Influence of Group Pressure on Organizational Decision-Making

Group pressure played a significant role in bringing back Sam Altman to OpenAI as a growing number of employees signed a letter demanding his return. The pressure intensified as more signatures were added, making it easier for others to follow suit. The structural changes at OpenAI, transitioning from a safety-oriented to a more product-driven focus, were attributed to the influence of group dynamics and the impact of majority support in decision-making processes.