Supercharge SharePoint Content Creation with Microsoft Copilot
Microsoft Copilot in SharePoint Online is transforming how organizations create and manage content. With AI-powered tools built directly into the SharePoint experience, users can now generate entire pages or add new sections using natural language prompts—dramatically reducing the time and effort required to deliver high-quality content. Whether you're in Corporate Communications, Training, or Documentation, Copilot empowers you to focus on strategy and storytelling while it handles the heavy lifting.Microsoft deployment blueprint - Address oversharing concerns for your M365 Copilot deployment
Optimized deployment leverages advanced compliance and automation capabilities available in Microsoft 365 E5. This episode outlines how E5 customers can proactively secure data and enhance Copilot performance.Microsoft 365 Copilot Learning Series On Demand
Welcome to the Microsoft 365 Copilot Learning Page! Each week hosts Darryl Rowe and Michael Gannotti will release a new training post for Microsoft 365 Copilot. Those posts can be seen on the blog home page at https://aka.ms/HLSBlog as well as below where posts are grouped according to application. Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat: Two Powerful Ways to Create Surveys with Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat | Microsoft Community Hub 7/24/2025 Copilot Prompt-Along-A-Thon Webinar 18/2025 Agents: Copilot as the UI for AI: Unifying the AI Experience in Microsoft 365 7/31/2025 Microsoft 365 Copilot Agents | Microsoft Community Hub 2/7/2025 Word: Empowering Organizational Learning and Communication with Microsoft 365 Copilot and Rich Media Content 7/11/2025 Leveraging the power of Microsoft 365 Copilot in Microsoft Word and Microsoft PowerPoint 1/27/2025 PowerPoint: Leveraging the power of Microsoft 365 Copilot for Outlook and Teams Recording | Microsoft Community Hub 1/13/2025 Excel: Revolutionizing Excel: How Copilot Simplifies Cell Formulas 8/21/2025 Get Started with Microsoft 365 Copilot in Excel 2/4/2025 Outlook: Leveraging the power of Microsoft 365 Copilot for Outlook and Teams Recording | Microsoft Community Hub 1/13/2025 Teams: Take Notes Automatically in In-Person Meetings with Microsoft Teams Mobile App & Facilitator Agent | Microsoft Community Hub 7/25/2025 Empowering Organizational Learning and Communication with Microsoft 365 Copilot and Rich Media Content 7/11/2025 Leveraging the power of Microsoft 365 Copilot for Outlook and Teams Recording | Microsoft Community Hub1/13/2025 OneNote: Loop: SharePoint: Empowering Rich Media Content Editing with Microsoft 365 Copilot: Streamlining Video and Audio Workflows 7/18/2025 Stream/Clipchamp: Effortless Video Sharing in Microsoft 365: Unlocking the Power of SharePoint Media Libraries 7/25/2025 Empowering Rich Media Content Editing with Microsoft 365 Copilot: Streamlining Video and Audio Workflows7/18/2025 Empowering Organizational Learning and Communication with Microsoft 365 Copilot and Rich Media Content 7/11/2025 Copilot Create: Empowering Organizational Learning and Communication with Microsoft 365 Copilot and Rich Media Content 7/11/2025 Copilot Notebooks: Copilot Pages: Forms: Two Powerful Ways to Create Surveys with Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat | Microsoft Community Hub 7/24/2025 Amplify: Engage: Learning: Management: Keeping Up with Microsoft 365 Copilot Changes | Microsoft Community Hub 7/25/2025 Upcoming in Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat – Apps Pinning 6/27/2025 HLS Copilot Nuggets Newsletter: 8/22/2025 8/1 2025 7/25/2025 7/18/2025 Resources for Microsoft 365 Copilot: HLS Copilot Nuggets Group on LinkedIn HLS Copilot Nuggets Newsletter Microsoft 365 Copilot Blog | Microsoft Community Hub Microsoft 365 Copilot – Microsoft Adoption Microsoft 365 Copilot documentation | Microsoft Learn Get started with Microsoft 365 Copilot - Training | Microsoft Learn Microsoft Copilot Academy now available to all Microsoft 365 Copilot users | Microsoft Community HubHow Copilot Can Save Us Energy
Let’s face it! Our homes are getting smarter, but our energy bills are getting dumber. If you’ve ever asked Alexa to dim the lights while binge watching your favorite show or told Google Home to crank up the AC during a heatwave, congratulations, you’ve officially joined the AI-powered energy club. But before you start blaming your smart speaker for your rising electricity costs, let’s talk about how Copilot can actually help you save energy (and maybe even your sanity).😁 First, the good news. Devices like Amazon Alexa and Google Home are not just glorified trivia machines, they’re energy-saving ninjas when used correctly. According to Tom’s Guide and SmartHomeMuse, setting up routines like "Alexa, I’m leaving, can you automatically turn off lights, lower thermostats, and shut down unnecessary devices?" Google Home can do the same, adjusting smart thermostats based on occupancy and weather forecasts. It’s like having a personal energy butler who never complains. And then there’s the Alexa Energy Dashboard. A nifty tool that tracks the power usage of connected devices. It’s like Fitbit for your fridge, letting you see which gadgets are guzzling electricity and which ones are behaving. Pair that with smart plugs and solar panel integration, and you’ve got a recipe for serious savings. Even Alexa’s 'Hunches' feature can detect when you’re away and shut things down automatically. Smart, right? 👍 But here’s the plot twist: these devices can also be energy vampires. According to Harvard Magazine and SFGATE, the 'always-on' nature of smart assistants means they’re constantly listening, syncing, and updating. Even when you’re not talking to them. That persistent power draw adds up, especially in homes with multiple devices. The Amazon Echo, for example, has no battery and must be plugged in 24/7. It’s like having a roommate who never sleeps and always leaves the lights on. Internal reports like the Amazon 2020 Sustainability Report and Alexa usage studies show that frequent users often have entire ecosystems of smart devices lights, thermostats, speakers, and more, all connected and consuming energy. Without proper optimization, your smart home could become a not-so-smart drain on your wallet. So, what’s the solution? Enter Copilot. By leveraging AI to automate energy-saving routines, monitor device usage, and suggest optimizations, Copilot can help you strike the perfect balance between convenience and conservation. Think of it as your energy-saving sidekick. Always watching, always learning, and never judging you for asking Alexa to play 'Eye of the Tiger' at 2 a.m. In conclusion, smart assistants are a double-edged sword. They can save you energy if used wisely or sneakily inflate your bills if left unchecked. With Copilot in your corner, you can harness the power of AI to make your home smarter, greener, and a little less expensive. And hey, if it also helps you win trivia night, that’s just a bonus. 😉Microsoft deployment blueprint - Address oversharing concerns for your M365 Copilot deployment
In regulated industries, internal oversharing can compromise data integrity and Copilot effectiveness. This episode defines what “Foundational” means for Microsoft 365 E3 customers and outlines actionable steps to mitigate oversharing risks during Copilot deployment.Mastering Agent Governance in Microsoft 365
The "Mastering Agent Governance in Microsoft 365" series is based on the Administering and Governing Agents whitepaper published by Microsoft and designed to educate IT leaders, compliance officers, and decision-makers about the importance of governance for AI agents in Microsoft 365, particularly in highly regulated industries like Healthcare and Life Sciences (HLS). The six-episode series cover the growing role of agents, the risks of unmanaged agents, and the strategic importance of governance frameworks. Empowering innovation while protecting patient data and ensuring compliance In the age of AI-powered productivity, agents—automated digital assistants built with tools like Microsoft 365 Copilot, SharePoint, and Copilot Studio—are transforming how work gets done. From streamlining clinical documentation to automating regulatory reporting, agents are becoming indispensable in Healthcare and Life Sciences (HLS). But with great power comes great responsibility. Why Governance Can’t Be an Afterthought In highly regulated industries like HLS, where data sensitivity and compliance are paramount, the rise of autonomous agents introduces new risks: Unauthorized data access could expose protected health information (PHI). Unmonitored agent behavior could lead to regulatory violations. Lack of lifecycle controls could result in outdated or insecure agents operating in production environments. Agent governance isn’t just an IT concern—it’s a business imperative. It ensures that innovation doesn’t outpace compliance, and that every agent deployed aligns with organizational policies, security standards, and regulatory frameworks like HIPAA, GDPR, and FDA 21 CFR Part 11. Understanding the Agent Landscape Microsoft 365 supports a spectrum of agent creators: End Users using SharePoint or Copilot templates to automate simple tasks. Makers building more complex agents in Copilot Studio. Developers crafting sophisticated, enterprise-grade agents with Azure AI and Teams Toolkit. Each persona requires a different level of oversight. For example, a clinical researcher using SharePoint to build a data retrieval agent may need minimal governance, while a developer building a patient-facing chatbot must adhere to strict data protection and validation protocols. Governance in Action Microsoft provides a layered governance model: Tool Controls: Define what agent creators can do within tools like Copilot Studio and SharePoint. Content Controls: Ensure agents only access data they’re authorized to use, leveraging Microsoft Purview for sensitivity labeling and DLP. Agent Management: Monitor usage, enforce lifecycle policies, and block non-compliant agents via the Microsoft 365 Admin Center. This framework allows organizations to empower innovation while maintaining control—critical in environments where patient safety and regulatory compliance are non-negotiable. The Business Case for Governance For HLS organizations, agent governance delivers tangible benefits: Reduced compliance risk through proactive policy enforcement. Improved operational efficiency by enabling safe automation. Greater trust from patients, regulators, and internal stakeholders. In short, governance is the foundation that allows agents to scale safely and sustainably.New Copilot Features coming to Mac
If you're a Mac user in healthcare, I've got some exciting news to share with you. Microsoft has introduced some fantastic new Copilot experiences for Mac, specifically within Microsoft Outlook. If you're already a fan of Copilot in Teams, on the web, and other places, you're going to love these updates. Let's dive into the details! What's New? The same amazing Copilot experience that you're used to in Teams and other Microsoft applications is now available in Microsoft Outlook for Mac. You can find the Copilot app directly in the left app bar of Outlook, alongside your contacts and calendars. This makes it incredibly convenient to access Copilot's powerful features right from your email client. Unified Experience Across Applications With these new features, you can start accessing Copilot directly from the Outlook app, just like you can in other Microsoft applications. This unified experience ensures that you have consistent access to Copilot's capabilities, no matter which app you're using. Preview and Rollout These new features are currently in preview and will be rolling out globally this month, January 2025. If you're an admin, make sure to pay attention to your application update rings so you can start testing these features before they roll out to all users. Install Copilot as an App Through Your Browser For those who prefer a dedicated app experience, I've got you covered. I'll show you how to install Copilot as an app on your Mac using Edge, Chrome, and Safari. This approach leverages the "install as an app" and "add to dock" features, giving you a dedicated Copilot application right at your fingertips. How to Install Copilot as an App Edge: Go to the URL you want to create an app from, click the menu, and select "Install this site as an app." Give it a name and hit install. Chrome: Similar to Edge, navigate to the URL, click the menu, and select "Install this site as an app." Safari: Go to the URL, click "File" at the top, and select "Add to Dock." Give it a name and hit add. The new Microsoft Copilot experience on Mac is designed to make your life easier and more productive and help get things done! I hope you find these new features as exciting as I do. ***The article has been updated to accurately reflect the current status of feature launches. The features mentioned above are in preview, while other features are still under development.***
Elevating care management analytics with Copilot for Power BI
Healthcare data solutions care management analytics capability offers a comprehensive template using the medallion Lakehouse architecture to unify and analyze diverse data sets of meaningful insights. This enables enhanced care coordination, improved patient outcomes, and scalable, sustainable insights. As the healthcare industry faces rising costs and growing demand for personalized care, data and AI are becoming critical tools. Copilot for Power BI leads this shift, blending AI-driven insights with advanced visualization to revolutionize care delivery. What is Copilot for Power BI? Copilot is an AI-powered assistant embedded directly into Power BI, Microsoft's interactive data visualization platform. By leveraging natural language processing and machine learning, Copilot helps users interact with their data more intuitively whether by asking questions in plain English, generating complex calculations, or uncovering patterns that might otherwise go unnoticed. Copilot for Power BI is embedded within healthcare data solutions, allowing care management—one of its core capabilities—to harness these AI-driven insights. In the context of care management analytics, this means turning a sea of clinical, claims, and operational data into actionable insights without needing to write a single line of code. This empowers teams across all technical levels to gain value from data. Driving better outcomes through intelligent insights in care management analytics The Care Management Analytics solution, built on the Healthcare data solutions platform, leverages Power BI with Copilot embedded directly within it. Here’s how Copilot for Power BI is revolutionizing care management: Enhancing decision-making with AI Traditionally, deriving insights from healthcare data required technical expertise and hours of analysis. Copilot simplifies this by allowing care managers and clinicians to ask questions like “Analyze which medical conditions have the highest cost and prevalence in low-income regions.” The AI interprets these queries and responds with visualizations, trends, and predictions—empowering faster, data-driven decisions. Proactive care planning By analyzing historical and real-time data, Copilot helps identify at-risk patients before complications arise. This enables care teams to intervene earlier, design more personalized care plans, and ultimately improve outcomes while reducing unnecessary hospitalizations. Operational efficiency From staffing models to resource allocation, Copilot provides visibility into operational metrics that can drive significant efficiency gains. Healthcare leaders can quickly identify bottlenecks, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and simulate “what-if” scenarios, enabling more i nformed, data-backed decisions on care delivery models. Reducing costs without compromising quality Cost containment is a constant challenge in healthcare. By highlighting areas of high spend and correlating them with clinical outcomes, Copilot empowers organizations to optimize care pathways and eliminate inefficiencies ensuring patients receive the right care at the right time, without waste. Democratizing data access Perhaps one of the most transformative aspects of Copilot is how it democratizes access to analytics. Non-technical users from care coordinators to nurse managers can interact with dashboards, explore data, and generate insights independently. This cultural shift encourages a more data-literate workforce and fosters collaboration across teams. Real-world impact Consider a healthcare system leveraging Power BI and Copilot to manage chronic disease populations more effectively. By combining claims data, social determinants of health (SDoH) indicators, and patient-reported outcomes, care teams can gain a comprehensive view of patient needs- enabling more coordinated care and proactively identifying care gaps. With these insights, organizations can launch targeted outreach initiatives that reduce avoidable emergency department (ED) visits, improve medication adherence, and ultimately enhance outcomes. The future is here The integration of Copilot for Power BI marks a pivotal moment for healthcare analytics. It bridges the gap between data and action, bringing AI to the frontlines of care. As the industry continues to embrace value-based care models, tools like Copilot will be essential in achieving the triple aim: better care, lower costs, and improved patient experience. Copilot is more than a tool — it is a strategic partner in you care transformation journey. Deployment of care management analytics Showcasing how a Population Health Director uncovers actionable insights through Copilot Note: To fully leverage the capabilities of the solution, please follow the deployment steps provided and use the sample data included with the Healthcare Data Solution. For more information on care management analytics, please review our detailed documentation and get started with transforming your healthcare data landscape today Overview of care management analytics - Microsoft Cloud for Healthcare | Microsoft Learn Deploy and analyze using Care management analytics - Training | Microsoft Learn. Medical device disclaimer: Microsoft products and services (1) are not designed, intended or made available as a medical device, and (2) are not designed or intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or judgment and should not be used to replace or as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or judgment. Customers/partners are responsible for ensuring solutions comply with applicable laws and regulations.
HIPAA Compliant Web Content Queries with Microsoft 365 Copilot
In this video I show Healthcare providers how to provide secure, HIPAA compliant, access to web based content like the CDC, NIH, and more… even when web search is disabled for Copilot! The secret sauce is in the use of the Enterprise Websites cloud Microsoft Graph connector.
