Microsoft 365 Copilot Agents in Microsoft Teams group chats

Starting in February 2025, Microsoft will introduce new Copilot agents in Microsoft Teams, designed specifically to take group chat collaboration to the next level¹. These AI-powered agents allow teams to work more efficiently by automating daily tasks and breaking down barriers in communication. 👩‍💻✨

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What are Microsoft 365 Copilot Agents? 🤔

Copilot agents are smart AI helpers integrated into Microsoft Teams. They can minute meetings, manage tasks and even perform real-time translations, so your team can focus entirely on productivity².

🔑 Key features of the new Copilot agents

💡 Facilitator Agent

Automatically takes notes during meetings and group chats.
Organizes notes by action items so that no task is overlooked. 📝
Ideal for teams that regularly collaborate on complex projects.

💡 Interpreter Agent

Provides real-time speech-to-speech translation during meetings. 🌍
Can mimic the speaker’s voice in the target language for a more personal experience.
Helps teams collaborate internationally without language barriers.

💡 Project Manager Agent

Automates project management within Microsoft Planner. 🗂️
May assign tasks, monitor deadlines and track progress.
Even simple reports and documents are created automatically!

Teams Copilot Agents

🌟 Why this update is a gamechanger

✅ More efficient collaboration
By automating routine tasks, team members can fully focus on strategic work. ✅ Save time
Thanks to smart AI tools, meetings become shorter and more productive. ✅ Inclusive communication
Real-time translations make it easier to collaborate globally, regardless of language differences.

How do you gain access? 💻

To use Copilot agents, you will need a Microsoft 365 Copilot license. The rollout will begin in February 2025 and will be made available worldwide by the end of that month.

References

¹https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=464988 ²https://support.microsoft.com/topic/introducing-copilot-agents-943e563d-602d-40fa-bdd1-dbc83f582466

Conclusion 🌐

With these new AI innovations, Microsoft Teams is taking collaboration to the next level. Copilot agents are not just a tool, but an indispensable partner for teams who want to focus on what really matters. Brace yourself for February 2025 and discover how AI can transform your workday! 🚀