Perhaps because the natural organizational tendency was to conspire to create user lock-in and other nefarious practices? 95% of software companies (I am guessing here) don't need to consult their lawyers during software development.

> review cycles became slower

"Q: But why can't I force the users to also install Internet Explorer?

A: You just can't Johnny, you'll have to rewrite this component."

> and execs became complacent

... after being really sharp and on-it before.

Bottom line: Cry me a river.