I know this title sounds crazy when SQL Server 2008 is less than a year old, but progress never stops…

Database Journal has an interesting interview with Herain Oberoi, group project manager for the SQL Server Business Intelligence and Data Warehouse product.  While the majority of the detail is a rehash of PASS or BI conference announcements the last couple questions I found interesting.  Herain discusses some of the ways businesses can position themselves to take advantage of SQL Server 2010 once it is ready.

The shortened release cycle that has been introduced with SQL Server 2008 means that more companies need to keep their eye on the next versions to make sure they mitigate the learning curve necessary for migrations.  I’m going to try to do the same with this blog.  I feel it’s important to discuss current topics that will help others but I like a little future discussion too.  Happy reading.  :)

Aaron Bertrand has posted his wish list for the next version of SQL Server.  As usual, I'm in solid agreement with Aaron's post.

What's that you say?  A version just shipped?  I know, I know...but it's never too early to start asking for the functionality you want to see.  While I'm happy he included my Connect item for SQL Intellisense down-level support I really have hopes of it making a service pack for 2008.

So if you have the next killer feature floating around in your head don't wait until you run across a SQL product team person somewhere, go to Connect and make it a reality!