"Yes, it's about the production patent for ivory silk substitutes." Zhang Junping smiled and nodded.
"Why isn't it a patent for ivory silk technology? What's the use of this patent?" Chen Jinlong looked at Zhang Junping as if he were a fool.
Although he was a little confused at first, Chen Jinlong quickly understood the meaning of the patent.
It is precisely because he understands that he thinks Zhang Junping is stupid.
Spending so much money means using a patent that you don’t have.
Yes, in Chen Jinlong's opinion, it is useless.
In the 1980s and even before the 1990s, everyone's concept was: everyone belongs to the public, and what is yours and mine is to serve the construction of the country's four modernizations. The fifty-six brothers and sisters are one family, and yours is
What happened to my study of technology?
Zhang Junping naturally understands this. No one understands the importance of property rights and patents better than artistic creators. After all, everyone suffers from it.
However, Zhang Junping positioned the ivory silk craft and its substitutes in the European and American markets, at least before the 21st century.
In this way, the importance of patents is reflected.
In fact, Zhang Junping also wants a patent for ivory silk craftsmanship, but ivory silk craftsmanship is an ancient craft, and even if they restore it, it is an inheritance of ancient craftsmanship.
This cannot be patented.
"Haha, of course patents are useful, and they are of great use!" Zhang Junping laughed twice, but did not explain the role of patents in detail.
Because the explanation is unclear.
This is the generation gap!
There's no way to make sense!
"One more thing. You just said that in addition to researching the process of restoring ivory silk, you also need to research alternative materials for ivory. Since you have channels to import ivory from Africa, why bother researching alternatives?"
"The Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora promulgated in 1975 has listed ivory as one of the species prohibited from trade. Although our country has not banned it now, with the development of society and the process of reform and opening up, our country has
Banning the trade of ivory and ivory products is an inevitable trend.
Therefore, we must take precautions and research alternative materials for ivory first.
Team leader Chen is a master-level ivory carver craftsman and has been working on the front line. He should know better that no matter what kind of craftsmanship, if it wants to be passed down, it cannot do without the demand of the market.
Why was the ivory silk craft lost?
To put it bluntly, it was because Emperor Yongzheng banned the tribute of ivory silk products, resulting in no market demand for ivory silk products.
Once the country bans the trade of ivory and ivory products in the future, will the ivory silk craftsmanship that we have worked so hard to restore now face the risk of being lost again?
I don’t know what you think, but I’m not willing to give in anyway!” After Zhang Junping finished speaking, he stared at Chen Jinlong with an extremely solemn expression.
"Xiao... you are right..." Chen Jinlong was caught by Zhang Junping's momentum for a moment. Xiao Zhang didn't shout out two words, and finally just said it dryly.
"Team Leader Chen, I hope you can help me and our ancestors restore this skill and pass it on.
Of course, I am not lying. I invest in nature just to make a profit.
Since it is a profit, as long as the ivory silk craftsmanship and the craftsmanship of substitutes can be restored, I will never treat you or the artists you invite badly." Zhang Junping smiled and said again.
Team leader Chen was speechless, not knowing what to say.
reject?
Reluctantly, it has always been his dream to restore the ivory silk craftsmanship.
promise?
It also seems a little too hasty. This is the first time we meet and you agree with just a few words. Isn't it too hasty?
"Team Leader Chen, you don't have to rush to answer me. You can think about it first and ask about me as a person.
No matter whether this matter is successful or not, I will not treat you and the craftsmen involved in the development badly." Seeing Chen Jinlong's hesitation, Zhang Junping said with a smile.
"I made you laugh. After all, this is not a trivial matter. I am not alone. I have a large family to support, so I want to discuss this matter with my wife." Chen Jinlong's impression of Zhang Junping suddenly became much better.
He smiled gratefully at Zhang Junping.
"I understand! Then I'll take my leave first!" Zhang Junping said and stood up.
"Well, you have come all the way here. It's already noon. How can I let you leave hungry? I'll treat you to a simple meal..." Chen Jinlong persuaded.
"No, we have a long way to go. It's my first time in Shanghai, so I just want to go out for a walk and appreciate the charm of Shanghai." Zhang Junping smiled and rejected Chen Jinlong's offer to stay, shook hands with Chen Jinlong, and turned to leave.
Looking at Zhang Junping's leaving figure, Chen Jinlong couldn't help but sigh, it was really straightforward.
Talk about things directly when you come, and leave after you finish talking. There is no sloppiness at all.
Maybe this is the attitude of the officer.
While walking on Nanjing Road, Zhang Junping couldn't help but sigh that it was so difficult to do something.
In fact, Zhang Junping and Uncle Lin jointly invested in a rubber plantation, jointly engaged in rubber mattresses, pillows, and tapestry silk projects, and now they have come to Shanghai to restore the ivory silk craftsmanship. After so much effort, they have only one purpose, to create a unique
China's world's top luxury home furnishing brand.
It is not easy to achieve this step, and it is not something you can achieve just by thinking about it.
Which of those foreign brands did not achieve this after decades, hundreds of years, and generations of efforts?
Zhang Junping is currently making preparations.
If you want to become the world's top luxury brand, we have discussed before that a set of effective brand promotion strategies is very important.
However, publicity strategies alone are not enough. It also requires strong and proven craftsmanship.
It's like a person's two legs. If one of them is too short, he won't be able to walk stably and he won't be able to go far.
As long as the ivory silk and tapestry techniques are restored and industrialized production can be achieved, the time will be ripe to enter the international market.
Zhang Junping strolled leisurely along Nanjing Road, appreciating the unique artistic charm of the Chinese and Western buildings on Nanjing Road.
Over there, Chen Jinlong was trapped in endless tangles.
Zhang Junping's suggestion is very tempting. Once you accept Zhang Junping's funding to start ivory silk craftsmanship, it means giving up your current job.
Although Chen Jinlong has always wanted to restore the ivory silk craftsmanship, his status as a middle-level leading cadre in a state-owned factory does not mean he can give up just because he wants to.
This entanglement lasted until Chen Jinlong returned home at night.
"What's wrong? Is there something wrong at work?" Chen Jinlong's wife asked with concern when she saw that Chen Jinlong was a little distracted.
"No, there is no problem at work! It's just..." Chen Jinlong opened his mouth and didn't know what to say.
"Old Chen, what happened to you? Can't you tell me?" Chen Jinlong's wife came to Chen Jinlong's side, held Chen Jinlong's hand and asked softly.