Like many organizations, our team is exploring the use of Microsoft Copilot and finding new things that it can do to improve our work and workflow at KnowledgeWave.
Microsoft Copilot is revolutionizing the way people work by seamlessly integrating advanced AI into everyday tasks. Copilot can automate routine processes, provide intelligent insights, and enhance decision-making, enabling employees to focus on more strategic and creative aspects of their job roles. The integration of Copilot into various Microsoft applications is not only boosting productivity but also fostering a more collaborative and efficient work environment.
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It isn’t cheap, at $360 per user annually. To demystify the $30 a month price tag, Microsoft currently requires you to purchase the full 12-month subscription up front for each user...so much for spreading out the cost! Additionally, Microsoft now syncs licensing to renew on the same date, so you can get a prorated purchase the first time, but you will have a recurring annual bill for all your Copilot licensing upon renewal. So, a bit more of a commitment than just $30 a month.
Don’t worry, you probably don’t need a license for every user. Employees whose roles are primarily administrative and involve repetitive tasks or users who only occasionally use Microsoft applications for work may not benefit enough to justify the spend.
Who can benefit from Copilot? Those who are involved in data analysis, research, project managers, creative professionals and IT professionals are some user types that may best benefit from a Copilot license. Most companies we are working with start with a handful of test users. Most users who try Copilot are realizing the ROI is well worth the spend.
KnowledgeWave created a short Did You Know video that highlights some of the things that Copilot can do. Feel free to share the link with your colleagues. We also recommend revisiting the Copilot Lab regularly as they add tips and new prompt examples.
Don’t Forget the Training
Training is a critical component of a successful Copilot deployment. It ensures that users are well-equipped to utilize the full potential of the AI assistant, understand its capabilities, and integrate it effectively into their daily tasks. KnowledgeWave offers live Microsoft Copilot training in an affordable webinar format and offers ongoing webinars showcasing the new functionality of AI across the Microsoft 365 toolkit. We also offer OnDemand content that can be accessed as part of our learning site or licensed for your LMS.
Who do we train?
We offer all our training directly to businesses; we work with you to understand your specific requirements and tailor a training plan to meet your goals. That may be one training session, or several, or a monthly recurring series. KnowledgeWave also delivers our training sessions for our Channel Partners; Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Cloud Solution Providers (CSPs). These events enable our Channel Partners to impart valuable knowledge and awareness to their clients. When KnowledgeWave conducts Microsoft Copilot training on behalf of MSPs/CSPs, it can lead to enhanced engagements with their customers.
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An Introduction to Microsoft Copilot
Duration: 50-Minute + 10-minute Q & A
Skill Level: Beginner. Introducing Microsoft Copilot. Copilot is an AI-powered productivity assistant from Microsoft that is integrated into Bing and Microsoft 365 applications. In this session, we will introduce you to Copilot and its connection to AI. You will learn the art of the prompt and all about the free features available through Bing, including asking questions, language translation, writing assistance, and coding help. We will also highlight Copilot across Microsoft 365 and share examples of how business professionals are using the paid versions of Copilot in their workflow.
These next sessions are specific to Copilot within the various applications. Sessions are scheduled in 30-minute blocks and allow for Q & A at the end of each session.
Copilot in Microsoft Word
Skill Level: Beginner. Enhance your Microsoft Word experience with Microsoft 365 Copilot, your advanced assistant beyond traditional search. Learn how to use Copilot in Microsoft Word to create, edit, and summarize your documents faster and easier. We will show you how Copilot can help you start writing, improve your text, and generate a summary. We will also show you how Copilot can help you query your document to search, filter, and analyze. Learn all this and more.
Copilot in Microsoft Outlook
Skill Level: Beginner. Discover how to leverage Copilot in Microsoft Outlook. Copilot can assist you in drafting quick responses, scheduling meetings, and summarizing lengthy email threads. Join us to embrace the power of Copilot in Outlook to streamline your communication and enhance your productivity.
Copilot in Microsoft PowerPoint
Skill Level: Beginner. Copilot in Microsoft PowerPoint can help you design professional and engaging presentations. With Copilot, you can get suggestions for layout, content, images, icons, and themes based on your topic. We will also demonstrate how you can use Copilot to insert relevant data and charts from Excel or other sources, and how to generate captions and summaries for your slides.
Using Copilot to Create Images
Skill Level: Beginner. Copilot can generate images from natural language descriptions. You can use this feature to create visuals for your projects, presentations, or social media posts, without needing any design skills or software. All you need is a clear and concise description of what you want to create, and Copilot will do the rest. Join us for a demonstration of image creation using Copilot.
Copilot in Microsoft Excel
Skill Level: Beginner. Unlock the power of data with Copilot in Microsoft Excel. Learn how Copilot can assist you in performing complex data analysis with ease, whether you're working with large datasets or simple tables. We'll show you how Copilot can help you automate repetitive tasks, generate formulas, and create visualizations such as charts and pivot tables. Discover how Copilot can summarize data, identify trends, and even provide predictive analysis, making your work faster and more insightful.
Call us today to discuss your training needs around Copilot for Microsoft 365. 1-800-831-8449