Well, that kind of sounds like job security to me -- having a skill that everyone else lacks I mean. I think you'd see change if management wanted it. I don't think it's mandatory by any means, but I think users are more productive and take ownership of their projects when they have the skills to do so. Everyone wins. Of course, the org needs are important too -- if you're writing occasional letters, memos, and a short report here and there, you don't need the more advanced skills. I wouldn't push an org into more than they needed.