SQL Server (Katmai) Announced
The next version of SQL Server code named "Katmai" was announced at the first Microsoft Business Intelligence conference (9th May 2007). The following link https://www.microsoft.com/sql/prodinfo/futureversion/default.mspx provides information on four core key themes for Katmai.
Mission Critical Platform for All - which highlights the security and scalability of the new version
Beyond Relational - bridging the relational data with managed documents
Redefining Pervasive Insight - empowering individuals with the business intelligence capabilites
Dynamic Development for Data Management Solutions - providing an integrated development environment with Visual Studio and .NET framework