71: Chapter 71: A Comprehensive Domestic Substitution Plan!!

Warehouse Base Research Lab.

"Zhou Fan, it's exploded! The Developer Alliance backend is exploding, you know that? Our software ecosystem is a success. At the latest, by next year when the new phones launch, we can truly carve out the market three ways with android and Apple. And the battery supply..."

Just as he walked into the warehouse, Lei Jun couldn't help but excitedly shout towards Zhou Fan.

"What's there to be excited about? Have all the supplier issues been resolved?" Zhou Fan frowned, giving Lei Jun a somewhat exasperated look.

He's a grown man, yet so lacking in composure!

"Other components still haven't been secured. Many require supply from foreign-invested enterprises, especially the camera modules... Samsung has already cut off supply!"

Lei Jun took a deep breath, the excited expression on his face gradually fading, replaced by a serious tone that echoed in the warehouse.

Perhaps Samsung didn't initially see Fanmi as a real competitor. But ever since Fanmi phones hit the market and sold out, Samsung was the first to cut off camera module supply.

He frowned, feeling a sense of helplessness inside. On the surface, after open-sourcing the system, everything seemed to be heading in a good direction, but Fanmi's crisis wasn't over.

If the supplier problem isn't solved, Fanmi can't relax for a single day. To make high-end smartphones, there aren't many suppliers whose technology meets Fanmi's requirements. After the original ones cut supply, finding new ones is even harder. Giants like Samsung and Apple won't let them find replacements easily.

"See if we can use domestic alternatives. I remember the front-facing camera currently uses a domestic one. Ask them where the technical bottleneck is. I'll find time to research it and see if it can be resolved!" Zhou Fan spoke calmly, still busy with his own work.

At that moment, he was debugging the assembled high-performance computer, his expression focused. The hum of the large-scale computing cluster in operation filled the air. Now, the warehouse finally looked somewhat like a laboratory.

Beside him, Lei Jun's eyes lit up slightly.

"Are you confident?"

"Not necessarily. It depends on their specific situation. But it will definitely require some time!" Zhou Fan continued. His abilities after crossing over weren't omnipotent; he could only identify possibilities for solving problems, not directly provide all the parameters.

So, he didn't speak in absolute terms.

"If it really doesn't work, we'll have to temporarily find another supplier. Even if the price is higher, as long as we can maintain a balance and survive this period..."

"Comprehensive domestic replacement is something we must face in the future. We need a plan now. Find more companies willing to invest in technological innovation. It's okay if their current technology isn't up to par; we can support them..."

"Comprehensive domestic replacement?" Lei Jun was momentarily stunned.

"That's right, especially in high-end manufacturing industries, like the chip fabrication field... We need to come up with a plan quickly and start laying out our entry!"

Zhou Fan clearly knew how difficult it would be to be strangled in high-precision fields. They had to increase R&D investment and prepare while the technological blockade wasn't as severe.

Just like Huaxing's backup plan. According to the current development trend, the pressure Fanmi would face in the future would definitely be no less than what Huaxing faced in his previous life.

"I understand!" Lei Jun responded in a low voice.

Just then, Lin Shuang walked in.

"Mr. Lei, the company called. They said an important guest has arrived, seems to be a major client from a government enterprise department..."

"A government enterprise client?" Lei Jun's heart stirred, and he quickly stood up.

"Then I'll head back first!"

"Go ahead!"

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After seeing Lei Jun off, Lin Shuang couldn't help but look at Zhou Fan, who was seriously debugging the machine, a thoughtful look in her eyes.

Then, inspiration surged. She quickly took out her notebook and jotted down a plot idea.

The untold story after a secret meeting between the company's two top executives...

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Fanmi Technology, First Floor.

Major Client Reception Room.

"I've used your Fanmi phones and done some research. They're very good, especially in terms of security, very suitable for institutional use. The developer of your system is quite remarkable. It's also the first domestically developed mobile phone operating system!"

"Commissioner Meng, you flatter us. But our mobile system is indeed a significant advantage, especially for clients like you. It's not just about security; our system's design philosophy is ahead of the competition. Most importantly, the system is controllable!"

Lei Jun spoke with a smile, looking at Meng Ziang before him. Honestly, he felt a bit nervous inside, as this was Fanmi's first time receiving a major government enterprise client.

If this channel could be established, it would undoubtedly be a great thing for Fanmi. If they could deepen cooperation in the future, it would be like having a special ace up their sleeve.

"Good. State-affiliated units have varying degrees of confidentiality requirements. The system's autonomy, controllability, and security are the primary reasons we chose to cooperate with you!" Meng Ziang nodded lightly, his expression carrying a touch of seriousness.

At that moment, Lei Jun suddenly remembered Zhou Fan's Comprehensive Domestic Replacement Plan. His expression immediately turned serious as he continued:

"You can rest assured on that point. In fact, in the future, we plan to comprehensively replace Fanmi phone components with domestic ones, even developing our own chips, to further enhance security!"

"Comprehensive domestic replacement? Chip self-development?" Meng Ziang's eyes flickered. He looked at Lei Jun and nodded gently. "That's a very good idea, and quite ambitious!"

"If you can truly achieve that, it would be a great contribution to the nation's technological development. Just based on this point, if your phone quality is up to standard, there will be many opportunities for cooperation in the future..."

"We will certainly strive for it!" Lei Jun said with a smile.

"Alright, then let's proceed with the process and sign the contract."

"No problem. Thank you for your trust!"

Soon, both parties signed the contract.

It was clear that Meng Ziang had indeed done his research beforehand. He was very clear about the phone's performance parameters and pricing, and he had obviously already made a decision before coming.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have signed the contract so quickly.

"I heard you've had some issues with suppliers? Hangzhou City has many high-quality tech enterprises. Because their technology is relatively backward, many are seeking transformation or have technological upgrade needs. If you require it, our industrial park can actually make some introductions!"

After signing the contract, Meng Ziang suddenly spoke up.

"Really?" Hearing this, Lei Jun's eyes immediately lit up, though he secretly mused internally: This Commissioner Meng seems to have come with a mission too!

However, Fanmi urgently needed supplier resources right now, so without overthinking it, he quickly said, "That would be greatly appreciated! If you have suitable suppliers or enterprises on your end, we are naturally willing to make contact and evaluate them. If they meet the conditions, cooperation is certainly possible!"

"Then it's settled. We'll be in touch!" Meng Ziang said with a smile.

"Agreed!"

The two stood up and shook hands.

Afterwards, Meng Ziang didn't linger excessively and directly left the reception room.

Lei Jun looked at the contract in his hand, unable to suppress a surge of excitement.

This government enterprise order was undoubtedly very beneficial for Fanmi at this moment, equivalent to having official background recognition and support.

And the supplier issue. If this Commissioner Meng could really introduce some domestic tech enterprises with potential, even if it didn't immediately solve the supplier problem, the Comprehensive Domestic Replacement Plan might start to take shape.

Thinking of this, his gaze suddenly turned sharp. He called out to the assistant at the door.

"Notify everyone: Immediately announce the progress of the Developer Alliance and the news of our cooperation with the government enterprise unit!"

"Yes, Mr. Lei!"

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