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Boost Your SMB with AI: Microsoft Copilot SMB Success Kit – Actionable Guide & Security Focus

In this post, I’m digging into actionable insights for businesses, especially IT providers, looking to leverage AI. This posts focus: the Microsoft “Copilot for SMB Success Kit.”

Microsoft has launched a suite of resources to help IT providers, or SMB’s smoothly onboard AI, specifically Copilot, into small and medium-sized businesses.

The key takeaway? Security first! Microsoft emphasizes a “security-first” approach, providing a robust framework for SMBs to confidently adopt AI. Let’s break down the key actionable steps.

• Security First Focus: Prioritizing security for SMBs adopting AI like Copilot.
• SharePoint Security Recommendations: Adjusting SharePoint search allow lists and tightening sharing permissions for Copilot readiness.
• Phased Copilot Rollout: Strategic, phased deployment starting with high-value use cases and early adopters.
• Microsoft 365 Security Apps: Considering additional security apps based on specific business needs.
• New Setup Guide in Admin Center: Utilizing the new step-by-step guide for Copilot setup in the Admin Center.
• Customisation is Key: Leveraging plugins and custom copilots for unique business needs.
• Real-World SMB Benefits: Exploring practical benefits like meeting summaries, document summarization, and nuanced communication.

If you’re an IT provider, business owner or helping SMBs or your own company with AI, the “Copilot SMB Success Kit” and it’s components are a must-read. It offers practical advice and resources for a smoother and more secure gen AI adoption for you, your business or your clients.

Link: Copilot SMB Success Kit
I particularly like the Checklist for success spreadsheet, which i’ve included a screenshot of as below.

Good Luck!