Core Insights - The company is implementing a new operational strategy to enhance efficiency by automating the procurement and delivery of materials [3][16]. - The initial estimate of two days for the process was overly optimistic, highlighting the complexities involved in organizing and integrating new products into the system [3][8]. - The cost of acquiring materials was significantly lower than anticipated, with a total expenditure of only 8.7 yuan for 53 items, suggesting a potential for substantial cost savings [6][8]. Cost Management - The company realized that the total cost for acquiring 800 products could be around 100 yuan, which is well below the initial budget of 300 yuan [9][10]. - A small operational adjustment led to savings of over 300 yuan, equating to the revenue from selling 20 sets of materials [14][15]. - The company is exploring cost-effective solutions for server purchases, considering options from Alibaba Cloud and Tencent Cloud, which offer discounts for new users [18][20]. Automation Strategy - The company is transitioning towards a fully automated operation, utilizing servers to run software for automatic delivery on platforms like Achi and Xiaohongshu [18][21]. - The minimum configuration for the server is sufficient for the company's needs, with new users paying only 68 yuan per year compared to over 400 yuan for existing users [22][23]. - A successful negotiation with a server vendor allowed the company to access new user benefits despite being an existing customer, resulting in a cost reduction of over 300 yuan [26]. Market Insights - The company emphasizes the importance of leveraging online platforms like Taobao for resource acquisition, suggesting that unexpected opportunities may arise from such searches [28].