Microsoft Copilot \u2014 the software giant\u2019s large-language model (LLM) generative AI tool \u2014 is here, and it\u2019s already changing how people work. But as you might expect, rolling out a tool like Microsoft Copilot that accesses data from across the full suite requires some homework.<\/p>\n
In this blog series, three of our AI<\/a> and Change Management<\/a> experts examine the three most important aspects of successful Copilot deployment<\/a>: security, data and people.<\/p>\n Read on for a brief synopsis of what each blog in the series covers, then click through for the full story.<\/strong><\/p>\n Intimidated? Don’t be. As our experts show, you can break each area down into step-by-step approaches that have led to countless successful Microsoft adoptions. While Copilot differs in some ways, these tried-and-true principles will set you on a path toward quickly realizing the benefits of this powerful AI resource<\/a>.<\/p>\n Part 1: Strategic Readiness:<\/a> Copilot is not one thing, but many things \u2014 and your organization may not need them all. In fact, not everyone in your organization may need Copilot, which makes determining the needs of your organization and people the first step of any Copilot strategy. Once you know your needs, you will make smarter decisions about budget and the scope of change you must prepare for.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Part 2: Data Hygiene and Security<\/a>: Copilot includes many security features, but you must prepare your data for the safest and most successful deployment. Redundant, outdated and trivial data (aka, “Data ROT”) are not your friends. Fortunately, Microsoft Purview<\/a> is a customizable tool that can clean up your data while reassuring employees that their critical documents won’t disappear overnight.<\/p>\n Part 3: Adoption and Enablement<\/a>: All your work on strategy and data may be in vain if you leave out your people. Make no doubt about it: Copilot will change the way your employees work, and it\u2019s your job to listen to their concerns and address them with a combination of AI literacy, communication, education and training. Start by getting your leadership on board, and then strive to make Copilot adoption an ongoing process, not a one-and-done.<\/p>\nRead the Series<\/h2>\n