Reinventing the Millennium

Ali was suddenly in a turmoil.

Due to the problem of illegal business, B2B COO Li Xuhui set up an investigation team to investigate the relevant situation.

At the same time, Jiang Fang, the head of the group's anti-corruption department and one of the Eighteen Arhats, also set up an investigation team to investigate the relevant situation.

Two days later, the leader Ma Chen returned to Lin'an and immediately convened a meeting with senior management. Based on the preliminary questions they received, he announced that Guan Mingsheng, the retired COO of the first generation group, would set up an independent investigation team to investigate the relevant situation.

The atmosphere of this meeting was relatively depressing. Regardless of Jiang Fang or Guan Mingsheng, both of them were people who firmly maintained Alibaba's value system. The intention of the leader to conduct a thorough investigation was very clear.

In fact, it's not difficult to actually check.

There are more than 2,000 fraudulent suppliers on the B2B blacklist that have been banned one after another. All you need to do is investigate the employees who signed contracts with these suppliers.

Wherever there is a problem, and at what level there is a problem, everything will be sorted out quickly.

However, even under such circumstances, Wei Zhe, who participated in the meeting, still approached Ma Min after the meeting. First, he explained that he believed the blacklist mechanism was controllable, and second, he believed that the B2B group buying transformation still needed to be carried out.

What Wei Zhe is busy with these days is group buying. The top and bottom have reached an agreement, the entry strategy has been planned, and the forward and flank arrangements have been completed. It can be said that the arrow is ready.

Ma Ren took a deep look at Wei Zhe, and his tone was still as usual: "The most important thing now is to clarify our team issues. This is a matter related to the development of the entire group. We must take this as the priority, and group buy each city and place. You can put it away first.”

Wei Zhe opened his mouth, but he still couldn't say anything.

He also saw the big fight this time.

As early as a few days ago, Mr. Fang had an incident in WeChat Moments. Wei Zhe did not see his updates immediately, but he learned about the situation the next day. After a simple review, he believed that there was no problem with the internal processing process.

Until now, he still feels that this situation is a routine problem, a local problem, and a problem that can be controlled by technical means.

What will the independent investigation reveal?

Whether it is himself or Li Xuhui, or the heads of major regions and middle and high-level people further down, is it necessary to reach out for such a small profit?

However, Mr. Ma's will cannot be violated, and Guan Mingsheng's release also means that this investigation must be completed.

Wei Zhe could only remain silent.

Ma Chen patted Wei Zhe on the shoulder and said nothing more. He only wanted to see the final investigation results.

The executive body of B2B has always been the main reason why the group has reached what it is today. Without cash cows, it would be difficult to feed other businesses with money. The underlying logic that maintains the effectiveness of this mid-supply team is the value system that everyone believes in.

This is how everyone has achieved success along the way, so why don’t we persevere and continue to maintain it?

However, after Ma Ren took a few steps, a shadow from last year suddenly appeared in his mind.

In July last year, He Xueyou, a senior Dongguan manager of China Supply Chain, was pulled to Taobao Mall to be responsible for attracting investment from small and medium-sized enterprises. In December, He Xueyou resigned.

One of the main reasons is that Zhang Yong, the person in charge of Taobao Mall, heard that He Xueyou threatened customers to invest in his sister's Taobao store. When he questioned He Xueyou, he said that he had indeed matched them, but there was no coercion.

After He Xueyou resigned, he wrote a letter to Ma Ren, and then approached Peng Lei, Dai Shan and others to apply to return to the company.

Ma Ren gave him a reply that all Alibaba subsidiaries could re-accept He Xueyou, except Taobao.

He Xueyou did not come back.

He Xueyou joined Alibaba in 2001. In 2003, he made a bet with Ma Chen over performance. If he lost, he would strip naked and dance in the West Lake. If he won, he would treat Ma Chen to a big dinner. As a result, the performance was up to standard but the renewal rate was 2% lower. In the end, He Xueyou agreed to jump into the lake in winter, and Ma Min also invited him to a big dinner.

He has won Ali's national sales championship 11 times a year and is a sales ace praised by Ma Chen himself.

When faced with Zhang Yong's questioning, He Xueyou defended, "I'm right, you can't give me an unfounded accusation and say some nonsense to frame an old employee with pure DNA."

He considers himself an old employee of Zhonggong with pure genes, but even if there is really no coercion, can his admitted behavior of matching customers with his sister's Taobao store be accepted?

If even such a senior executive is somewhere between deteriorating and not deteriorating, how many people are involved in the more serious problems that have been recently revealed?

A problem is never one-sided.

Ma Chen could see that Fang was trying to make fun of him, but returning to the root cause, to what extent were the internal problems?

Could it be that someone surnamed Fang pressed your hands and forced you to sign in the illegal businessmen?

…

"We now want to capture one city and one place."

"First capture, then consolidate, then radiate."

"We must focus on marketing and technology, and we must spare no effort in rapid development of resources. The next six months will be the golden period for the development of rice balls, and it is also the golden time for the group buying market to prioritize."

In the Yike conference room of Hang Lung 23, Fang Zhuo listened to the exchange meetings between Mi Tuan and his company for two consecutive days, and also gave strategic advice at the end.

The entire group buying market is in chaos, with rapid development and rapid death in the next six months.

Mi Tuan needs to rely on Yike's team, but also needs to cultivate its own strength, and it must not hesitate to use funds to carry out reasonable mergers and acquisitions, so that it can live up to... and live up to Secretary Liu's Capture the Flag!

When Lei Jun and Geng Deheng from Mi Tuan walked into the president's office after the meeting, the bright plaque "Six Meridians Divine Sword, well-deserved" caught their eyes.

Lei Jun was shocked: "This..."

Isn't this on Ali's side? Was it returned?

He had a strange idea, he couldn't be wanted back!

"Xiao Liu thought it was inappropriate and took it back." Fang Zhuo noticed the gazes of the two people and said lightly.

As for what is inappropriate...

Fang Zhuo didn't say anything.

Liu Zonghong, who was serving tea next to him, was very loyal and had no intention of explaining.

A moment later, he saw the plaque again, thinking that it had been placed in the office for two days without being touched, so he made a suggestion: "How about I take it to the compliance department as a wake-up call?"

Fang Zhuo glanced at his secretary in surprise and sighed: "Is Ali the only one in the world who has internal problems? Go ahead and hang it up for Zhong Lixin. If we are three people together, I will definitely have a teacher, and we will choose the good one." From there, those who are not good will change it.”

Liu Zonghong raised the plaque and left.

Lei Jun swallowed. He never expected that Mr. Fang's previous words of "research and study" would lead to such a follow-up.

Judging from the overall development of this matter, it seems that Mr. Fang is not solving the problem of competition, but trying to solve the problem of competitors.

Then now...

He drank half a cup of tea and asked tactfully: "Mr. Fang, there has been news that Ali will stop doing offline group buying. Will you do it in person now?"

Fang Zhuo shook his head: "I don't know, we will arrange it according to their fate."

The market and competition have changed, and Wei Zhe may not be captured. Everything depends on how Ma Chen handles this matter.

Judging from my own thinking and values ​​as a leader, it shouldn't be a big problem.

Success and recognition both have inertia. Today, Alibaba is still a listed company, and Wei Zhe will probably be shed in tears this time.

If the horse is born in another two years, it may be cold treatment.

Fang Zhuo actually understands this matter very well. For example, if fraud suddenly breaks out in the ice core, it would be difficult for him not to investigate thoroughly and pursue it severely.

When Geng Deheng, vice president of sales at Mi Tuan, heard what the big boss said, he didn't have any psychological obstacles. Instead, he praised: "Any fighter will win with justice and surprise."

It is right for Mi Tuan to rapidly advance the 100-city plan.

It's strange that Mr. Fang can do whatever he wants.

Geng Deheng only cares about whether these factors are conducive to the final victory.

In addition, watching Mr. Fang's actions, he felt that the high-level arena and the local push arena were similar.

"No matter what happens on the opponent's side, our work must be solid."

Fang Zhuo pondered for a moment, then looked at Lei Jun and said: "Mr. Lei, the next development of Mi Tuan will be rapid. The construction of the talent team is very important. I have someone here..."

Lei Jun became energetic and used his affirmative attitude to dispel Mr. Fang's hesitation and said with a smile: "If Mr. Fang has talents to recommend, I will be happy to ask for them, and Mi Tuan will be happy to ask for them."

"Okay, he happens to be in the investment department next door. I asked him to come over." Fang Zhuo picked up the internal phone and gave the notice.

When Lei Jun saw that Mr. Fang didn't say his name and was trying to show off his identity, he couldn't help but feel more curious. Who was this talented person from Yike?

However, when the door of the president's office was pushed open and the person who came in Lushan revealed his true face, Lei Jun was shocked.

No, this one looks very familiar...

No, if I admit my mistake correctly, isn’t this former Taobao CEO Sun Tongyu Sun?

A virtuous man is a virtuous man, but this is Ali’s virtuous man! !

Fang Zhuo introduced each other to Lei Jun and Sun Tongyu in the middle. Although they both knew each other, they were starting over to correct their identities at this moment.

If we really talk about the current level, when it comes to reputation in the world, Sun Tongyu is better than Lei Jun.

Ma Chen and his wife are employees No. 001 and 002 of Alibaba, Sun Tongyu is No. 003, and his wife Peng Lei is No. 007.

He led more than a dozen people to start Taobao in 2003. By the time he resigned, Taobao was already the largest C2C e-commerce website in Asia.

If Alibaba B2B President Wei Zhe is known as the successor, former Taobao President Sun Tongyu is the group's one-word king.

However, no matter what kind of king, it is difficult to defeat the will of the founder to depose.

When Lei Jun saw this deposed king at this moment, it was hard not to be shocked, shocked, shocked!

Then, he admired Mr. Fang, this Mr. Fang...

After greetings and sitting down, tea was served.

Sun Tongyu has already done some psychological construction and can naturally explain his conclusion about the group buying market at this time.

“Today’s group buying competition starts sooner rather than later.”

"The further the future goes, the more likely it is that the entire market will struggle to create new vital forces. If one or two companies are successfully listed and receive support from the capital market, it will be a tough battle for Mi Tuan."

"It is acceptable to burn money to compete, but looking at the entire cycle, Mi Tuan still needs to burn less money."

"I heard Mr. Fang talk about it. Mi Tuan does not burn money in the first position, but it can force the companies in front to spend more money, and in turn suppress the latecomers. This is an excellent strategy."

"The front-line team is very important. Looking at the domestic market, Baidu is slow, Penguin lacks a strong front-line team, and Alibaba's pace may be delayed. We must cherish the next six months."

"Ali returns late and will definitely come back in the future. We need to be vigilant."

Sun Tongyu gave the same time judgment and opponent's movement judgment.

Lei Jun couldn't help but look at Mr. Fang.

Fang Zhuo knew what his look meant and shrugged. There was no communication in advance at this point in time, it was purely his spontaneous discussion.

Lei Jun took a sip of tea. He valued the Ali team, but regardless of Mr. Fang or Mr. Sun, their level of attention was extremely high.

He smiled and said: "Mr. Sun, is Ali Tiejun the strongest team in the country? If they come again in half a year, then we..."

Sun Tongyu did not answer directly, but looked at Mr. Fang: "Mr. Fang, what do you think?"

"Ali Iron Army is the strongest, one step ahead." Fang Zhuo concluded simply, "As for half a year later..."

Geng Deheng looked a little eager to try when he heard what the big boss said.

Fang Zhuo noticed Mr. Geng's expression, but didn't intend to explain more.

He even felt more than a chip.

Alibaba’s iron army includes Didi’s Cheng Wei, Tongcheng’s Wu Zhixiang, angel investor Wang Gang, Meituan coo Gan Jiawei, as well as employees from Zhonggong in almost all O2O fields such as Dianping, Ganji and 58. .

It can be said that the sky is full of stars.

If they don't break up and the peak comes, the combat effectiveness of this complete team... will be extremely troublesome at the very least.

Sun Tongyu took Mr. Fang's words and sighed with regret: "Heroes are not free when they are shipped away."

Half a year later, the market has been initially determined, and if Ali comes again, it will not be the normal difficulty. What's more, the Yike team has entered Mi Tuan in an orderly manner, and they are not idlers.

Coupled with the fact that Mr. Fang is watching eagerly and thinking deeply, if Alibaba is really shaken this time and misses half a year, this piece of market meat will be left alone.

Sun Tongyu's emotions are somewhat complicated.

Before, he met Mr. Fang and was easily convinced.

In addition to the dissatisfaction with being suddenly taken down, another important reason is Mr. Fang’s judgment that group buying is a trillion-level derivative market.

In Sun Tongyu's view, such a market is a natural fit for Alibaba. As long as the B2B group enters the market in time, it will be the most perfect transformation.

However, since Ali may miss one of the most perfect games, let him exacerbate this regret with his own hands.

The CEO Office of Hang Lung 23 talked a lot about group buying, rice groups, and competitors.

When Lei Jun wanted to say goodbye, he suddenly remembered the most crucial thing.

"Mr. Sun, is there a non-competition agreement between you and Ali?"

Sun Tongyu didn't answer and looked at Mr. Fang.

Fang Zhuo nodded slightly. This was indeed a matter. Calculating the time, it was no problem anyway. However, he only found out after meeting Sun Tongyu that he only officially resigned last year and still had one year left.

However, the competitive relationship between group buying companies and Alibaba...

"I will communicate with Mr. Ma about this matter. There should be no problem." Fang Zhuo said.

Lei Jun couldn't believe it when he heard this. Since someone like Mr. Sun has a non-competition agreement, Mr. Ma also said that he needs to learn...

How does Mr. Fang communicate with Mr. Ma?

Now the two people are afraid that even the communication channel will be blocked. How can they communicate?

However, he saw that Mr. Fang was quite confident, so he did not ask further questions.

"Mr. Fang, our rice group will make arrangements quickly during this period." Lei Jun stood up, "I'm treating you to a treat at noon. Mr. Fang, Mr. Sun, and Mr. Geng, let's have a drink and talk."

Fang Zhuo said "hmm" and said: "I have Yike's global conference at noon. It's hard to recommend. Regarding the work of Mi Tuan, you and Mr. Sun should communicate more. We will have more time in the future, so there is no need to rush."

He also stood up to bid farewell to the three giants of Mi Tuan, Lei Jun, Sun Tongyu and Geng Deheng.

Lei Jun walked out of the office, turned around, shook Mr. Fang's hand, and said sincerely: "Mr. Fang, thank you."

"You're welcome, Lei Zi, come on." Fang Zhuo smiled.

Lei Jun let go of his hand and took just two steps when he suddenly realized, no, why am I so stupid?

Geng Deheng smiled as he walked: "I heard that Mr. Fang has the habit of giving people nicknames. He calls Mr. Liu Qiangdong Dongzi."

Lei Jun felt a little awkward, but he couldn't go back and find Mr. Fang again.

Sun Tongyu next to him kept smiling. Well, he will not participate in the discussion of this small topic.

Now it just depends on how Mr. Fang communicates with Mr. Ma. As long as the trip can be made, I will go to the group buying and recruitment department...