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Microsoft have eliminated the minimum seat requirement for Microsoft 365 commercial plans, providing Copilot for businesses of various sizes to leverage the advanced capabilities it offers. The recent changes will empower organisations to become AI-empowered, whilst this is exciting, we also recommend being prepared.
Changes to the availability of Copilot for Microsoft 365
Microsoft have announced three changes to help empower every organisation to become AI-empowered:
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Removing the 300 seat purchase minimum for Copilot for Microsoft 365 commercial plans
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Removing the Microsoft 365 prerequisite for Copilot—so now, Office 365 E3 and E5 customers are eligible to purchase
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Copilot for Microsoft 365 is now generally available for small and medium-sized businesses. If you are using either Microsoft 365 Business Standard or Microsoft 365 Business Premium, you can now purchase Copilot for Microsoft 365.
Introduction to Copilot for Microsoft 365
Think of Copilot for Microsoft 365 as your super assistant. It isn't here to do everything and it doesn’t know where you want it to go unless you direct it. The key word is Copilot, you are still the pilot.
Preparing Copilot for Microsoft 365
How should an organisation prepare for Copilot for Microsoft 365, before buying licences?
Our dedicated Dicker Data Microsoft Team are here to help you put the power of AI to work for your small and medium-sized business (SMB) customers, offering workshops and information sessions on the below.
Licensing Prerequisites for Copilot for M365
Microsoft 365 E5 or A5
Recommended for best-in-class security. It includes Office 365, Windows, and Enterprise Mobility + Security (EMS), which is a Microsoft security suite that includes a range of security technologies important to the data/AI conversations needed with Copilot.
Microsoft 365 Business Premium
Recommended for organisations with 300 users or less. It includes core security controls that are important for data/AI conversations needed with Copilot for M365.
Microsoft 365 Business Standard
Available for organisations with 300 users or less. It provides baseline security, but we strongly recommend reviewing your data estate & security technology before moving forward with a Copilot purchase, and alternative information governance controls in place.
Microsoft 365 E3 or A3
Includes core security controls. It bundles Office 365 and EMS but does not include Microsoft Defender. We advise you review your data estate & security technology before moving forward with a Copilot purchase, and alternative information governance controls in place.
Office 365 E5
Provides baseline security. It includes a license for the Office 365 suite, without EMS, but with Defender and other security features like identity access and management, information protection, and insider risk management.
Office 365 E3
Offers minimal security. We strongly recommend reviewing the licensing and upgrading to one with more security controls in place.
Please note that the above licensing recommendations are based on the security features of each license and are not exhaustive. We recommend that you review your organisation’s security needs and consult with our dedicated Dicker Data Microsoft team before deciding.
Helpful Resources
How to prepare for Microsoft 365 Copilot
Copilot for Microsoft 365 FAQ’s
How Microsoft 365 Copilot works
FAQ
Copilot for Microsoft 365 is now generally available for small and medium-sized businesses. If you are using either Microsoft 365 Business Standard or Microsoft 365 Business Premium, you can now purchase Copilot for Microsoft 365.
Recommended Retail Price for Copilot for Microsoft 365 is $582.00+GST for the annual commitment.
Currently there is no Internal Use Rights allocation for Copilot for Microsoft 365 for partners, and no trials of Copilot for Microsoft 365 available.
Please reach out to your local Dicker Data representative, or register your interest for our upcoming training and resources. Learn more.