In July, the sky is brilliantly blue, and the cicadas sing like a melody;

In July, the sea breeze gently blows, and business thrives;

In July, let’s gather in Huizhou and move forward together with one heart!

In 2022, Zhengda Machinery & Electronics celebrated its 25th anniversary! From July 27 to August 2, Zhengda Machinery & Electronics held a series of events at the Sheraton Hotel in Jinhaiwan, Huizhou, including the 2022 Mid-Year Summary Conference, the 25th-Anniversary Celebration, and a training program. This event consisted of five main components: a strategic planning meeting, a summary of the first half-year’s work, the 25th-anniversary activities, a CEO exchange meeting, and a study tour; as well as training sessions for the “Gezhi & Senior Manager Class” and the “Reserve Manager Class.”

This conference brought together more than 110 participants, who departed in two groups, one after the other. On July 27, the group attending the brainstorming session—comprising over 30 people—set off ahead of time; on July 28, the main contingent followed closely behind, all gathering at the beautiful Sheraton Hotel.

(Group photo of participants at the 2022 Mid-Year Summary Conference)

Virtue-Seeking Conference Chapter

From July 27 to 28, Wang Zhenghu, President of Foshan Zhengda Mechanical & Electrical Co., Ltd., and Lin Yi, General Manager of Guangdong Lingyi Industrial Technology Co., Ltd., led more than 30 members of the company’s management team in a “virtual strategy meeting” focused on “setting strategies, building teams, and leading the workforce,” during which they discussed and planned for the company’s future development.

The first day of the meeting began at 2 p.m. on the 27th and concluded shortly after 10 p.m., followed immediately by a half-day session starting at 8:30 a.m. on the 28th. Over these two consecutive days, the company’s management engaged in a series of intensive discussions and shared insights on topics including organizational structure planning, industry data analysis, regional development, and benchmarking initiatives—laying a solid foundation for the company’s sustained growth.

During this period, under the leadership of President Wang, a “criticism and self-criticism session” was held on-site, during which senior executives shared and exchanged feedback on their daily work. In response to the feedback collected, President Wang and General Manager Lin instructed the relevant functional departments to promptly develop action plans, implement improvements, and provide support to all business units.

(On-site sharing and discussion at the ideation meeting)

Mid-Year Meeting Section

(1) Study and Exchange Meeting

On the evening of July 28, the more than 110 members attending this conference split into four separate venues to hold their respective meetings simultaneously. These four sessions consisted of one "Development Strategy" session and three "Learning and Exchange" sessions. During the conference, participants at each venue shared their experiences and discussed challenges they’ve encountered in their work, exploring potential solutions together. This not only fostered cross-regional exchanges but also promoted individual growth.

(Exchange scenes at various venues on the 28th)

(2) Mid-Year Summary Conference

At exactly 8:00 a.m. on the 29th, the 2022 Mid-Year Summary Meeting officially began. A total of 110 key employees—including general managers and heads of subsidiaries under Zhengda Machinery & Electronics, participants of the Gezhi & Senior Manager Program, participants of the Reserve Manager Program, heads of functional departments at headquarters, Party members, and other designated personnel—attended the meeting.

First, the meeting innovatively featured thematic presentations by four outstanding young key personnel from various departments. They were Peng Shuang, Purchasing Manager at Dongguan Dasheng Automation Equipment Co., Ltd.; Liu Junxiao, Deputy Sales Manager at Foshan Zhengyi Da Automation Equipment Co., Ltd.; Li Jikun, Sales Manager of the Siemens Motor Division at Guangdong Lingyi Industrial Technology Co., Ltd.; and Chen Dongxiang, Sales Supervisor at Chengdu Nengda Technology Co., Ltd. Each representative shared, in turn, their work experiences during the first half of 2022, their personal growth, team-building efforts, and future plans. Every step of growth has been marked by tears and setbacks; every instance of excellence is inseparable from the hard work, relentless striving, and proactive spirit of the Zhengda people; and every feat of distinction is the result of the Zhengda team’s sweat and dedication.

(Four young key personnel give thematic presentations)

Next, Lin Yi, General Manager of Zero One Industry, delivered a work summary for the first half of the year. In his review, General Manager Lin highlighted the company’s performance in the first half, expressed full recognition for the teams and departments that had exceeded their targets, and provided an overview of Zero One Industry’s current development status as well as the challenges ahead. He then outlined the plans, measures, and goals for the next phase of work. Finally, he shared with everyone the key takeaways and insights from his studies at Tsinghua University.

(General Manager Lin delivers the work summary for the first half of the year)

In the second half of the meeting, Chen Songwen, Deputy Director of the Finance Department at ZeroOne Industry, delivered the keynote presentation. Using accurate and reliable data as well as vivid real-world examples, Mr. Chen explained the scientific management of cash flow, accounts receivable, and inventory, highlighting their critical importance to the daily operations and sustained development of both the company and its departments.

Next, Meng Xianglu, Director of the Human Resources Department at Zero One Industry, along with Deputy Managers Dian Qin and Liu Hongxia, presented a work report for the first half of 2022. They provided a detailed overview of various aspects, including employee job levels, turnover, recruitment, and talent development at Zero One.

Subsequently, Cai Yun, head of the Investment and Development Department at Zhengda Machinery & Electronics, shared with everyone, based on rigorous research and analytical data, the golden period of development for new-energy vehicles, and expressed strong confidence in the future growth of both the upstream and downstream industrial chains of China’s new-energy vehicle sector.

(Representatives from various departments give thematic presentations)

Finally, President Wang Zhenghu from Zhengda Machinery & Electronics delivered a keynote speech and shared insights about tourism in Xinjiang. President Wang began by recognizing and summarizing the contributions of all the outstanding representatives who participated in the mid-year meeting, as well as the content they shared.

Next, President Wang shared his insights—from reflecting on the past to pursuing stability in current development, from staying vigilant even in times of peace to outlining the company’s future direction. Leading by example and personally embodying these principles, President Wang imparted his life wisdom to everyone and, drawing on his own experiences, emphasized the company’s core cultural values. Only by integrating the “369” culture into both work and daily life can we better strive for a fulfilling and perfect life.

(President Wang delivers a concluding commentary and shares insights on the theme.)

As the meeting drew to a close, President Wang, Zhang Junjing, General Manager of the Investment and Development Department, and Ye Xiaohong, Manager of the Marketing Department, jointly shared their 13-day journey spanning 7,000 kilometers across both southern and northern Xinjiang. With an average daily travel distance of 550 kilometers, the trip was marked by the warm hospitality of Mr. Kou, founder of Meike Meijia, and the breathtakingly picturesque scenery of beautiful Xinjiang—stories that vividly recounted my journey from afar, coming all this way just to meet you.

(Xinjiang Study Tour Sharing)

25th Anniversary Event and Awards Gala Edition

On the afternoons of the 28th and 29th, to strengthen communication and exchange among key employees, foster a spirit of mutual solidarity and cooperation, and enhance team cohesion, the company organized 110 participants into 15 teams for an exhilarating and thrilling maritime sports competition. Throughout the competition, each team braved difficulties, rode the waves with courage, pressed forward relentlessly, and completed the course on time—demonstrating the enterprising spirit of Zhengda people and celebrating the remarkable 25th anniversary of Zhengda Machinery & Electronics!

(Highlights from Water Activities)

The “Foshan Zhengda Machinery & Electronics 25th Anniversary Awards Gala” was held on the evening of the 29th. At the gala, Mr. Lin Yi, General Manager of Zero One Industrial, delivered the opening remarks. In his speech, Mr. Lin expressed that it had long been the company’s wish to hold the anniversary celebration and marine activities with key employees in Huizhou—because only when employees feel happy and experience a sense of fulfillment can they find greater motivation to move forward in their work.

(General Lin’s speech for the dinner party)

Next, senior company executives presented awards to the employees who had excelled in maritime activities. Among those who placed in the top three were not only seasoned key personnel but also children of employees. It’s truly remarkable to see how, over the past 25 years of Zhengda Machinery & Electronics’ development, young talents have thrived and grown on the company’s platform—just as the waves of the Yangtze River push forward the waves that come behind, each new generation surpassing the previous one.

(Photos of employees’ children delivering acceptance speeches and the top three winners of the maritime activity)

Under the leadership of President Wang and General Manager Lin, the dinner event featured group photos taken separately for colleagues who had served the company for 20, 15, 10, and 5 years. During the dinner, participants also engaged in candid discussions involving both constructive criticism and self-criticism, elevating the atmosphere of the evening to a high point. Everyone freely shared their thoughts and offered valuable suggestions for the company’s development and ongoing work. Throughout the evening, glasses clinked repeatedly, and everyone thoroughly enjoyed the convivial spirit of the gathering.

Finally, as everyone sang “The Heart of Gratitude” together, the awards gala came to a close.

(Group photo at the dinner party)

President Exchange Meeting and Study Tour Event

From 6:30 a.m. on July 30 to August 1, participants gathered at the hotel and took a morning run around the hotel and the seaside. As they passed by the seaside pier, everyone stopped briefly to admire the beautiful scenery. During those few minutes of pause, several colleagues couldn't resist getting into the spirit and started a push-up competition, filling the entire route with laughter and cheerful chatter.

(Morning run along the hotel and seaside route)

On the morning of July 30, the company organized two exchange and visit activities. One was a “President’s Exchange Meeting” led by President Wang, attended by young key personnel, and the other was a study tour for heads of various company departments.

(At the CEO Exchange Meeting)

(Outing visit)

[Gezhi Class & Senior Manager Class] [Reserve Manager Class] Training & Sharing Session

[Venue for the Gezhi & Senior Manager Training Workshop]: On the morning of the 30th, to address various challenges that participants frequently encounter when making upward reports in their daily work, General Manager Lin delivered a lecture titled “Making Effective Upward Reports.” First, he asked participants to identify and articulate the common mistakes and recurring issues they often make in their upward management processes. Next, he analyzed these issues from four key dimensions: report format and approach, pre-report preparation, precautions during the reporting process, and follow-up tracking and feedback. Finally, he introduced a 49-character guideline—“When reporting, focus on results; when seeking instructions, present solutions; when summarizing, highlight procedures; when assigning tasks, specify standards; when showing concern for subordinates, inquire about the process; when handing over tasks, explain the process thoroughly; when transferring responsibilities, emphasize integrity; and when reflecting on past work, share your personal feelings”—to help participants pinpoint problems and find practical, effective solutions. This approach enabled everyone to learn how to truly achieve effective upward reporting.

From the afternoon of the 30th to the morning of the 31st, General You and General Chen delivered a course titled “Financial Management for Non-Financial Directors.” This marked the first attempt to combine common training with personalized training. On the first day, Generals You and Chen provided all participants with a comprehensive overview of financial knowledge covering the three major financial statements and related indicator analyses—common topics for all attendees. Through specific case studies and hands-on exercises, they offered valuable insights and guidance to each subsidiary company on daily sales budgeting, financial budgeting, future development planning, process monitoring, and goal breakdown.

In the afternoon of the 31st, based on the different personality needs of the participants, targeted and in-depth analyses were conducted separately for the Gezhi Class and the Senior Manager Class. During the session, General Manager You shared with the Gezhi Class key insights on how to effectively implement cost control, break down and manage objectives; while General Manager Chen, addressing the Senior Manager Class, used a wealth of case studies to enhance everyone’s capabilities in financial management. Throughout the sessions, mentors General Manager Lin and General Manager Lian also engaged in deeper exchanges with the participants, offering guidance on how to address challenges in team development.

(At the lecture venue for “Financial Management for Non-Finance Directors” by General Yu and General Chen)

[Reserve Manager Training Session]: On the 30th, General Peng delivered a lecture titled “Sales Budgeting and Process Control” to the trainees. He provided an in-depth analysis—from business planning to the basis for budgeting and key considerations when preparing budgets. As businesses face increasing uncertainties during operations, through budget simulations, rigorous questioning, and flexible analyses, all inputs and resources can be re-examined and balanced from perspectives such as rationality and efficiency, ensuring optimal allocation of resources. During the session, General Peng also set aside dedicated time to answer trainees’ questions and provide comprehensive guidance on budget formats and tools. After the class ended, the trainees were still eager to learn more and continued to seek further advice from their instructor.

(At the lecture site for General Peng’s “Sales Budget and Process Control”)

Receivables management, as a crucial component of sales process control, was the focus of Manager Lian’s session this morning. Building on the content from Manager Peng’s lecture earlier, Manager Lian discussed with the participants the challenges companies faced in collecting payments during their early stages and provided an analysis of the current market situation. Through numerous vivid images and practical scripts, he helped us understand how to better perform the preliminary work related to receivables management. For modern enterprises, accounts receivable—used as both a credit tool and a promotional tactic—has, to some extent, enhanced their competitiveness, boosted sales volume, and stimulated profit growth. However, at the same time, delayed payments have also become one of the major reasons why many businesses have been driven into financial distress. Only by effectively managing accounts receivable can enterprises accelerate cash flow, improve capital utilization, increase net profits, mitigate business risks, and ultimately maximize their wealth.

(At the training session on “Receivables Management” led by Director Lian)

As the saying goes, "Learning is for application." While theoretical knowledge is certainly important, it’s even more crucial to be able to apply it flexibly and effectively in one’s work. With this in mind, the participants of the Ge Gao Class and the Reserve Manager Class all shared and presented their learning outcomes the day after completing the course. After digesting the material and engaging in brainstorming sessions the previous night, the participating groups delivered presentations through various formats—including on-site simulations, data analysis, and discussions of common case studies. Through these activities, they gained a clear understanding of their own shortcomings in areas such as communication across hierarchical levels and financial management, and they proposed targeted ideas and solutions for improvement. The instructors provided individual guidance throughout, helping the participants gain further insights and inspiration. Additionally, outstanding group members were awarded “Excellent Student” prizes to recognize their exceptional performance.

(Sharing and Reporting Session for Gezhi & Senior Manager Class Participants)

(On-site report by Reserve Manager Trainee Participants)

During this training, participants engaged in both constructive criticism and self-criticism, aligning their reflections with the key course topics. They gained a deeper understanding of their own shortcomings and gradually identified effective strategies for improvement moving forward. General Lin’s upward reporting session inspired team leaders to better guide their subordinates toward collective growth, while also helping everyone become qualified subordinates whom their superiors can trust. The courses delivered by General You and General Chen enriched participants’ knowledge of financial management, enhancing their awareness and capabilities in risk control and management. Meanwhile, the sessions led by General Peng and General Lian helped participants strengthen their accounts receivable management and optimize control over the entire business process. We believe that through this round of learning, all participants will achieve a qualitative leap in their future work, laying a solid foundation for realizing ZeroOne Industry’s five-year strategic goals.

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