Organisations require access to vast amounts of data but often lack any centralised means for its storage and retrieval. When data is inconsistently scattered across multiple systems then delivering consolidated information on which informed decisions can be based becomes a very daunting task.

Microsoft SQL Server 2005 is designed to meet this challenge by quickly building a robust, scalable data warehouse. It provides the fundamental foundation of a BI strategy and fulfils the promise of BI by putting information where it is most needed, in front of individuals. When individuals are equipped with secure, reliable access to information they can make the informed decisions that drive a company on to greater performance and profitability.

Central to the successful creation of a data warehouse is the incorporation of data from various disparate legacy systems in an accurate, timely fashion.

SQL Server 2005 Integration Services accelerates this procedure by quickly cleansing data to reduce duplications and errors, and seamlessly synthesising and transforming information from multiple sources. Integration Services brings your data under control by bringing it into a centralised, managed environment.