Yes, Microsoft Copilot is cool. And yes, AI can make your day-to-day tasks easier and more efficient. But without a proper implementation plan, it could do the exact opposite. Unless going on a scavenger hunt in a warehouse full of unlabeled boxes is your idea of a good time, you may want to keep reading to find out how your MSP can help you get the most out of Copilot.
So… What is Copilot?
Copilot is Microsoft’s AI assistant that lives inside Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams. It’s built to save you time by doing the tedious tasks that eat up the few spare minutes you have in your day. Things like drafting emails, summarizing meetings, analyzing spreadsheets, finding relevant info from your files, chats, and calendars… and even writing blog articles! We wrote this one ourselves, though 😉
It sounds like a productivity dream, and it can be. But there’s a catch. Copilot pulls info from across your Microsoft 365 setup, so if your systems aren’t clean and secure, your Copilot might as well be flying blind.
Don’t Let Copilot Air Your Digital Laundry
Here’s the part a lot of companies miss. Copilot works across your SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, and more. If those environments are messy or wide open, Copilot might start serving up outdated docs, half-finished drafts, or that one file named ‘final_final_USETHIS_v3.pdf’… that is, in fact, not the final version. And yep, it could accidentally expose sensitive data to the wrong people. If you’re in healthcare, finance, HR, or legal, you’re probably already sweating.
Before flipping the switch, ask yourself:
- Are your file permissions under control?
- Is your SharePoint and Teams setup organized and current?
- Are there compliance risks tied to how data is shared?
- Do you want every employee using Copilot on day one?
If you’re not sure, don’t worry. That’s what Parried is here for.
Your MSP to the Rescue
You know the drill: work smarter, not harder. Here’s how Parried can help your business get the most out of Copilot without creating new problems in the process.
Strategic Setup and Planning
We look at your systems, your people, and how you actually work, then help you roll out Copilot in a way that makes sense.
Vendor and App Support
We identify which Microsoft license you need to make sure Copilot plays nice with your current tools. We’ll even talk to them for you.
Compliance and Access Reviews
If you’re in a regulated industry, we help make sure Copilot doesn’t accidentally expose sensitive data. Nothing says “great day at work” like not getting audited.
Ready for takeoff with Copilot?
In all seriousness, Copilot is great and a huge step forward in the AI space as it relates to business. If you’re ready to launch but don’t want your intern accidentally handed the keys to the castle, we can help.
Set Up a Free Consultation
We’ll flag anything that needs fixing, walk you through what’s possible, and help you roll it out the smart way.