Discuss the SAS Institute case (file attached) and answer the following questions in about two-three pages (double-spaced).
1. With the help of examples, explain how the people management practices at SAS Institute are different from the practices followed by many of its competitors in the Silicon Valley.
2. Explain the role of the leader (Jim Goodnight) in building SAS Institute into a unique organization.
3. Explain the role of the people management practices in the success of SAS Institute.
4. Why are most companies not like SAS Institute?