Guides

In-depth guides and learning paths covering every aspect of Microsoft 365 Copilot deployment, security, and adoption in U.S. government environments.

The foundational guide for understanding Microsoft 365 Copilot in government environments. Answers the essential questions: What is Copilot? How does it work? What's available in GCC, GCC High, and DoD? This is the starting point for executives, IT professionals, security teams, and end users alike.

GCC, GCC-HIGH, DOD
Executive, it, security, end-user
6 sections
Overview Fundamentals Licensing
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The most critical guide for government Copilot deployments. Addresses the #1 question CSAs hear: "How do we ensure our data is protected?" Covers data security, compliance frameworks, permissions management, oversharing prevention, and audit capabilities specific to GCC, GCC High, and DoD environments.

GCC, GCC-HIGH, DOD
Security, it, executive
6 sections
Security Governance Compliance
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A concise guide designed for government executives and senior leaders. Provides the strategic context, risk assessment, investment considerations, and success metrics needed to make informed decisions about Microsoft 365 Copilot adoption. Optimized for time-constrained leadership.

GCC, GCC-HIGH, DOD
Executive
6 sections
Strategy Adoption Governance
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The comprehensive technical guide for IT professionals deploying Microsoft 365 Copilot in government environments. Covers prerequisites, licensing provisioning, configuration, pilot planning, and ongoing operations. Includes government-specific considerations for GCC, GCC High, and DoD.

GCC, GCC-HIGH, DOD
It
7 sections
Deployment Configuration Operations
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The guide that drives actual value after deployment. Covers how government employees can effectively use Microsoft 365 Copilot across Microsoft 365 apps, craft effective prompts, and develop productivity patterns. Includes guidance for trainers, champions, and change management professionals.

GCC, GCC-HIGH, DOD
End-user, it, executive
6 sections
Adoption Training Productivity
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Guide for building custom agents and extending Microsoft 365 Copilot using Microsoft Copilot Studio. Covers the unique considerations for government environments, including GCC and GCC High availability, governance requirements, and secure development practices.

GCC, GCC-HIGH
Developer, it, end-user
7 sections
Copilot-studio Agents Development Power-platform Governance Government-cloud
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