check before: 2024-07-31
Product:
Copilot, Graph API, Microsoft 365 admin center, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Microsoft Graph, SharePoint
Platform:
Developer, Online, Web, World tenant
Status:
Rolling out
Change type:
Admin impact, New feature, Updated message, User impact
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Summary:
Microsoft SharePoint's rollout of Copilot in the Rich Text Editor is updated, with the timeline now starting late July 2024 for Targeted Release and late August 2024 for General Availability. Copilot assists in content creation and will be available for users with a Copilot Microsoft 365 license. No admin action is required before the rollout.
Details:
Updated September 24, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Copilot in Microsoft SharePoint's Rich Text Editor makes it easy to author content in SharePoint pages and posts. Copilot in SharePoint's Rich Text editor is available as part of the Text webpart for any user with a Copilot Microsoft 365 license.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 124840.
[When this will happen:]
Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out late July 2024 (previously early July) and expect to complete by late August 2024 (previously late July).
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling late August 2024 (previously late July) and expect to complete by late September 2024 (previously early September).
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General Availability, Preview, Targeted Release
Created:
2024-07-06
updated:
2024-09-25
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft SharePoint is introducing a new feature called Copilot in its Rich Text Editor, starting in late July 2024 for Microsoft 365 Copilot license holders, which uses Large Language Models (LLMs) and Microsoft Graph to assist with drafting, editing, and refining content.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience Disruption
Users may experience confusion or frustration due to the sudden introduction of the Copilot feature without prior training or communication, leading to decreased productivity as they adapt to the new tool.
- roles: Content Creators, End Users
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=124840
Increased Support Requests
The rollout of Copilot may lead to an influx of support requests from users unfamiliar with the new functionality, impacting IT support resources and response times.
- roles: IT Support Staff, Help Desk Agents
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=124840
Content Quality Variability
Without preparation, users may rely heavily on Copilot for content creation, leading to inconsistent quality and tone in SharePoint pages, which could affect brand messaging and communication effectiveness.
- roles: Marketing Team, Content Managers
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=124840
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Enhanced Content Creation Efficiency
With the introduction of Copilot in SharePoint's Rich Text Editor, users can leverage AI to assist in drafting, adjusting tone, and structuring content, significantly reducing the time spent on content creation. This will improve overall productivity, especially for teams that frequently produce documentation or marketing materials.
- next-steps: Communicate the availability of Copilot to users and provide training sessions on how to utilize the new features effectively. Monitor user feedback to continuously improve the adoption process.
- roles: Content Creators, Marketing Teams, Project Managers
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=124840, https://aka.ms/Copilot/MSWorksCouncilsArticle
Improved Collaboration and Communication
Copilot can help transform meeting notes into structured documents, making it easier for teams to collaborate on projects and share insights. This feature can enhance communication across departments by providing clearer and more concise documentation.
- next-steps: Encourage teams to integrate Copilot into their meeting processes and establish guidelines for using the tool to document discussions and action items effectively.
- roles: Team Leaders, Project Managers, HR Departments
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=124840, https://aka.ms/Copilot/MSWorksCouncilsArticle
User Adoption and Training Opportunities
The rollout of Copilot provides a chance to enhance user training programs, focusing on maximizing the benefits of AI-assisted tools. This can lead to a more tech-savvy workforce that is better equipped to utilize Microsoft 365 tools effectively.
- next-steps: Develop a comprehensive training program that includes workshops, tutorials, and ongoing support to ensure users are comfortable with Copilot's functionalities.
- roles: IT Trainers, Learning and Development Teams, Department Heads
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=124840, https://aka.ms/Copilot/MSWorksCouncilsArticle
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2024-09-25 | MC Last Updated | 08/01/2024 19:47:58 | 2024-09-25T00:52:17Z |
| 2024-09-25 | MC Messages | Updated August 1, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Copilot in Microsoft SharePoint's Rich Text Editor makes it easy to author content in SharePoint pages and posts. Copilot in SharePoint's Rich Text editor is available as part of the Text webpart for any user with a Copilot Microsoft 365 license. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 124840. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out late July 2024 (previously early July) and expect to complete by late August 2024 (previously late July). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling late August 2024 (previously late July) and expect to complete by early September 2024 (previously early August). | Updated September 24, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Copilot in Microsoft SharePoint's Rich Text Editor makes it easy to author content in SharePoint pages and posts. Copilot in SharePoint's Rich Text editor is available as part of the Text webpart for any user with a Copilot Microsoft 365 license. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 124840. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out late July 2024 (previously early July) and expect to complete by late August 2024 (previously late July). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling late August 2024 (previously late July) and expect to complete by late September 2024 (previously early September). |
| 2024-09-25 | MC End Time | 10/31/2024 08:00:00 | 2024-11-11T08:00:00Z |
| 2024-09-25 | MC Summary | Copilot is being integrated into Microsoft SharePoint's Rich Text Editor, enabling content authoring assistance. It will be available for users with a Copilot Microsoft 365 license, rolling out from late July to early September 2024. This feature can be disabled in the Microsoft 365 admin center. | Microsoft SharePoint's rollout of Copilot in the Rich Text Editor is updated, with the timeline now starting late July 2024 for Targeted Release and late August 2024 for General Availability. Copilot assists in content creation and will be available for users with a Copilot Microsoft 365 license. No admin action is required before the rollout. |
| 2024-08-02 | MC Messages | Copilot in Microsoft SharePoint's Rich Text Editor makes it easy to author content in SharePoint pages and posts. Copilot in SharePoint's Rich Text editor is available as part of the Text webpart for any user with a Copilot Microsoft 365 license.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 124840. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early July 2024 and expect to complete by late July 2024. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling late July 2024 and expect to complete by early August 2024. | Updated August 1, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Copilot in Microsoft SharePoint's Rich Text Editor makes it easy to author content in SharePoint pages and posts. Copilot in SharePoint's Rich Text editor is available as part of the Text webpart for any user with a Copilot Microsoft 365 license. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 124840. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out late July 2024 (previously early July) and expect to complete by late August 2024 (previously late July). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling late August 2024 (previously late July) and expect to complete by early September 2024 (previously early August). |
| 2024-08-02 | MC Title | Microsoft SharePoint: Authoring assistance from Copilot | (Updated) Microsoft SharePoint: Authoring assistance from Copilot |
| 2024-08-02 | MC Last Updated | 07/05/2024 21:48:19 | 2024-08-01T19:47:58Z |
| 2024-08-02 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature, User impact, Admin impact | Updated message, New feature, User impact, Admin impact |
| 2024-08-02 | MC Summary | Copilot is being integrated into Microsoft SharePoint's Rich Text Editor, enabling content authoring assistance. It will be available for users with a Copilot Microsoft 365 license, rolling out from early July to early August 2024. This feature can be disabled in the Microsoft 365 admin center. | Copilot is being integrated into Microsoft SharePoint's Rich Text Editor, enabling content authoring assistance. It will be available for users with a Copilot Microsoft 365 license, rolling out from late July to early September 2024. This feature can be disabled in the Microsoft 365 admin center. |
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