19 Aug 2025

Work Faster with Microsoft 365 Copilot

Running a small business means juggling sales, admin, marketing, and customer service. Time is your most valuable resource — and that’s where Microsoft 365 Copilot comes in.

It’s like having an extra team member who is always available, built into the apps you already use—Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

What Is Microsoft 365 Copilot?

Copilot is an AI-powered assistant that works inside Microsoft 365. It helps you write, summarise, analyse, and organise without leaving your familiar apps. No extra software, no steep learning curve—just a smarter way to work.

Why it’s Perfect for Small Businesses

    • Affordable: Add it to your existing Microsoft 365 plan for about £23.10 per user/month.
    • Easy to Use: If you can use Word or Outlook, you can use Copilot.
    • Big Impact: Even saving 2 hours a week adds up to 8 hours a month—time you can spend growing your business.

Top Ways to Use Copilot

  1. Tame Your Inbox
    • Summarize long email threads in seconds.
    • Draft quick, professional replies without typing from scratch.
  1. Create Content Fast
    • Need a blog post, social media caption, or client proposal? Copilot can draft it for you in Word.
    • Turn a simple outline into a polished PowerPoint presentation.
  1. Make Sense of Your Numbers
    • Upload your sales or data into Excel and ask:

“Show me my top-selling products this month.”

    • Create charts and forecasts without formulas.
  2. Stay on Top of Meetings
    • Missed a Teams call? Copilot gives you a summary and action points.
    • Ask: “What did I agree to do this week?” and get an instant answer.

Pricing Made Simple

    • Microsoft 365 Copilot Add-On: £23.10 per user/month (annual commitment).
    • Works with Business Standard or Business Premium plans.
    • No hidden extras—just add it to your existing Microsoft 365 subscription.

5 Quick Wins You Can Try Today

    • Summarize Your Last 10 Emails in Outlook
      Instantly catch up on conversations and spot action items without reading each email.
    • Generate a Social Media Post Draft in Word
      Turn a rough idea into a polished post for LinkedIn, Facebook, or Instagram—perfect for busy teams.
    • Create a PowerPoint Deck from an Idea
      Just type your topic and let Copilot build a slide deck with structure, talking points, and visuals.
    • Summarise a Meeting Transcript in Word
      Drop in a Teams or Zoom transcript and get a clean summary with key decisions and follow-ups.
    • Draft a Client Proposal from Bullet Points
      Turn a few rough notes into a professional-looking proposal or pitch document in minutes.

Why it’s Worth It

If Copilot saves you even 2 hours a week, that’s 8 hours a month—time you can spend finding new customers or improving your service.

Getting Started

    • Check your Microsoft 365 plan (Business Standard or Premium).
    • Add Copilot licenses through your Microsoft partner or admin centre.

AI isn’t the future—it’s here. Start with Microsoft 365 Copilot today and see how much time you can save.

Ready to Save Time and Boost Productivity?

 

Start using Microsoft 365 Copilot today and discover how AI can simplify your day, sharpen your focus, and free up hours each week. Whether you’re writing proposals, managing emails, or analysing data—Copilot helps you do it faster and smarter.

👉 Talk to your IT provider or Microsoft partner to activate Copilot.
👉 Or get in touch with us—we provide IT support in Chichester and across Sussex, and we can help you get started with Copilot.

 

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