Two hours later, Jin Yong called several main operations managers to the conference room.

Min Jingchao wanted to hold a meeting to finalize the operational modification plan.

Before the meeting, Jin Yong had already informed the operations managers about Min Jingchao’s three-category classification for Longyu Group’s games and introduced the general modification direction for each category.

The direction was established by Min Jingchao, but the specific modification details still needed to be completed by these operations managers.

Moreover, Min Jingchao also wanted to hear opinions and suggestions from each operations manager regarding the modification direction.

“If you have any opinions or suggestions about the new operation plan, please feel free to raise them.”

“If you think the modification plan is detrimental to the game itself, make sure to point it out immediately. Or if you have any supplementary opinions, you can also speak up boldly. Let’s all speak freely and have a thorough discussion.”

Min Jingchao’s attitude was very humble, surprising all the operations managers.

It’s worth noting that Min Jingchao had previously dealt with Longyu Group during his time at Firestorm Studio.

At that time, Min Jingchao had left an impression of being rather tyrannical to the personnel he dealt with. Decisions he made could rarely be changed, and he would hardly make any concessions!

Unexpectedly, Min Jingchao’s attitude today was very friendly, and he was even soliciting everyone’s opinions?

This made all the operations managers somewhat disbelieving!

They weren’t sure if Min Jingchao’s opinion-seeking attitude was sincere or just superficial.

However, since Min Jingchao had already given them the opportunity to speak, the operations managers all raised their hands one after another to express their views.

The first operations manager to speak had clearly prepared in advance. He spoke candidly: “In the plan, many games that are completely hopeless are still undergoing drastic modifications. Is this really meaningful?”

“These games are either completely outdated, or the games themselves have irreversible flaws!”

“Modifying these games will cost enormous human resources, and even after modification, they may not yield good returns. In my view, why not stick to the original plan, quickly squeeze out their potential, and then abandon them!”

“Instead of all these modifications, we might as well concentrate our resources on developing a brand new game!”

Once this was said, many other operations managers also expressed their agreement.

However, Min Jingchao smiled and shook his head: “You can’t think of problems that way!”

“The gaming industry is a creative industry. For a game, configuration and graphics are certainly very important, determining the players’ first impression of it. But ultimately, the soul of a game is its gameplay and rules!”

“Many newly released games are painstakingly developed for a year, but the situation becomes unfavorable after launch. Even after three months of drastic changes, they still fade away. This is mainly because there are problems with the gameplay and operational approach. No matter how good the graphics are, they can’t save the game!”

“Many evergreen games, despite their graphics being two or three years behind the times, still maintain high popularity, and their popularity can perfectly continue. This is because they have chosen the correct gameplay and operational approach.”

“That being the case, it’s possible for old games to undergo appropriate modifications and experience a second spring!”

“I believe the current crux of Longyu Group’s problem is not in the abundance of resources or the size of the game library.”

“In terms of resources, Longyu Group is already a top-tier channel in the country, with no shortage of games, let alone good games.”

“If that’s the case, what difference does one more game or one less game make? What difference does earning a bit more or a bit less make?”

“Longyu Group’s crux lies in the operational approach of the entire company! Too much emphasis on quick success and excessive reliance on data! They only know how to desperately cling to data, but rarely analyze players’ needs from a designer’s perspective, and rarely seriously analyze the characteristics of the games themselves!”

“So, this is not just about giving life support to a few games that are about to fade away, nor is it about accomplishing some miraculous transformation. It’s about gradually correcting this erroneous operational concept through these few games!”

“When a game has problems, we can’t just give up. We need to prescribe the right medicine for the specific ailment!”

“What if two or three of these games are revived and their popularity gradually increases? Wouldn’t that be profitable?”

“Even if all the changes fail, valuable experience can still be accumulated. If we don’t experiment with games that are about to fade away, should we experiment with games that are currently profitable?”

Min Jingchao’s viewpoint evidently convinced the operations manager who raised the question. He nodded and said nothing more.

Min Jingchao swept his gaze towards a manager who seemed hesitant to speak, using his eyes to signal him to express his thoughts.

That manager stood up and said: “I didn’t expect you would give such a modification plan for the first category of games.”

“I thought you would, like with GOG or ‘Bullet Hole 2’…”

Min Jingchao smiled slightly: “You thought I would forcibly change these games into a conscientious charging model?”

“Of course not!”

“As a game operator, the most important thing is to analyze specific problems specifically. Each game has its own characteristics, and changing one aspect affects everything. We can’t just randomly make changes on a whim!”

“These games are very popular, with a large number of players, many of whom have already made significant purchases in the game.”

“The game’s internal ecosystem is already tight and rigorous. If we rashly interfere and destroy this system, the damage to players would be substantial!”

“For changes to such games, we need to proceed gradually. It might take several versions, or even a year or two, to transform them from a relatively extreme environment to a better one!”

“So, this matter can’t be rushed. Although I’m more supportive of Tenda’s sustainable and conscientious operational model, I won’t make the mistake of being inflexible.”

Subsequently, several other operations managers raised their own questions, and Min Jingchao patiently answered each one.

These were all experienced operations managers with preconceived operational concepts in their minds. These deeply ingrained operational concepts naturally had some conflicts with Min Jingchao’s viewpoints.

Through the operational concepts he learned at Tenda, as well as his successful experiences with GOG and “Bullet Hole 2,” Min Jingchao still easily persuaded them.

Jin Yong sighed with emotion: “I didn’t expect you to explain these issues so patiently. If it were me, I might have directly forced them to execute!”

Min Jingchao smiled with a hint of fatigue: “We need to discuss first and unify our thinking for the subsequent work to go smoothly!”

“Otherwise, if work assignments are distributed, and everyone verbally agrees but doesn’t cooperate behind the scenes and can’t execute properly, wouldn’t that be a waste of time?”

“Even at Tenda, when Mr. Pei is arranging work, each department head can raise questions at any time, and Mr. Pei patiently answers them.”

“Only for issues that are temporarily inconvenient to disclose and require the department heads to understand on their own does Mr. Pei refuse to answer.”

“Mr. Pei’s consistent attitude towards this is that there’s no need to fear questioning and discussion. Only through continuous questioning and discussion will the truth gradually emerge!”

“If Mr. Pei can maintain such a gentle approach, what right do I have to act dictatorially?”

At the mention of Mr. Pei, everyone in the conference room, including Min Jingchao, displayed expressions of admiration.

If Mr. Pei were present, those in attendance probably wouldn’t raise any questions but would strictly follow Mr. Pei’s requirements.

But according to Min Jingchao, although Mr. Pei’s insights and abilities surpassed everyone in most fields, he still highly valued listening to others’ opinions.

Perhaps only an excellent leader like Mr. Pei could nurture an excellent subordinate like Min Jingchao!

At this point in the meeting, all modification plans had basically been approved.

Each operations manager received their tasks. As per Min Jingchao’s requirements, they would each draft an operational plan, and then meet again to discuss the new plans.

After allocating the tasks, Min Jingchao continued: “We’ll discuss the plans in the next meeting. Now, let’s move on to the next topic!”

“Regarding the workflow.”

“I require all departments and individuals with business dealings with the Tenda Cooperation Department to use our latest Tenda office software, ARS!”

“You can explore the basic functions of this software at your leisure after returning. However, I’ll first clarify a few requirements.”

“This software will track the number of work-related messages sent after office hours. If too many work-related messages are sent, it will automatically issue a criticism and copy it to me!”

“Department heads must particularly pay attention to the process handling method. If tasks aren’t published according to the process, the responsibility doesn’t lie with the employee but with the department head!”

“With this office software, you must strictly adhere to the office hours specified by the software! You can’t arrive early or leave late. This clock-in ranking is the most standard requirement for employees.”

“If employees are found arriving early or leaving late, or even continuing to work after clocking in at the designated time, the offense is aggravated and must be severely punished!”

Upon hearing this, the department heads present all expressed surprise.

“Ah, this… doesn’t seem right?”

“This seems too inflexible! What if some employees are at a crucial point in their work, don’t want to stop, and accidentally leave a bit late? What then?”

“Yes, our company has always implemented a flexible work system. Many employees often arrive at the office after 10 AM. I’m afraid many people won’t adapt if the timing is so strict!”

“In my view, why don’t we proceed gradually? Give everyone a month to gradually adapt to this schedule, and then slowly change over?”

Min Jingchao firmly said: “No!”

“My plan is to see results within two weeks! How can we afford to spend a month gradually adapting?”

“You can raise any opinions on the operational plans, and I can compromise on issues that aren’t matters of principle. But on the matter of working hours and workflow, there’s no room for negotiation!”

“Anyone who dares not to comply will be dealt with according to regulations, without any leniency!”

Min Jingchao’s seriousness made the operations managers exchange glances.

Indeed, Min Jingchao’s earlier friendly demeanor was just a facade; this was his true face!

Once encountering a matter of principle, these Tenda managers became more stubborn than the most obstinate bull—no one could persuade them!

As the atmosphere in the conference room gradually tensed, Jin Yong coughed lightly twice and said: “Since everything has been explained so clearly, why aren’t you all going to execute it? Explain clearly to your subordinates that no one can arrive early or leave late. They must strictly follow the regulations of this software for clocking in. If there’s a problem, you’ll be held responsible. Understood?”

The managers all nodded and then left the conference room one by one.

When most people had left, Jin Yong lowered his voice and said: “Brother Min, I can see that you’ve come to implement drastic reforms this time!”

“However, I need to give you a heads-up.”

“These department heads are easy to manage, but the difficult ones are above.”

Evidently, Jin Yong was implying about Director Ding.

Min Jingchao smiled casually: “Don’t worry! If he dares to obstruct, I naturally have ways to deal with him!”