The document discusses new features in SQL Server 2008 for business intelligence (BI). It highlights new capabilities in SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS) for online analytical processing (OLAP) cubes and data mining. New features are also discussed for SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), SharePoint integration, and Excel integration. The document provides an agenda and objectives for understanding what's new in SQL 2008 for BI and focuses on performance, usability, and simplified configuration and management.