru's headquarters in Cupertino.

Just in time, their group caught up with Adobe's inauguration ceremony.

While watching the excitement, Mr. Song discovered that the desktop publishing system mentioned in the newspaper was operated by this company.

Yu Zhusheng knows a lot about his profession. He said with admiration: "This desktop publishing system is equivalent to the four great inventions of printing. From now on, Chinese publications have the opportunity to stand on the same starting line as English publications."

Listening to Yu Zhusheng's eloquent speech, Mr. Song finally understood that the desktop publishing system launched by Tang Huan has extraordinary significance in terms of cultural dissemination and economic benefits.

Zheru, EA, Fangyuan Computer, Adobe, Comprehensive R&D Center, Certification Training Center, etc. have formed a technology community in the small buildings occupied by institutions such as Zheru.

Mr. Song was dazzled here, and was deeply shocked by the huge property under Tang Huan's name. At the same time, he wanted to see Tang Huan more and more urgently, but Tang Wenmao's answer was still that he was in New York, which made Mr. Song very anxious. mad.

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Tang Huan was really busy, so he didn't mean to deal with Mr. Song coldly. Of course, he would be happy if he could beat him up by the way.

After the official release of IBM-PC, its influence is manifested in various aspects.

For example, although the production capacity of IBM-PC has not yet been fully activated, several dealers have generously placed orders worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. There are more than ordinary people who are complaining about it, and it is difficult for other manufacturers not to be jealous. .

In terms of publicity, IBM-PC is unique. After inspecting several celebrities, it finally chose a character created based on the image of the tramp in Charlie Chaplin's movie as the endorsement, thus greatly eliminating the mystery of the computer.

Therefore, this unique and creative advertisement was well received, and it also made people see that IBM-PC is indeed very different in style from Big Blue's previous products.

In terms of sales channels, IBM-PC, like ordinary household appliances, has entered traditional stores and placed eye-catching counters, making it absolutely friendly and down-to-earth.

These are real swords and guns on the bright side, as well as various insidious tricks outside the market.

The most damaging one is that Intel's processor production capacity is taken up by IBM-PC's Intel 8088, and other manufacturers only get a very small quota of Intel 8086. Although Intel promises to increase production lines, the CPU supply may be tight. greatly increased.

Tang Huan was really nervous about this. Although he had been actively stocking up on goods earlier, for example, he purchased 50000 Intel 8086 and MC68000 directly from Intel and Motorola in one batch, the consumption was huge.

You must know that not only the mainframe of the second-generation Fangyuan computer uses this kind of CPU, but hardware products such as game consoles, digital fax machines, and printers are also inseparable from them.

Fortunately, AMD, as the second supplier, is quite powerful. It has developed a substitute compatible with Intel 8086, which can temporarily relieve the urgent need. After Taiwan's Lianhua Electronics also does this, I believe that IBM will draw from the bottom of the pan. , will naturally fail.

Tang Huan finally figured it out. Seeing that Tang Esterlich could not compete with the high-end second-generation Fangyuan computer model MC68000, he simply let IBM-PC concentrate on fighting against the mid-range second-generation Fangyuan computer model 8086.

These battles were not worthy of Tang Huan's constant attention. After instructing his subordinates to deal with them carefully, he left for New York. The two co-CEOs of Goldman Sachs—John Weinberg and John Whitehead came out to receive them.

No matter how embarrassing Tang Huan was, he wouldn't be able to please John Weinberg and John Whitehead so much, it was entirely because of his intention to come that they were very moved.

Investment companies naturally like customers to come to them for capital operations, and Tang Huan sent such a big business to their door.

John Weinberg and John Whitehead finished reading the documents respectively, their faces were solemn, and they were silent for a while.

"Why, do you think I'm wishful thinking?" Tang Huan raised his brows and asked in a deep voice.

"That's not true." John Weinberg shook his head, and took a deep look at Tang Huan, "To be honest, Tang, I am amazed by your financing ability."

John Whitehead organized the documents and pondered for a while, "We need to carefully study whether foreign funds entering this field are within the scope of the law."

John Weinberg nodded with deep understanding, "Besides, it is unknown whether the other party is willing to sell."

"It's precisely because of the difficulty that I came to you. I still can't trust other investment companies." Tang Huanhui handed over a hat without any effort.

"Don't worry, we are just saying this out of caution." John Weinberg's eyes were bright. "If this acquisition can be negotiated, it will undoubtedly further enhance Goldman Sachs' reputation on Wall Street."

"However, you have to be patient." John Whitehead added with a faint smile.

These two are really good partners who sing together, no wonder the guys on Wall Street were surprised.

After admiring secretly, Tang Huan took out another document and handed it over, "The matter just now needs to be done step by step, but please complete this acquisition as soon as possible."

"You are really rich and powerful." John Weinberg joked, took the document, glanced at it, and couldn't help being a little surprised, "You want to buy Tandy, isn't that a leather company?"

"Tandy also has a personal computer business." John Whitehead corrected, "But you don't need to buy it, it's a completely cheap product, and it's even called rubbish."

Tang Huan smiled and said nothing, and John Weinberg soon realized it and spoke again, "Tang is interested in RadioShack, an electronic product chain store."

"Channel is king. The pressure from IBM cannot be underestimated. I must actively respond to it." Tang Huan explained with emotion.

RadioShack, similar to Suning and Gome in mainland China in the future, is an extremely famous chain store for electronic goods. Now there are thousands of stores in the United States, Mexico, and even Europe. Personal computer toys can't far exceed Apple, Commodore and other peers in terms of sales.

In the original time and space, RadioShack survived until the era when online shopping was popular, but because of its poor business performance, it was on the verge of bankruptcy, and was targeted by Amazon and other e-commerce companies with the purpose of acquisition.

In the beginning, RadioShack and Tandy were two completely unrelated companies. The former was founded in 1921 and began to operate radio equipment, and the latter was established in 1919 to do leather business.

The two companies developed ups and downs until 1963. RadioShack was heavily in debt, and the bank was worried that its loan would not be recovered, so Tandy took over RadioShack.

Tandy's boss at the time, Charles Tandy—Charles Tandy was very smart, and he turned RadioShack into a cash cow.

In 1977, TRS-80 was officially released, making Tang Di, Commodore, and Apple the first batch of pioneers in the industry to provide users with complete products instead of various components, so that they can be used directly.

But in 1978, 60-year-old Charles Tandy died suddenly of a heart attack.

Unprepared, the entire Tandy company began to experience turmoil, and even the top executives disagreed over which leather and computer products should be the main business.

Even so, RadioShack performed steadily and launched the TRS-1980 Color Computer in 80.

RadioShack's TRS-80 sells for only a few hundred dollars. It cannot compare with the Apple II in terms of functionality. However, due to its price advantage, it is still very popular among amateurs, and its sales volume is very high, surpassing Apple.

But because of this, the first impression of RadioShack is that the products belong to the category of waste or garbage, so now, its operators are trying to dilute the RadioShack brand and replace it with Tandy.

Tang Huan wants to acquire RadioShack now, which is not the best time. After all, its performance has been outstanding in recent years, but he is very open-minded. The large amount of cash accumulated in his hand is not just to meet unexpected needs like this time. What?

Zheru's own sales and service network nodes are currently distributed in big cities, and the popularity is not even as good as that of Apple.

It stands to reason that such a layout is almost enough, and some tasks can be handed over to the dealer.

But after seeing the appeal of the blue giant with his own eyes, Tang Huan immediately felt the crisis brought about by the gathering of responders.

Since it is inconvenient for the network to be controlled by others, and it takes time to build, it is better to just buy ready-made ones.

Thus, RadioShack became Tang Huan's target.

If this sales network is won, with its chain power, at least small consumer goods such as game cassettes, software disks, and printing equipment can be regarded as being placed directly in front of users.

After further communication, John Weinberg and John Whitehead smiled at each other, and the former stated: "We will make a plan for this acquisition as soon as possible, please wait for the good news."

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After having dinner with John Weinberg and John Whitehead, Tang Huan hurried to the Lixian Corporal to invite Carter to San Francisco. The position he prepared for the other party was the independent director and vice president of Shennong Fund.

Although Carter has stepped down, his status is special after all, and it is impossible to really focus all his energy on one organization. He still has a lot of things to do.

When Tang Huan accompanied Carter to visit the Shennong Foundation and introduced to him the measures of HIV prevention and education funding, etc., it happened that Mr. Song also came here to watch the fun.

Mr. Song, who was hiding his shock deep in his heart, took a chance, took Tang Huan's arm and said with a bitter smile: "Brother, you can't keep ignoring me like this. Give me a chance to have a good talk, otherwise we won't be able to do business." of."

"I don't dare to neglect my brother." Tang Huan nodded, "When I have arranged the big Buddha properly, the two of us will discuss it in detail."

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The patient Mr. Song was finally able to sit down with Tang Huan and talk about things.

He quickly cut to the chase and got straight to the point, "Brother, the business trip was canceled very suddenly, and Baodao was not prepared at all."

"What preparations are needed for cancellation." Tang Huan smiled disapprovingly.

Seeing that the other party didn't show affection at all, Mr. Song, who is usually regarded as a high-ranking and powerful man, had no temper at all. He cautiously probed, "Is it possible that someone on Baodao has made my brother unhappy?"

"Brother, you are really right. We have a tacit understanding, but Li Jun has been having a hard time recently. He was scolded in the newspaper and even went to Hong Kong to hold a concert, and was given a small visa. It's stuck. No one here gave me permission, is it possible?" Tang Huan was also frank and honest, "Brother, your promise is somewhat devalued."

"It's really for this reason, what a seed of passion." Mr. Song muttered to himself, holding up his teacup to hide his embarrassment, "Is it only for this reason?"

"If you think it's not enough, you can also add my mainland background." Tang Huan snorted angrily.

"It's reasonable for my brother to be so angry that he becomes a beauty. But these disturbing actions really have nothing to do with me." Mr. Song argued sternly.

"Our tacit understanding doesn't mean standing by and watching. Besides, aren't artists under the control of your news bureau?" Tang Huan sneered slightly, "Brother, the cost of running up and down officialdom in Baodao is getting higher and higher. You can’t just sit back and enjoy it.”

Hearing this, Mr. Song's expression changed. Although he knew that this was the United States, he still couldn't help but glance left and right, "Brother, you have to be careful with your words, there are some things that you can't say."

"Of course I know. Not only are there some things that can't be said and done, but also some things that can't be said and done. Some things can be said and done, and some things can't be said or done." Tang Huan stretched lazily.

Mr. Song, who was in a very depressed mood, was amused by Tang Huan's tongue twister, "Brother, let me tell you this, there are many factions in Baodao, and the relationship is intricate. As a brother, I have made some achievements in the role of mouthpiece, and I am very popular. But the seat It has always been limited, but human desires are unlimited, so I have to be on guard against other people's sniping arrows in my back. This time, the matter of the labor force has nothing to do with me. Ms. Deng refused, and it is really hard for me to express my opinion directly. So, in the end Things have gotten to this point."

"Yeah, this matter can only be blamed on Li Jun's ignorance of flattery, honestly being directed by you officials and masters to go to the wind and sun for a month and everything will be fine." Tang Huan sighed and spread his hands, "Then we What else are you talking about?"

Mr. Song was choked speechless, yes, he has done nothing, what capital do he have to negotiate?

At this time, an assistant came over with a stack of documents and reported in a low voice, "Boss, the documents for going to Singapore are all ready."

"Then get ready to leave." Tang Huan waved his hand, and then said to Mr. Song: "Brother, as long as Baodao doesn't do things that betray our ancestors, the mainland won't have the energy to make waves again. So many territories and populations need to be governed , The focus of work has changed. And your so-called labor force, in my opinion, is just a face project, so it’s right not to go.”

Speaking of this, Tang Huan stood up, "Didn't you say that the source of Li Jun's huge assets is unknown? Open the skylight and tell the truth, I gave her the company's shares. You will block it or not. I have plenty of ways to let her leave Bao'an in an open and honest manner." island."

"I know my brother has such an ability." Seeing that Tang Huan was about to walk away, Mr. Song hurriedly made amends, "See if this works, don't rush to cancel the business inspection team, but temporarily postpone it instead, so that everyone can stay There is a buffer room to deal with this matter, I will go back to mediate immediately, and if you are not satisfied at that time, it will not be too late."

"Postponement..." Tang Huan smiled playfully, "Okay, I'll go to Singapore first and wait for your good news."

With this tone, Mr. Song finally breathed a sigh of relief, and after a while of friendship, he left.

After getting into the car, Mr. Song's eyes flickered, thinking in his heart, maybe he could use this opportunity to wipe out those enemies.

But in order to achieve this goal, first of all, it is necessary to highlight Tang Huan's energy and its indispensible importance to Treasure Island.The second thing is to let the superiors understand what consequences will happen if they fall out this time.

Tang Huan is going to Singapore soon, it can't be such a coincidence.

This Boss Tang acted so tough and was not afraid that Baodao's industry would be affected at all. He must have been prepared long ago not to put all his eggs in one basket.

Although the high-level relations between Baodao and Singapore are good, once their respective major economic interests are involved, they will definitely not be courteous to each other.

Mr. Song calculated the chips all the way, returned to Treasure Island, and asked to see Mr. Jiang.

In his later years, Mr. Jiang's health was deeply affected by diabetes.

However, the confrontation between the two sides of the strait, the abandonment by the United States, the rise of local forces in Taiwan... and other pressures from various aspects brought about by the changes in the current situation did not allow him to rest and recuperate at all.
(End of this chapter)