check before: 2025-02-01
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot, OneNote, Teams
Platform:
Online, Web, World tenant
Status:
Rolling out
Change type:
New feature, User impact, Admin impact
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Summary:
Microsoft OneNote Copilot Chat will be available in OneNote for the web and OneNote in Teams starting February 2025, completing by late March 2025. It requires a Microsoft 365 Copilot license and will be enabled by default. No action is needed, but you may notify users and update documentation.
Details:
Microsoft OneNote Copilot Chat is coming to OneNote for the web and OneNote in Teams. OneNote Copilot Chat is an intelligent assistant, transforming the way users interact with their notes. Users enter natural language prompts, and Copilot helps them understand, summarize, and rewrite notes for enhanced clarity and purpose.
A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to use this feature.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 417005.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out in early February 2025 and expect to complete rollout by late March 2025.
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Created:
2025-02-19
updated:
2025-02-19
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Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience Disruption
Users may experience confusion or frustration due to the sudden introduction of Copilot Chat, which alters their interaction with OneNote without prior training or preparation.
- roles: End Users, Support Staff
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/Microsoft365CopilotBlog/increase-your-productivity-with-copilot-on-onenote-web-and-onenote-in-teams/4374756
Increased Support Requests
The introduction of Copilot Chat may lead to an increase in support requests as users seek assistance in navigating the new features, impacting IT support resources.
- roles: Support Staff, IT Operations
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/copilot/manage#removing-access-to--chat
Potential Misuse of Features
Without proper user training, there is a risk that users may misuse the Copilot Chat feature, leading to incorrect note summaries or misunderstandings of information.
- roles: End Users, Team Leaders
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=417005
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Enhanced User Collaboration
The introduction of Copilot Chat in OneNote will facilitate real-time collaboration among team members by enabling them to interact with notes using natural language prompts. This will enhance clarity and purpose in shared notes, improving overall team productivity.
- next-steps: Conduct training sessions for users to familiarize them with the new Copilot Chat feature and its capabilities. Create user guides and best practices for effective collaboration using Copilot.
- roles: Team Leaders, Project Managers, Collaborative Teams
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/Microsoft365CopilotBlog/increase-your-productivity-with-copilot-on-onenote-web-and-onenote-in-teams/4374756
Streamlined Note Management
Copilot Chat can help users summarize and rewrite notes, making it easier to manage large volumes of information. This can lead to more organized and accessible documentation, reducing time spent searching for key information.
- next-steps: Analyze existing note-taking processes and identify areas where Copilot can be integrated to streamline operations. Develop a feedback mechanism to continuously improve note management practices based on user experiences with Copilot.
- roles: Administrative Staff, Knowledge Managers, Documentation Specialists
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/copilot/manage#removing-access-to--chat
Improved Training and Onboarding
The intelligent assistance provided by Copilot can serve as a valuable tool for training new employees. It can help them quickly understand the content and structure of existing notes, speeding up the onboarding process.
- next-steps: Incorporate Copilot Chat into the onboarding program for new hires. Gather feedback from new employees on their experiences using Copilot for training purposes to refine the onboarding process.
- roles: HR Managers, Training Coordinators, New Employees
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=417005
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