Didn't the Roman empire ultimately fall because of slavery? The article seems like it's trying to teach something about modern management through it though. I'

Didn't the Roman empire ultimately fall because of slavery? The article seems like it's trying to teach something about modern management through it though. I'm also getting a real sarcastic vibe from the tone of the writing, so I can't tell if it's maybe meant to be satirical? Like what's up with this ending quote: Everyone knew where they stood then – even if, sometimes, that was in the line for crucifixion.