Data is not only exploding, it is expanding in type and composition.
Microsoft SQL Server 2008 attempts to tame this 'data chaos'. For
a quick introduction on MS SQL Server 2008, watch this short video.
Report designer makes it a lot easier to provide reports, and when
coupled with Reporting Services offers amazing functionality within
high visualization reports.
BI Features of SQL Server 2008
BI focused innovations are based on four pillars
Enterprise Data Platform
Non relational
Dynamic Development
Pervasive Insight
For a BI focused introduction to how SQL Server 2008 will better
support Business Intelligence, including a demonstration of the
software. [10:00]
This product aims to deliver the most comprehensive set of BI operable
solutions.
Other New Features
Policy based management - make managing SQL server by intent,
using policies
Resource Governer - deliver predicted performance across applications