In September 2024, Microsoft announced Wave 2 of Microsoft Copilot. Just like the launch of the original Office suite in 1990, which revolutionized productivity, this marks a pivotal moment for businesses and AI. Microsoft Copilot is transforming workflows for more than 400 million users, and Wave 2 aims to push the limits even further.
Wave 2 isn’t just an update. It’s a full-on transformation of how work happens. If you’re a decision-maker, you must know about this kind of innovation. Let’s explain exactly what’s new and why it matters for your business.
First, let’s get clear on what Copilot does. In simple terms, Copilot integrates AI directly into Microsoft 365 apps—Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and more. The result? Routine tasks are automated. Data is analyzed faster. Workflows are streamlined.
Imagine having an AI assistant that drafts emails, summarizes meetings, analyzes data, and even helps you collaborate more effectively. That’s Copilot.
And now, with Microsoft Copilot Wave 2, it’s becoming more powerful than ever.
You’re busy. You don’t have time for fluff. So let’s get right to it: Wave 2 changes the game for businesses. Here’s how:
Each of these brings serious firepower to your everyday work. Let’s dig into them.
Wave 2 introduces Pages—a dynamic, AI-powered canvas. It’s built for real-time collaboration. But here’s the kicker: you’re not just collaborating with colleagues. You’re also working with AI, seamlessly.
What Can You Do with Pages?
Picture this: You’re working on a business proposal. You need data, fast. Instead of hunting across the web, you ask Copilot to pull it for you.
Numbers? Check. Trends? Check. It’s all there, ready to go.
Now, you want your team’s input. Share the Page—just like you’d share a Word doc. Everyone can jump in, make edits, add comments, and even ask Copilot for more data. It’s collaborative, it’s dynamic, and it’s persistent. The Page evolves as your project does.
Why This Matters for Your Business
No More Silos: All the work happens in one place—no more jumping between apps or documents.
Real-Time Collaboration: Your team and AI work together, live.
Faster Decision-Making: Copilot pulls in data from the web and your internal systems, giving you insights instantly.
This is where Microsoft’s strength really shines. In Microsoft Copilot Wave 2, Copilot integrates more deeply into the tools you already use: Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams. The goal? Keep you in your flow.
Copilot in Excel: Python for Everyone
You know Excel is a powerhouse for data analysis. But what if you could supercharge it with Python—without needing to know Python?
In Wave 2, Copilot in Excel does just that. It can write and run Python code to analyze your data. Need a revenue forecast? Copilot handles it. Want to visualize your customer segments? Done.
Copilot in PowerPoint: Narrative Builder
Building presentations is time-consuming. Let’s face it, even with templates, it’s a slog. But now, with Narrative Builder in PowerPoint, Copilot helps you structure, design, and tailor presentations—without the headache of formatting.
Drafts Outline: Copilot creates an outline, so you don’t start from scratch.
Generates On-Brand Slides: It pulls in images, applies your company’s template, and writes initial copy.
AI-Generated Images: Need visuals? Copilot taps into DALL-E 3 to create them.
Copilot in Outlook: Prioritize My Inbox
Does your inbox feel like a mountain you can’t climb? Copilot in Outlook introduces Prioritize My Inbox—an AI-powered feature that sorts your emails by relevance and urgency. It even suggests responses or drafts for you. Oh, and if you’re on the go? You can tweak those drafts from your phone.
Here’s where things get really interesting. Copilot Agents are the new secret weapon. These aren’t just AI assistants—they are autonomous agents that can orchestrate entire workflows, across systems.
What Are Copilot Agents?
In simple terms, agents are AI-powered helpers that handle repetitive, complex tasks. Think of them as smart bots, but on steroids. They can:
Automate Business Processes: From customer support to procurement, agents can handle it all.
Integrate with Your Systems: Need to connect your agent to Dynamics 365, Salesforce, or SharePoint? No problem.
Reason and Take Action: Agents can reason over data, make decisions, and even execute tasks, like placing orders or sending reminders.
How Copilot Agents Work
Let’s say you run a field service team. When a technician encounters an issue, a Field Service Agent can pull up product info, diagnose problems, and walk them through a repair—all in real-time.
Or, maybe you’re in procurement. An agent can track inventory levels, place orders, and follow up with suppliers.
Why This Matters
Scale Your Workforce: Agents can handle repetitive tasks, freeing up your team for more strategic work.
Reduce Errors: With AI in control, the chances of human error drop significantly.
Speed Up Processes: Agents work 24/7, handling tasks that would otherwise take weeks of back-and-forth.
Here’s the bottom line: Copilot Wave 2 delivers serious ROI for businesses. It drives efficiency, enhances collaboration, and enables better decision-making. If you’re a decision-maker, here’s what you need to know:
Productivity Boost: Automate routine tasks and focus on high-value work.
Smarter Collaboration: Pages and BizChat let teams and AI work together seamlessly.
Data-Driven Insights: Copilot pulls insights from structured and unstructured data, helping you make smarter decisions.
Automated Workflows: With Copilot Agents, you can automate processes across HR, finance, sales, and more.
At Beyond Intranet, we help businesses integrate Copilot into their existing systems. Our goal is simple: make it seamless.
Here’s how we do it:
We’ve worked with companies across multiple industries. The results? Increased productivity. Lower costs. Happier employees.
Let’s make that happen for you too.
Microsoft 365 Copilot Wave 2 is Here
It’s more than just a tool—it’s a business transformation. From collaborative Pages to Copilot Agents automating tasks, the possibilities are endless.
AI-powered workflows aren’t the future—they’re the present. Want to know more? Let us help you integrate Copilot. Visit our Copilot Integration Services.
Together, we’ll build the future of work.
