A practical guide for SMEs across Lancashire and the North West

If you’ve been hearing a lot about Microsoft 365 Copilot and wondering whether it’s actually worth it for your business, you’re not alone. In this guide, we break down what Copilot does. We explain what it costs and whether it makes sense for small and medium-sized businesses right now.

What Is Microsoft 365 Copilot?

Microsoft 365 Copilot is an AI-powered assistant built into the Microsoft 365 apps your business already uses, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and PowerPoint. It uses artificial intelligence to help staff work faster, reduce repetitive tasks, and get more done without learning new software.

Unlike other AI tools, Copilot works inside your existing Microsoft environment. That means no switching between platforms and no copying and pasting. In short, you get smarter versions of the tools your team already knows.

What Can Microsoft 365 Copilot Do?

Here’s what Copilot can help your team with right now:

• Outlook: Summarise email threads, draft replies and flag key actions from a busy inbox
• Microsoft Teams: Transcribe meetings, create summaries and generate action lists automatically
• Word: Produce first drafts of documents from a short prompt or brief
• Excel: Analyse data, identify trends and answer questions about your spreadsheets
• PowerPoint: Build presentations from existing documents or notes

Is Microsoft 365 Copilot Right for Your Business?

Copilot works best for businesses that are already using Microsoft 365 day to day and have staff spending significant time on emails, meetings, documents or data. It’s not a magic solution, results depend on consistent use and a little initial training, but for the right business, the time savings are real.

Is Microsoft 365 Copilot Right for Your Business?

Copilot works best for businesses that are already using Microsoft 365 day to day and have staff spending significant time on emails, meetings, documents or data. However, it's not a magic solution as results depend on consistent use and a little initial training. For the right business, the time savings are real.

How Much Does Microsoft 365 Copilot Cost in the UK?

Pricing depends on your existing Microsoft 365 plan and how many users you need to licence. Rather than publish a figure that may not reflect your specific setup, we’d recommend speaking directly with a Microsoft Partner. They can give you an accurate quote.

As a Microsoft Partner based in Lancashire & Bury, J700 Group can advise on the right licensing for your business. In addition, we can ensure you’re not paying for more than you need.

Get in touch for free a quote.

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