Episode 394 – Prepare your Microsoft 365 Tenant for Copilot Success

10 snips

Jan 30, 2025

Discover how to prepare your Microsoft 365 tenant for Copilot, focusing on licensing options like E3 and E5. Learn about the importance of compatibility with Microsoft 365 apps, OneDrive, Teams, and Outlook. Explore the data protection architecture to secure sensitive information and avoid oversharing. Delve into the integration of SharePoint Advanced Management for better collaboration. Stay updated on the new Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat initiative and the role of AI in transforming business workflows.

Ask episode

AI Snips

Chapters

Transcript

Episode notes

ADVICE

Tenant Readiness for Copilot

Prepare your Microsoft 365 tenant for Copilot by considering licensing and workload compatibility.
Ensure consistent experiences and address data protection aspects.

INSIGHT

Copilot Licensing Changes

Microsoft 365 Copilot licensing has been updated, integrating features into existing licenses.
This offers free and consumption-based tiers, changing the cost model.

ADVICE

Data Readiness for Copilot

Leverage SharePoint Advanced Management, included with Copilot, to assess and manage data sharing.
Clean up excessive organizational-wide links to improve data governance.

Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode

Get the app

Welcome to Episode 394 of the Microsoft Cloud IT Pro Podcast. In this episode, we explore everything you need to know to get your Microsoft 365 tenant ready for Copilot. From licensing requirements to deployment best practices, we break down the steps to ensure a seamless setup.Key topics include:

Understanding Copilot licensing, including E3, E5, and Business Premium options.
Ensuring compatibility with Microsoft 365 Apps, OneDrive, Teams, and Outlook.
Exploring Copilot’s data protection and auditing architecture to safeguard sensitive information and prevent oversharing.
Integrating SharePoint Advanced Management (SAM), now included with Copilot, to enhance collaboration and control.
Leveraging Microsoft’s Copilot Control System for managing prompts, sensitivity labels, and security posture.

We also cover the newly announced Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat initiative and the evolving role of AI-driven collaboration tools in business workflows. Whether you’re an IT admin or a decision-maker, this episode provides the insights you need to deploy Copilot successfully and harness its full potential.Don’t miss this comprehensive guide to preparing your organization for the future of AI-powered productivity!

Your support makes this show possible! Please consider becoming a premium member for access to live shows and more. Check out our membership options.

Show Notes

About the sponsors

Would you like to become the irreplaceable Microsoft 365 resource for your organization? Let us know!