Session Abstract

We all know that Copilot for Microsoft 365 and Gen AI are currently hot topics in 2024. Everyone wants to use the power of these new productivity assistants to work more efficiently. However, it's not all sunshine and roses. There are risks associated with implementing Copilot for Microsoft 365, such as the potential exposure of sensitive data and the sharing of outdated information. Therefore, it is crucial to understand the advantages and drawbacks of deploying Copilot. If your risks are too high, your security teams may block or pause the deployment, which could be detrimental to your business users. In this session, I will discuss the data security and governance risks associated with Copilot for Microsoft 365 and provide practical examples of how to reduce your risk exposure through an iterative approach. Key takeaways: 1. The dangers of not taking care of data security and governance in your Microsoft 365 Copilot transformation 2. How to set up Microsoft 365 for “just enough access” to protect your sensitive data 3. How to enhance data governance to get more accurate and relevant suggestions

Nikki Chapple

Nikki is an experienced IT and business professional who has been recognized as a Microsoft MVP. With over 30 years of experience, she specializes in Microsoft 365 governance and compliance and is a renowned public speaker and blogger in this field. Nikki co-hosts the “All Things M365 Compliance Podcast” and co-wrote the “Microsoft 365 Maturity Model for the Governance, Risk, and Compliance Competency”. In addition, she holds qualifications as an Enterprise Architect (TOGAF) and Organizational Change Manager (PROSCI). Her belief is that Microsoft 365 governance and compliance is not just a project but a way of life and must be integrated into the organization's culture.