BizTalk Server 2006 R3 Announced
In case you haven't heard, it was formally announced that a new release of BizTalk Server 2006 is being planned to provide better support for Windows Server 2008, SQL Server 2008, and .NET Framework 3.5.
Here are the major highlights:
- New web service registry capabilities with support for UDDI (Universal Description Discovery and Integration) version 3.0
- Enhanced service enablement of applications (through new and enhanced adapters for LOB applications, databases, and legacy/host systems)
- Enhanced service enablement of “edge” devices through BizTalk RFID Mobile
- Enhanced interoperability and connectivity support for B2B protocols (like SWIFT, EDI, etc)
- SOA patterns and best practices guidance to assist our customer’s implementations
The major goodness will still have to wait for Oslo. :)