511817 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Delegate Scheduling via Copilot chat

Product:

Copilot, Outlook

Platform:

Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

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Details:

Executive Assistants can now seamlessly schedule, edit, and send meeting invites on behalf of their leaders directly within Copilot chat. Using simple chat commands, they can create invites, make updates, and add attendees—all without leaving the chat experience.

Change Category:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-10-16

updated:
2025-10-16

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Disruption
If the change is implemented without proper training, Executive Assistants may struggle to effectively use the new scheduling features, leading to confusion and delays in meeting arrangements.
   - roles: Executive Assistants, Team Leaders
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-outlook/, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-blog/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-outlook/ba-p/123456

Integration Issues
Without adequate preparation, the integration of Copilot with existing Outlook functionalities may lead to technical glitches, causing missed meetings or incorrect scheduling.
   - roles: IT Support, Executive Assistants
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-outlook/, https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-copilot-in-outlook-what-you-need-to-know/

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you're working with a personal assistant who can handle your calendar without needing to be in the same room as you. This is similar to what Microsoft Copilot is doing for scheduling meetings. Executive Assistants can now use a chat interface to manage their leaders' calendars directly. Think of it like texting a friend to make plans, but instead, you're instructing a digital assistant to set up meetings, adjust details, and add people to the invite list.

In practical terms, this means that instead of opening a separate calendar application, finding the right date, and manually entering all the details, the assistant can simply type commands in a chat. It's like having a conversation with someone who understands what you need and takes care of it right away. This streamlines the process, making it quicker and more efficient, much like how sending a quick message can be faster than making a phone call.

This new feature is available across various platforms, whether you're using a desktop or accessing it via the web. It's part of Microsoft 365's suite of tools, specifically within Outlook, and is designed to make the scheduling process as seamless as possible. This development is akin to having a smart tool in your toolkit that you can rely on to get things done with minimal effort.