Transforming how work gets done: our one-year journey with Microsoft 365 Copilot

Understand the evolution and impact of generative AI tools on modern workplaces. Generative AI tools like Microsoft 365 Copilot are reshaping daily workflows by automating tasks, enhancing decision-making, and streamlining communication across teams. This section sets the stage by examining how tools like Copilot are enabling employees to achieve higher productivity and focus on creative, value-driven work.

Explore how BearingPoint identified Microsoft's AI assistant as a pivotal tool in our digital transformation journey, driven by clear goals and real-world applications. From the outset, we set clear objectives not only around productivity gains but also for quality improvements and knowledge management, using Copilot as a strategic enabler to realize our vision of Augmented Consulting. We tested its capabilities across various teams, establishing a structured approach to fully activate its potential within our organization.

This section provides a transparent view of the milestones and the learning curves encountered along the way. Our Copilot journey delivered measurable gains, removed repetitive or administrative tasks, and allowed our people to focus on objectives that truly matter, while also enhancing communication and content quality. However, it wasn’t without its challenges—implementing new technology across different roles in its early development phase presented, as expected, significant initial challenges and complexities, requiring ongoing training and communicating limitations in advanced functions.

Leverage our firsthand experience to inform your own Copilot implementation strategy. We share recommendations that can help organizations overcome common barriers, such as identifying the correct set-up, fueling change management, and boosting user adoption to make the most of AI-driven tools. By outlining best practices and strategic takeaways, we provide a blueprint for deploying Copilot effectively, ensuring long-term success and sustained productivity gains.

Visualize Copilot’s potential through live demos and use-case exploration, showcasing how AI can drive productivity in your organization.

Prepare for deployment with a custom roadmap detailing technical prerequisites, security, and integration requirements

Build a clear business case, analyzing custom use cases, cost savings, and productivity boosts to support informed decision-making.

Receive a comprehensive deployment plan, covering low-level design, change management, and project support for seamless implementation.

Maximize Copilot’s impact with tailored change management, system upgrades, and ongoing project support.