Ever curious about the business workings of a company such as SOE? Check out this article found at Gamasutra:

Sony Online Entertainment's EverQuest series has endured as one of the longest lasting video game franchises in the current video game market. With Sony's dedication to releasing a new EverQuest retail SKU every six months, it's easy to see how it makes a good candidate for outsourcing.

This is an interesting article, and a teeny glimpse into the inner sanctum of the corporation that is Sony Online Entertainment. Check it out, give it a read!