In a high-profile event, Microsoft made waves by unveiling major announcements, showcasing its technological prowess in the form of an AI revolution. The spotlight was on Copilot integration, a feature set to be seamlessly incorporated across all Microsoft services and products. The unveiling included the highly anticipated Bing Chat Enterprise and an innovative addition to Microsoft 365, named Microsoft 365 Copilot.
Bing Chat Enterprise is a testament to Microsoft’s commitment to data protection. Building upon the foundation of Microsoft Copilot, this service adds an extra layer of commercial data protection. The company ensures businesses and organizations using Bing Chat Enterprise need not worry about data storage or usage for training large language models (LLMs). For businesses keen on leveraging Bing Chat Enterprise, it’s a standalone service at a competitive rate of $5 per user per month. Bing Chat Enterprise is also bundled into the Microsoft 365 E3 and Microsoft 365 E5 packages, offering added value to subscribers.
Microsoft 365 Copilot was introduced as an “AI assistant at work,” an advancement stemming from the foundation of Bing Chat Enterprise. This offering is fortified with enterprise-grade security, privacy, compliance, and responsible AI, guaranteeing that all data processing occurs within the confines of one’s Microsoft 365 tenant. Beyond basic question-and-answer capabilities, Microsoft 365 Copilot boasts advanced AI-powered communication features. It seamlessly integrates into emails, meetings, chats, documents, and the web to deliver comprehensive solutions. From tackling complex mathematical problems to aiding communication within Microsoft 365 apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams, it promises multifaceted AI-powered assistance. Microsoft has slated the general availability of Microsoft 365 Copilot for enterprise customers, beginning November 1, at a competitive monthly subscription rate of $30 per user.
In a parallel announcement, Microsoft also introduced the Copilot Lab, a platform designed to assist users in mastering AI utilization and optimizing their experience with Microsoft 365 Copilot. This educational initiative reinforces Microsoft’s commitment to empowering users to harness the full potential of AI in their workspace.
