Microsoft 365 Copilot is more than just a writing assistant. It is a powerful tool for creating, collaborating, and communicating effectively. But to get the most out of Copilot, you need to ensure your data security and governance are in good shape. In this session, you will learn: - Why it is critical to build your data security and governance maturity before switching on Microsoft 365 Copilot - Who are the key players in your organization that should be involved in your Microsoft 365 readiness journey - How to assess your current Copilot data security and governance maturity level and identify areas for improvement - How to configure Microsoft 365 for “just enough access” to safeguard your sensitive data - How to improve data quality to deliver more accurate, relevant recommendations

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with implementing Copilot for Microsoft 365, such as the potential exposure of sensitive data and the sharing of outdated information.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

Adopting successful Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) can be challenging and risky, especially with data risks, regulatory exposure, and managing sensitive information. Copilot raises the bar another notch. It's not just garbage in, garbage out; poor governance and control leads to immediate risk and probable compliance breaches. In this session, we will provide insider tips and quick wins, as well as useful resources, for building an effective GRC posture using the tools across the Microsoft cloud, including Microsoft Purview and other Microsoft 365 tools and services. We'll explain why Copilot is as scary as it is awesome. We will share real-world experiences on implementing effective GRC strategies and provide practical guidance on how to overcome key challenges organizations face with GRC and Copilot. 1. Discover why governance and data security are key factors for Microsoft 365 Copilot readiness and how they can improve your Copilot experience. 2. Assess your current governance, risk and compliance maturity level using the Microsoft 365 maturity model and find out what you need to do to close the gaps for Copilot readiness. 3. Follow the best practices for improving your Microsoft 365 data quality and data security to ensure that Copilot can deliver more accurate, relevant recommendations and safeguard your sensitive data.