On January 15, 2025, Microsoft announced the launch of Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat, a new feature that adds pay-as-you-go agents to the existing free chat experience for Microsoft 365 commercial customers. This innovative feature aims to empower every employee with a Copilot and transform business processes with agents.
Key Features:
- Free, Secure AI Chat: Powered by GPT-4o, Copilot Chat provides a secure AI chat experience for all users.
- Pay-As-You-Go Agents: Agents are accessible directly within the chat and are priced on a metered basis, allowing organizations to scale their AI transformation.
- IT Controls: Includes enterprise data protection and agent management to ensure secure and efficient use.
How to Access:
To access Microsoft 365 Copilot or Copilot Chat, users should visit M365Copilot.com or download the Microsoft 365 Copilot app for Windows, iOS, and Android. The Microsoft 365 mobile app will transition to the Microsoft 365 Copilot name and icon.
Preparation:
- IT Admins: Pin Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat within the new Microsoft 365 Copilot app, Microsoft Teams, and Outlook for easy access.
- Resources: Utilize the updated Copilot Success Kit and the new Copilot Chat and Agent Starter Kit for guidance on enabling agent capabilities.
Learn More Here:
- Copilot for all: Introducing Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat: Copilot for all: Introducing Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat | Microsoft 365 Blog