check before: 2025-03-01
Product:
Copilot
Platform:
Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
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Details:
Use the dictation button to input your prompts with speech.
Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2025-01-22
updated:
2025-01-25
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summary for non-techies**
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Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience Degradation
If the dictation feature is implemented without proper training and user guidance, users may struggle to effectively use the feature, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
- roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-microsoft-365/
Increased Error Rates
Without preparation, users may experience higher error rates in dictation, resulting in miscommunication and incorrect outputs, which can affect decision-making processes.
- roles: End Users, Team Leaders
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-microsoft-365/
System Performance Issues
The introduction of a new dictation feature may lead to unexpected system performance issues if the infrastructure is not adequately prepared to handle increased processing demands.
- roles: IT Operations, System Administrators
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-microsoft-365/
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Opportunities**
Enhanced Accessibility
Implementing dictation in Copilot Chat can significantly improve accessibility for users with disabilities, allowing them to engage more effectively with the platform. This feature can help users who struggle with typing due to physical limitations or other challenges.
- next-steps: Conduct a user accessibility assessment to identify specific needs and gather feedback from users with disabilities. Develop training materials to promote the use of the dictation feature among these users.
- roles: Accessibility Coordinator, HR Manager, IT Support
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/accessibility, https://www.w3.org/WAI/
Increased Productivity for Remote Workers
The dictation feature can streamline communication for remote workers, enabling them to quickly articulate their thoughts without the need for typing. This can lead to faster response times and improved collaboration among team members.
- next-steps: Analyze current communication workflows to identify bottlenecks and assess how dictation can be integrated into daily operations. Provide training sessions on effective use of the dictation feature.
- roles: Team Leaders, Remote Workers, Project Managers
- references: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestechcouncil/2021/07/29/how-to-improve-productivity-for-remote-workers/, https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2020/11/10/10-tips-for-remote-work-productivity/
Reduction in Typing Errors and Miscommunication
Using dictation can reduce typing errors that often lead to miscommunication, especially in complex technical discussions. This can enhance the clarity of communication and reduce misunderstandings among team members.
- next-steps: Monitor communication metrics before and after implementing dictation to evaluate the impact on error rates. Gather user feedback on their experiences with dictation to refine the feature further.
- roles: Quality Assurance Managers, Technical Writers, Customer Support
- references: https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newTMC_89.htm, https://www.businessnewsdaily.com/15326-communication-in-the-workplace.html
Potentional Risks**
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IT Security**
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explanation for non-techies**
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change history
Date | Property | old | new |
2025-01-25 | RM Release | February CY2025 | March CY2025 |
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