Choosing and installing SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) is only the first step in satisfying the bevy of report consumers in your organization. Now, you need to

produce dazzling reports that use advanced features for displaying data in the myriad ways users want—and still get your other work done. Here are some tips and tricks for efficiently creating valuable, flexible reports that perform well, plus a sampling of some third-party tools you can use to extend SSRS's functionality.