The Business Value of Upgrading to SQL Server 2005 for Mid-market Organizations
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Companies take on many challenges when trying to implement data management solutions. Some of those challenges include the proliferation of data and systems within their organizations, the need for reliable and secure access to data, and constant pressure to reduce spending and simplify the IT environment. Small organizations must meet these needs with a small IT organization that cannot afford to hire people with highly specialized skill sets.
The customer examples in this white paper highlight the significant value that can be unlocked by upgrading to Microsoft SQL Server 2005. This value was measured using standard financial metrics such as net present value, internal rate of return, and payback. The metrics were calculated by third-party consulting firm Navigant Consulting Inc., based out of Chicago, Illinois, through interviews with customers who had deployed SQL Server 2005 solutions.
Included in this document:
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| • | Data Management
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| • | Business Intelligence
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| • | Developer Productivity
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| • | Conclusion |
