In 1991, China was in a critical period of economic transformation, and mergers and acquisitions became an important way to promote market competitiveness. In this context, Wahaha Group decided to merge Hangzhou Can Factory to further expand its share in the beverage market and enhance its competitiveness.
However, the merger did not go as smoothly as expected. The workers at the Hangzhou tank factory showed strong dissatisfaction with this. Faced with the possible job changes and economic uncertainty brought about by the merger, they feared unemployment and reduced income, so they launched a series of ** and strike actions.
The discontent of the workers is not unfounded. According to survey data, about 80 percent of workers said they were worried that their jobs would be affected, while more than 60 percent were worried that their wages would be reduced. This feeling of concern and unease quickly spread within the factory, triggering a collective ** and a strike.
Faced with the discontent of the workers, Zong Qinghou, the founder of Wahaha Group, had to react quickly. He decided to go to the Hangzhou tank factory in person to have face-to-face communication and communication with the workers.
During the communication with the workers, Zong Qinghou had an in-depth understanding of the workers' concerns and demands, and promised to solve their problems. He stressed that Wahaha is a big family, and the company will provide workers with a better working environment and treatment to protect their rights and benefits.
Zong Qinghou's words immediately resonated and shocked among the workers. They realize that they and the company are a community with a shared future, and they need to face challenges together and work together to create a better future.
This sentence not only suppressed the discontent of the workers, but also inspired their fighting spirit and confidence. Workers re-examined their positions and roles, and began to actively support and work for the merger plan.
Wahaha successfully acquired Hangzhou Can Factory, realized the integration and expansion of its business, and further consolidated its leading position in the beverage industry. At the same time, Zong Qinghou's leadership style and wisdom have also been affirmed and praised.
This incident also provides valuable inspiration for business managers and leaders. In the face of crises and challenges, leaders should have a deep understanding of the needs and emotions of employees, be good at communication and expression, resolve conflicts with empathy and wisdom, and achieve a win-win situation.
At the same time, the workers are also aware of the importance of solidarity and cooperation, and only by uniting together can we overcome difficulties and achieve common development. This incident has important exemplary significance and reference value in enterprise management and labor-management relations.
Through this incident, the employees of Wahaha Group and Hangzhou Can Factory have taken a step together, jointly met the challenges of the future, and achieved common development and progress.