SQL Server Standard is a complete data management and business intelligence platform, providing best-in-class ease of use and manageability for running departmental applications. Ease of Use Reduce operational and development overhead with an easy-to-use database platform for small- to medium-scale database solutions. Manageability Manage departmental applications effectively with intuitive management tools and automated administration. Reporting and Analytics Gain insights and enhance decision-making through built-in analysis and reporting technologies. Key Usage Scenarios - Departmental applications requiring best-in-class manageability and ease of use - Small to medium scale online transaction processing (OLTP) applications - Decision Support Systems requiring basic reporting and analytics