April 23, 2024

The Benefits of Adopting Microsoft Copilot

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In the cut-throat arena of business and profits, innovation is the currency that separates the thriving from the merely surviving. Enter Copilot, Microsoft’s AI-powered “companion” offering that’s causing a stir across industries.


In a future blog post we will list some potential downsides to adopting Copilot, but make no mistake about it – savvy businesses are buzzing about Copilot. Here is why:

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Enhanced Employee Productivity

In any organization that wishes to survive and thrive, productivity is paramount. Copilot steps in as a reliable digital “companion,” offering real-time assistance to employees throughout the workday. Here’s mainly how the productivity gains are delivered:

  • Automated Tasks: Copilot streamlines repetitive processes, allowing employees to focus on high-value tasks. Whether it’s formatting documents, creating spreadsheets, or scheduling meetings, Copilot provides step-by-step guidance, reducing manual effort. This benefit is much-needed as we all are drowning in repetitive tasks in our day-to-day work lives.
  • Higher-Level Thinking: By handling routine tasks, Copilot frees up mental bandwidth for bigger and better goals. Employees can channel their creativity and problem-solving skills toward strategic initiatives, innovation, and client interactions.

Seamless Integration with Tools You Already Use

Small businesses that already rely on Microsoft 365 Apps for day-to-day operations can add Copilot without disrupting established workflows:

  • In-App Assistance: Copilot integrates seamlessly with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams. Users receive context-aware suggestions directly within these applications. It’s like having an expert colleague right alongside you.
  • Augmented IT Support: Copilot is a great help with users who need a bit of informed help as they routinely use the M365 suite. Copilot provides immediate assistance within familiar tools, which is very useful. For the staff member who doesn’t want to “call IT support” with a simple mail merge question, for example, they can get instant help from Copilot.

Tailored Solutions for Small Businesses

Every organization is unique in some way, and Copilot’s flexibility makes it a bit of a “Swiss Army Knife” that can help in almost any setting:

  • Adaptability: Copilot can be tailored to fit specific requirements. Whether you’re a boutique marketing agency, a family-owned restaurant, or a tech startup, Copilot adapts to your context.
  • Personal Approach: Unlike “one size fits all” support structures, Copilot focuses on individual users. It understands their preferences, work patterns, and challenges, providing personalized solutions. Software couldn’t do this well in the past, but AI makes it possible today.

Fostering Self-Sufficient Employees

Empowering employees to troubleshoot common issues independently is crucial:

  • Context-Aware Solutions: Copilot provides step-by-step guidance based on the user’s context. Whether it’s fixing a formula in Excel or configuring email rules, users become more self-sufficient with a bit of help from Copilot.
  • Culture of Independence: By fostering on-the-spot guidance, Copilot reduces roadblocks. An employee who doesn’t understand a particular software feature can spin their wheels far too long on finding an answer. Copilot prevents these costly diversions by providing contextual guidance.

Is Copilot right for your organization? That’s a question only you can answer, but we are happy to meet with you any time to walk through that decision with you!  

Tony Valle

Tony Valle is a founding partner at Promethius and manages the business development side of our business. Earlier in his career, Tony was a Programmer/Analyst for Northern Trust in Chicago, supporting a system that processed about $40 billion in transactions per day. Tony's talents are a unique blend of highly technical and highly creative, which makes him a powerful force in the IT world. In his personal life, Tony enjoys writing music, playing piano and guitar, and studying history. His son Louis is 8 years old and also likes to play piano and guitar.

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