Solutions

SQL Server 2005 provides solutions for a variety of challenging database needs and requirements. SQL Server 2005 is the next-generation data management and analysis solution from Microsoft that delivers increased scalability, security, and availability for enterprise data. It makes it easier for organizations to create, deploy, and manage analytical applications. Because it is closely integrated with Microsoft Visual Studio, developers can be more productive and deliver new applications more quickly.

SQL Server 2005 provides organizations with additional and important advantages and solutions, including the following:

•Business Intelligence for Your Enterprise Data

Business intelligence (BI) within your enterprise is a critical component that delivers a competitive advantage. SQL Server 2005 makes enterprise-class BI possible, enabling you to deliver reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators to every corner of your organization.

•Data Warehousing for Enterprise Reporting, Deep Analysis, and Data Integration

SQL Server 2005 provides a robust, scalable, enterprise-ready data warehouse platform. Take advantage of substantial enhancements in partitioning, manageability, and query optimizations to streamline your data warehouse operations and increase performance.

•Developer Productivity Through Visual Studio Integration

Visual Studio is one of the most widely used development platforms in the world and is a natural partner with SQL Server. Integration between these two tools has risen to new levels, delivering faster time to delivery for applications.

•Enterprise Data Management: More Robust, Secure, and Reliable

When working with enterprise data, you must be careful to protect your data and make sure that it is available even when you are not available. SQL Server 2005 delivers a robust data engine designed to help you protect your data whether through core security or through data encryption.

•SQL Server as a Data and Business Intelligence Platform for Microsoft Dynamics

SQL Server 2005 is incorporated into the Microsoft Dynamics line of integrated business management solutions to automate your financial records, customer relationship information, and supply chain management processes. Learn how SQL Server capabilities, performance, and support, together with Microsoft Dynamics business applications make it easier to run your business.

•Migrate to SQL Server from Other Databases

If you have other databases in your organization, migrating to a common SQL Server 2005 infrastructure will help streamline support and management costs. Taking the step to migrate may seem daunting; however, tools are available to help you plan your migration, and then update and deploy your existing applications on SQL Server.

•SQL Server as a Data Platform for SAP Business Applications

SQL Server has become the preferred data platform for new SAP deployments. Understand why SAP customers of all sizes are selecting SQL Server 2005 for their SAP deployments. Learn about scalability, best practices, and other customers who run SAP business applications on SQL Server.

•Siebel eBusiness Application Suite Preferred Database Is SQL Server

In recent years, SQL Server has become the dominant database platform for Siebel eBusiness deployments. Find out why more than 40 percent of new Siebel customers run SQL Server, and review implementation best practices, key benefits of SQL 2005 for Siebel, and customer success stories.

•Upgrading to SQL Server 2005

Make the move to SQL Server 2005 to get up to 35 percent faster transaction processing, advanced business intelligence solutions, and enhanced developer productivity that optimizes your information technology infrastructure for growth.

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