* What's New in BizTalk Server 2006 R3

The countdown for the release of BizTalk Server 2006 R3 has started. CTP is expected later this year and RTM planned in H1 CY09.

The main objective of the new release is to have a version enabled for Windows 2008, .NET 3.5 and SQL Server 2008.

Following are the new/enhanced features in BizTalk Server 2006 R3. See this link for full details BizTalk Server Platform Updates.

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 customer’s implementations.

Keep checking this blog for lot of content coming up on BizTalk.