check before: 2026-02-01
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft 365 Copilot
Platform:
Mac, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
Rolling out
Change type:
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Details:
Word Agent helps you handle research, structure, and formatting so you can stay focused on your ideas. Use multi‑turn chat to refine your draft or open it in Word for full editing and collaboration. It’s designed for long‑form, information‑dense work—like strategic plans, policy documents, and technical papers—making it easier to turn complex material into clear, well‑written content. Available to Microsoft 365 users with or without a Microsoft 365 Copilot license.
Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability, Preview
Created:
2025-12-20
updated:
2026-02-20
Public Preview Start Date
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Docu to Check
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft Copilot's Word Agent assists in drafting complex documents by handling research, structuring, and formatting, allowing users to focus on creative and critical thinking, and is available to all Microsoft 365 users.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience Degradation
If Microsoft Copilot is implemented without proper training and preparation, users may struggle to adapt to the new features, leading to confusion and decreased productivity.
- roles: End Users, Content Creators
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/03/16/introducing-microsoft-365-copilot/, https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2023/03/20/what-is-microsoft-365-copilot-and-how-will-it-change-the-way-we-work/
Increased Support Tickets
The introduction of Microsoft Copilot without adequate preparation may lead to a surge in support requests as users encounter issues or have questions about the new functionalities.
- roles: IT Support Staff, Help Desk Agents
- references: https://www.techradar.com/news/microsoft-365-copilot-what-you-need-to-know, https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-365-copilot-what-it-is-and-how-it-works/
Configutation Options**
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explanation for non-techies**
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2026-02-20 | RM Status | In development | Rolling out |
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