Welcome to the Copilot Studio Podcast, where today's episode promises an illuminating conversation with Karuana Gatimu, a visionary leader from Microsoft focusing on collaborative apps and platforms, particularly Microsoft 365 and Copilot.

Join me Daniel Anderson (Microsoft MVP), as I delve into Karuana's insights on the significance of user enablement, the evolution of technology adoption, and the transformative impact of artificial intelligence in today's business landscape.

From her role in hosting "Mondays at Microsoft" to her proactive approach to community engagement and her strategic viewpoints on copilot governance, Karuana shares her journey and strategies to foster an inclusive and tech-empowered community.

This episode will explore how these technologies are not just reshaping businesses but also how individuals at all levels can adapt to leverage these tools for growth and productivity. Whether you're an executive, a marketer, or an IT professional, tune in to gain valuable perspectives on making the most out of technological advancements in your role.

Time Stamps:

00:00 20 years of user enablement and change.

04:02 Customer success kit emphasizes user enablement teamwork.

08:50 Understanding diverse copilot experiences for specific roles.

10:48 Understanding key Copilot functions critical for individual use.

13:07 Community of practice critical for ongoing learning.

18:49 Too many unorganized information needs improvement.

21:59 10 years teaching Microsoft 365 governance, career progression.

26:21 Advocating for employees' needs and vision.

30:20 Utilizing AI for efficient, confident decision-making.

32:03 Understanding user needs, not just technology.

35:17 Microsoft Viva Copilot Academy enhances team experience.

41:04 Challenges of identity and belonging in society.

43:47 Empowering Microsoft community to join and thrive.

45:52 Grateful for the conversation and insightful stories.

Connect with Karuana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karuanagatimu

Microsoft Adoption Site: https://adoption.microsoft.com

In this episode of the Copilot Studio Podcast we dive into the latest advancements in AI-powered collaboration and process automation with Jeff Teper of Microsoft. Discover how companies are transforming their workflows and the pressures of innovating in a tech-driven market.

- Jeff Teper shares insights on how Copilot, including Microsoft Teams bots built with Copilot Studio, can and are revolutionizing team workflows and chat channels.

- Learn about the powerful features of SharePoint premium and the importance of tailored SharePoint architecture for different organizational needs.

- Explore the significant productivity boosts reported from GitHub Copilot in code writing and Copilot for M365 in various business processes.

- Hear about the rapid adoption of Microsoft Teams during the pandemic and the enthusiastic reception of the new AI feature, Copilot.

- Gain perspective on the importance of security in AI innovation and the role customer and partner feedback play in shaping Microsoft's success.

Timestamps:

00:00 SharePoint's evolution and importance in collaboration.
05:53 SharePoint usage growing, OneDrive now part.
07:11 Rapid growth in website creation, new SharePoint features.
11:34 Leveraging Microsoft 365 for content apps integration.
15:26 Promote knowledge sharing by simplifying template choices.
19:19 SharePoint advanced management for large data volumes.
23:07 Individual and organizational focus on growth metrics.
26:54 Advises caution on industry's ongoing technological changes.
29:27 Quick shift to distributed collaboration, major adaptation.
31:07 Create adoption guides; leverage AI without jargon.
37:05 Ask Copilot questions to expand knowledge and confidence.
38:37 AI-driven workflow automation and customer service bots.
41:12 AI transforms collaboration and business processes powerfully.
44:44 Shifted to cloud, faced tech challenges, improved.
49:04 Balancing family and work pressure for success.