With the rapid evolution of technology, Microsoft 365 Copilot is emerging as a game-changer in business productivity. This advanced AI and machine learning platform can significantly boost your workflow, but its success hinges on the readiness and security of your data. Let’s explore what it takes to prep your data for Copilot and why it's crucial.
Understanding Microsoft 365 Copilot
Microsoft 365 Copilot is more than just a productivity tool; it's an intelligent, AI-driven assistant that works alongside you. Copilot harnesses your data with the aim to streamline tasks, provide insights, and support decision-making. The key to its effectiveness? Well-organized and accurately handled data.
The Importance of Data Security and Compliance
Data security and compliance take center stage when introducing an AI tool like Copilot into your environment. You can no longer assume that just because the data is 14 folders deep, it’s not accessible.
Copilot will surface everything your users can see, regardless of where it is saved. It's not just external threats to consider; managing who within your organization can access what data is equally important. Implementing strong access controls, like Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) with Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure Active Directory), ensures Copilot only works with the data it's supposed to, safeguarding against internal breaches.
Prioritizing the protection of sensitive data is critical. Employing techniques like encryption and data labeling and protection are essential for security. If you aren’t using the Microsoft Purview suite of security features, now is the time to start.
On top of that, getting ready for Copilot involves more than just technical preparations. It's about auditing current data practices, updating policies, and training your team. Cultivating a culture focused on security and data awareness is just as important.
Continuous Monitoring and Improvement
In the ever-evolving digital landscape, staying vigilant with data access and usage is crucial. As technology progresses, your data management and security approach should also adapt to align with new technologies and threats.
What’s next?
Data is the fuel for tools like Microsoft 365 Copilot. Ensuring it's properly organized, secure, and compliant is not just beneficial; it's essential. As we embrace AI-enhanced productivity, being proactive in data preparation is critical to leveraging these advanced technologies effectively.
Check how ready your data is today. If you're feeling uncertain, reach out to us at Synergy Technical! We are here to help.
Harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) in your organization with Microsoft 365 Copilot. If your organization wants to improve productivity by using Microsoft Copilot, Synergy Technical can help. Our Microsoft 365 Copilot Readiness Assessment will validate your organization's readiness for Copilot as well as provide recommendations for configuration changes prior to implementation. We'll help you make sure that your data is safe, secure, and ready for your Copilot deployment.
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