On November 19, 2024, Microsoft Ignite kicked off in Chicago, showcasing a series of innovations focused on artificial intelligence (AI), security, and cloud technologies.

Artificial Intelligence and Copilot:

Microsoft introduced new AI tools known as “agents” that can autonomously handle tasks like customer returns and invoice management. These agents aim to boost productivity and streamline business processes.

Security and Data Governance:

The company announced updates to Microsoft Purview to enhance data governance with AI. Additionally, a $4 million prize pool competition was launched to identify vulnerabilities in AI and cloud services.

Cloud Technology and Infrastructure:

Microsoft unveiled the Windows 365 Link, a device enabling quick access to cloud PCs with dual 4K monitor support and modern connectivity standards. This solution is designed to enhance hybrid work and strengthen corporate data security.

Презентація Microsoft Ignite 2024

Partner Solutions:

Dell announced new AI and cybersecurity solutions, including APEX File Storage and Copilot services for Azure, highlighting the importance of partnerships among tech giants.

Microsoft Ignite 2024 highlighted the company’s commitment to innovations aimed at enhancing productivity, security, and business process efficiency through cutting-edge technologies.

Microsoft 365 Copilot: Top Announcements from Ignite!

This article covers the latest updates to Microsoft 365 Copilot, presented at the Microsoft Ignite 2024 conference. The focus is on new features, licensing, and future capabilities that enhance business process efficiency.

Key Updates:

Integration of SharePoint Advanced Management

What’s New:

  • Advanced Management functionality is now included in the standard Microsoft 365 Copilot license.

  • Simplifies secure data access, resolves the issue of “excessive sharing” of files, and improves access control.

Why It Matters:

  • Provides organizations with greater confidence in data security, reducing risks associated with sensitive information access.

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2. New Built-in Agents for Microsoft 365 Copilot

Features:

  • 1. Facilitator:

    Automatically generates meeting notes, allowing all participants to edit them in real time.

  • 2. Employee Self-Service:

    – Enables employees to get answers to common queries (e.g., vacation days, company policies).

    – Uses data from internal systems (SharePoint, HR platforms).

Implementation:

  • Integrates with organizational databases and files.

  • Connects with PowerPoint, Word, and even Power Automate to create interactive experiences.

Нові агенти Microsoft 365 Copilot

Copilot Actions: Process Automation

Functionality:

  • A new set of templates for automating actions like data collection or sending updates.

  • Leverages Loop components to create interactive forms that enable team collaboration.

Benefits:

  • Transforms routine tasks into more dynamic processes, saving time and resources.

  • Integrates with Power Automate but offers enhanced contextual data analysis capabilities.

Copilot Pages: Collaboration via Loop

What It Is:

  • Copilot Pages allow users to transfer data from Copilot chats into pages for further collaboration.

  • Supports adding charts, diagrams, and working on a single project with colleagues.

Updates:

  • Support for multiple pages across various tasks.

  • Creation of interactive diagrams and real-time collaborative editing.

Updates in Microsoft 365 Applications:

Teams:

  • Real-time analysis of screen content during meetings.

  • Automatic generation of summaries for files and chats.

Outlook:

  • Prioritization of Inbox: Intelligent analysis of email importance based on your role, managers, and clients.

  • Meeting Automation: Scheduling time for meetings or focus work.

Word:

  • Improved Document Generator: Uses data from various sources (PDFs, emails, meeting notes).

  • Citation of Sources: Automatically credits used sources.

  • Editing Mode: Offers suggestions to improve document style through “coaching.”

PowerPoint:

  • Presentation Creation: Uses existing files to build structured presentations.

  • Multilingual Support: Translates presentations into 40 languages.

  • Brand Templates: Supports templates with branded elements.

Excel:

  • Template Generation: Automatically creates tables for popular scenarios.

  • Python in Excel: Enhances analytics functionality (currently available in the US only).

Implementation Tools:

Copilot Dashboard:

  • Monitors deployment, analyzes usage, and evaluates productivity impact.

Prompt Gallery:

  • A library of prompts to optimize Copilot usage.

Key Takeaways and Significance:

Integration of Advanced Management into SharePoint:

  • Creates a secure collaboration environment.

  • Resolves key issues of security and trust in technology.

Copilot Actions – A Revolution in Automation:

  • Combines automation with intelligent agents to create a unique tool.

  • Simplifies complex workflows into convenient automated scenarios.

Copilot in Word – A User Favorite:

  • The ability to create documents from multiple sources significantly boosts productivity.

  • Integration with Microsoft Graph enables the maximum use of resources for creating reports, strategies, and project documentation.

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