French Takeover: New Factory, Machinery, and a Change of Pace

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around a recent acquisition of a small company by a French multinational, focusing on the implications of this takeover, including plans for a new factory and advanced machinery. Participants express their feelings about the changes, potential cultural differences, and the future of their work environment.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express uncertainty about the implications of the takeover, with one noting they may need to adapt to new tools and methods.
  • There are mixed feelings about the transition, with some hoping it will be beneficial while others joke about potential cultural differences in work habits.
  • One participant recalls a previous discussion about a potential acquisition, questioning whether the takeover had already occurred or was still in negotiation.
  • Concerns are raised about the size and capabilities of the French company, with one participant doubting their ability to teach the French anything about their work methods.
  • Humorous remarks are made regarding stereotypes about French work culture, including references to work hours and breaks.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the nature of the takeover or its implications. There are competing views on whether the acquisition is a positive development and how it will affect their work culture.

Contextual Notes

Participants reference previous discussions and experiences related to the acquisition, indicating a lack of clarity about the timeline and details of the takeover.

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Our little company has been took over by the French, we are now a part of a multi national with plans for a massive new factory and state of the art machinery.
By heck i will be lost, i may have to retire my hammer and buy a tool kit.
 
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wolram said:
Our little company has been took over by the French, we are now a part of a multi national with plans for a massive new factory and state of the art machinery.
By heck i will be lost, i may have to retire my hammer and buy a tool kit.
I hope this is good news for you!
 
Evo said:
I hope this is good news for you!

It seems this is a go ahead company, to start with we are having a new factory built,
the aim being to be in production by april next year.
 
I guess you'll just have to make due with 30 hour work weeks and 5 cig breaks per hour.
 
Cyrus said:
I guess you'll just have to make due with 30 hour work weeks and 5 cig breaks per hour.

Do not forget the wine.
 
Is your hammer big and red, and has "OFF" printed on it white letters?
 
I thought you were taken over by the French last year? :confused: Or was that just a visit where they were trying to decide if they wanted to acquire your company? I remember some discussion about you going to France to teach them how you do what you do so well.
 
Moonbear said:
I thought you were taken over by the French last year? :confused: Or was that just a visit where they were trying to decide if they wanted to acquire your company? I remember some discussion about you going to France to teach them how you do what you do so well.

:smile: Taken over by the french... :smile: :cry:

Upon arrival the french company promply surrendered.
 
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Cyrus said:
:smile: Taken over by the french... :smile: :cry:

:smile: Nice Cyrus!
 
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Cyrus said:
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Upon arrival the french company promply surrendered.

:smile:
 
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Moonbear said:
I thought you were taken over by the French last year? :confused: Or was that just a visit where they were trying to decide if they wanted to acquire your company? I remember some discussion about you going to France to teach them how you do what you do so well.

I thought it was pie in the sky, this French company is huge, i could only wonder why they would want a tiddler like us, now i understand we will be distributing their products as well as our own.
I doubt we could teach these guys any thing, as i am sure the British make mend an do method would horrify them.
 
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Cyrus said:
:smile: Taken over by the french... :smile: :cry:

Upon arrival the french company promply surrendered.

Watch out for the scrap trifle bombs you have been painted.
 

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