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Microsoft 365 Copilot Smart Start

Prepare Your Organization for AI-Driven Productivity

Start Your Copilot Journey

Bring Together AI & Microsoft 365 With Confidence

 

Without a secure and structured environment, Microsoft 365 Copilot won’t deliver the productivity gains you expect. Security gaps and disorganized data can lead to inefficiencies and compliance risks.

ProArch’s Microsoft 365 Copilot Smart Start provides a clear roadmap to strengthen security, optimize data governance, and set Copilot up for maximum impact from day one.

Be Ready to Reap the Benefits of Microsoft 365 Copilot

Define Copilot use cases that align with your business goals

Ensure Microsoft 365 security, compliance, and governance policies are in place

Fine tune the Microsoft 365 environment —configuration, backups, and licensing

Drive user adoption with a tailored adoption plan and resources

What’s Included in Microsoft 365 Copilot Smart Start

  • Security Assessment: Evaluate existing security protocols, identify vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Data Governance Gap Analysis: Review current data governance policies and identify gaps that could impact Copilot’s effectiveness.
  • License Optimization Review: Assess Microsoft 365 licensing usage and costs to ensure efficient allocation and cost-effectiveness.
  • Policy Development for Copilot Usage: Establish internal governance policies, including data access controls and AI compliance guidelines.
  • Adoption Strategy & Roadmap: Define clear Copilot use cases and a structured plan for training, governance, and integration.

Everything You Need for a Secure AI-ready Copilot Deployment

  • Readiness Assessment Report: A complete evaluation of your Microsoft 365 security, governance, and infrastructure.
  • Strategic Recommendations: Actionable insights for optimizing Copilot integration, licensing, and security.
  • Implementation Plan: A step-by-step roadmap for seamless Copilot deployment and adoption.
  • Copilot Governance & Security Framework: Policies and guidelines to ensure compliance and secure operations.
  • Training & Adoption Resources: User guides, best practices, and structured training plans.
  • Post-Implementation Review: Evaluation of Copilot’s performance, adoption success, and areas for further optimization.

Get Microsoft 365 Copilot Up and Running

Seamless deployment and integration of Microsoft 365 Copilot with minimal disruption.

Copilot Deployment & Implementation

We handle licensing, user provisioning, data governance, security configurations, and customizations for a smooth rollout.

User Adoption & Training

A comprehensive training program ensures your team understands how to use Copilot effectively and maximize AI-driven productivity.

Make the Most of Microsoft 365 Copilot - Know If It’s Worth the Investment.

 

Copilot for Microsoft 365 FAQs

Why prepare for Microsoft 365 Copilot when I can start using it now?

Achieving the levels of unmatched productivity that Microsoft 365 Copilot promises requires careful coordination between business units, a structured approach to information management, and sound security policies.

Does Microsoft 365 Copilot work ‘out of the box’?

Does Copilot function upon deployment? Yes. Will it work the way you want it to? Probably not.

How your data is classified and stored plays a big role. For example, when you do a query Copilot is going to search all the documents accessible to you. The problem for a lot of organizations is information is shared at will, not classified correctly, or stored in the wrong place. So, Copilot may come back with information that doesn’t belong to you. In addition to sound information management, Microsoft 365 Copilot requires technical configuration and security and governance policies before users can be licensed and use it.

What is the cost of ProArch’s Microsoft 365 Copilot Readiness Assessment?

Depending on your environment and use case, the Microsoft 365 Copilot Readiness Check starts around $15,000.

This does not include the cost of Copilot for Microsoft 365, which is $30 per user per month with an annual commitment and up-front payment ($360 per user). While this may seem like a high cost, the value of your own personal AI is priceless. It is estimated that AI can have a 30%-80% positive impact on performance.

What is the timeline of the Microsoft 365 Copilot Readiness Assessment?

Depending on your requirements and Cloud adoption, the engagement will take 4-6 calendar weeks.

What is Copilot for Microsoft 365?

Copilot for Microsoft 365 is an AI-powered tool that integrates into Microsoft 365 apps and is engineered to streamline productivity, stimulate creativity, and enhance organizational skills.

When will Copilot for Microsoft 365 be released?

As of January 16, 2024, Copilot for Microsoft 365 is generally available to businesses of all sizes.

What does Copilot for Microsoft 365 cost?

Copilot for Microsoft 365 pricing is $360 per user per year. Unlike other Microsoft licensing, Copilot for Microsoft 365 requires an annual commitment and up-front payment. 

While this may seem like a high cost, the value of your own personal AI can’t be bought. Microsoft Copilot (formerly Bing Chat Enterprise) is included at no additional cost.

Do all users need a Microsoft 365 Copilot license?

Only users with business needs should be licensed for Microsoft 365 Copilot. Microsoft Copilot (formerly Bing Chat Enterprise) will be available to all users if allowed by policy. Work with a top Microsoft partner like ProArch to figure out what user groups should use Copilot.

What is the difference between Windows Copilot and Microsoft 365 Copilot?

Windows Copilot, which brings Microsoft's AI expertise to the core of Windows 11, adds a chatbot for the general operating system. In contrast, Microsoft 365 Copilot, which brings AI assistance to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and beyond and can expose the information in your corporate chats, emails, and office documents.

What are the licensing requirements for Copilot for Microsoft 365?

Microsoft 365 Copilot is available as an add-on to the following SKUs:

  • Microsoft 365 E3 & E5
  • Microsoft 365 Business Standard
  • Microsoft 365 Business Premium
  • Office 365 E3 & E5

Let’s prepare your 365 environment for a successful Copilot rollout