Visio Professional 2010 takes diagramming to a bold new level with dynamic, data-driven visualization tools and templates, and advanced sharing through the Web. Bring the big-picture and real-time data from multiple sources, including Excel, Microsoft SQL Server, and SharePoint lists, together in one powerful diagram. Then see real-time changes to data right within your diagram, displayed through vibrant graphics such as icons, colors and data bars. Using SharePoint integration, you can now easily share your diagrams in real time with anyone, even those who don't own Visio.Diagram faster and better in Visio 2010 with a more intuitive user experience.Jump-start diagramming in Visio 2010 Backstage View with a variety of templates and sample diagrams.Click to enlarge.Dynamic, data-driven diagram in Visio 2010 created using Automatic Data Linking and Data Graphics.Click to enlarge.Dynamic, data-linked diagram shared in the browser using Visio Services and Sharepoint Server 2010 integration.Click to enlarge.Simplify Complexity With a Diverse Set of Intuitive, Professional Diagramming ToolsJump-Start DiagrammingMeet your diagramming needs for IT, business, process management, and more with modern pre-drawn shapes and intelligent templates.Find and Access the Tools You Need QuicklyEvery step in creating a diagram is more intuitive, with logical groupings of features in Ribbon tabs, an enhanced Shapes window for easy access to shapes, and a new status bar that helps you move more efficiently within and between your diagrams.Draw Diagrams FasterWhether you're creating a diagram from scratch or modifying an existing one, Visio 2010 helps you add and align shapes easily and accurately with features such as the Quick Shapes Mini Toolbar, Page Auto Size, and Auto Align & Space.Simplify Large and Complex DiagramsAdd clarity to diagrams using Subprocesses and Containers to group related shapes visually and logically.Make Your Diagrams Professional-Looking and Appealing in SecondsTake advantage of a range of formatting tools and design options, including modern shapes and visuals, a rich gallery of themes, and Live Preview.Model and Monitor Sharepoint WorkflowsCreate and monitor SharePoint workflows more easily with a new, advanced template that contains SharePoint workflow rules, and supports exporting and importing workflows between Microsoft SharePoint Designer 2010 and Visio 2010.Ensure Consistency and Accuracy With Diagram ValidationCheck for common errors and support diagramming standards across your organization using diagram validation. With one click, you can validate a diagram against a set of rules to make sure it's logical and properly constructed.Bring Your Diagrams to Life With Dynamic, Data-Driven VisualsGaining a clear and complete view of information that matters to your business requires both a high-level perspective and detailed data. With just a few clicks, Visio 2010 helps you see the entire picture by showing meaningful information and data graphically in a single, always up-to-date diagram.Easily connect your diagrams to one or more data sources including Microsoft Excel, SQL Server, and SharePoint Services, using the Data Selector and Automatic Link wizards.Display real-time data right within diagram shapes, based on conditions you define, using expressive graphics such as color, icons, symbols, and data bars. Then, add a legend to explain the meaning of your data-linked graphics.Keep the linked data in your diagrams up-to-date effortlessly using Automatic Refresh, which can refresh data automatically at specific time intervals you set.Share Dynamic, Data-Linked Diagrams With Others Through Their BrowserShare Diagrams With Others on the WebSharing your interactive, refreshable, data-linked diagrams with others is easier than ever. With just a few clicks, publish your diagram to SharePoint Server. Users can see your real-time information in their browsers at a high level, right on the diagram, or delve into the details--even if they don't own Visio.They can pan and zoom in the online diagram, follow hyperlinks in shapes, and refresh the data. Diagrams can be rendered in Microsoft Silverlight (high-fidelity) or in PNG format for those who don't have Silverlight.Create Visual Mashups Using Visio ServicesCreate visually compelling, interactive dashboards for your audience by combining Visio diagrams, real-time data, and different applications in SharePoint Server. Visio Services and SharePoint Server 2010 integration support visual mashups of actionable data and diagrams for an information-rich visual experience.Which Version of Microsoft Visio 2010 is Right for You? Visio StandardVisio ProfessionalVisio PremiumEasier diagram creation with modern templates, and automatic alignment and spacing.XXXIntuitive navigation with an updated user interface and Shapes window.XXXDynamic, data-driven shapes with links to real-time data and automatic refresh. XXDynamic web sharing with others via their browsers--even if they don't have Visio. XXNew process management tools for modeling business processes, including BPMN and SharePoint workflow.  XIntelligent validation for finding diagramming errors validated against business logic.  X