As a Microsoft MVP, I’ve witnessed firsthand the transformative power of technology in the realm of productivity. The June 2024 updates to Microsoft 365 Copilot are a beacon of innovation, and I’m eager to guide you through the enhancements that are redefining our digital workspace.
Admin and Management Enhancements
The democratization of Copilot across various Microsoft 365 plans marks a significant milestone. This strategic move ensures that organizations of all sizes can harness the efficiency of AI, fostering a culture of productivity and innovation. The integration of Copilot with Microsoft 365 Apps for business, Teams Essentials, and OneDrive for Business is a bold step towards inclusive technology.
Leaders and managers can now leverage Viva Insights to monitor Copilot adoption trends with greater precision. The introduction of trendline views and a dedicated Copilot Adoption PBI template empowers decision-makers to track engagement and formulate strategies to maximize Copilot’s potential within their teams.
The Copilot Deployment Kit, available through Viva Amplify, is a comprehensive resource that simplifies the promotion of Copilot adoption. With ready-to-use communications and campaign materials, advocating for Copilot’s integration into daily workflows has never been easier.
End-User Capabilities
The enhancements for end-users are equally impressive. SharePoint pages can now be effortlessly rewritten with Copilot’s assistance, ensuring content quality and engagement. The integration of Microsoft Designer with Copilot in Word and PowerPoint is a creative leap forward, enabling users to craft visually stunning documents with ease.
The Copilot for Sales plugin in Teams meetings is a revolutionary tool that provides real-time insights and data, enriching customer interactions and driving sales performance. Additionally, the Copilot Academy in Viva Learning has expanded its offerings to include hands-on prompt guidance, further refining user skills in leveraging Copilot’s capabilities.
A More Connected Experience
The expanded data structure support in Copilot for Excel is a standout feature, allowing users to engage with Copilot from any grid area. This enhancement makes data analysis more conversational and accessible, bridging the gap between users and complex data sets.
The ability to reference PDFs, specific emails, and meetings within Copilot for Word is a significant advancement, fostering a cohesive and integrated experience across the Microsoft 365 suite.
My Top 10 improvements
- Expanded availability of Copilot for Microsoft 365: Copilot can now be added to various Microsoft 365 plans, including Apps for business, Teams Essentials, and OneDrive for Business, making it more accessible to a wider range of users.
- Copilot adoption trends with Viva Insights: New trendline views on the Copilot Dashboard’s Adoption and Impact pages offer a six-month retrospective on user engagement and licensing.
- Copilot Adoption Power BI template: A new template in Viva Insights enables a deeper look into Copilot adoption within organizations, featuring dynamic date slicers and trendlines.
- Copilot Deployment Kit in Viva Amplify: This kit includes pre-drafted communications and campaign briefs to drive awareness and adoption of Copilot across Microsoft 365 apps.
- Copilot for Sales plugin in Teams meetings: A new plugin that surfaces data and insights from Copilot for Sales during customer meetings to enhance sellers’ efficiency.
- Hands-on prompt guidance in Copilot Academy in Viva Learning: New exercises from Copilot Lab help learners improve their Copilot skills within Viva Learning.
- Rewrite SharePoint pages with Copilot: Users can quickly rewrite text on SharePoint pages or news posts to ensure high-quality content engagement.
- Microsoft Designer integration with Copilot: AI-generated images or stock photos can be easily added to Word and PowerPoint documents starting in July.
- Transform messages and manage access to meeting artifacts with Copilot in Teams: Users can tailor messages in Teams chats or channels and control access to meeting recordings and transcripts.
- Expanded data structure support in Copilot for Excel: Copilot now works on data ranges resembling tables, allowing users to interact with Copilot from any grid area on a worksheet.
Conclusion
The June 2024 updates to Microsoft 365 Copilot are not merely a collection of new features; they represent a paradigm shift in how we interact with our digital tools. These enhancements are shaping a future where technology is not just a tool, but a collaborative partner in achieving our goals.
As we navigate this new era of productivity, let’s embrace the opportunities that Microsoft 365 Copilot presents. Together, we can redefine the boundaries of what’s possible in our work and beyond. Please feel free to reach out to [email protected] if you have any questions or require further information!