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Overview

Microsoft Copilot Studio enables organizations to build conversational AI agents that integrate with Microsoft 365 and external data sources. For U.S. government customers operating in the GCC High environment, Copilot Studio offers the same licensing models as the commercial cloud. However, setup and integration differ due to compliance and security requirements.

This article outlines how to get started with Copilot Studio in GCC High, including licensing options, deployment architecture, authentication setup, and best practices for scalability.

Licensing: Packs vs. Pay-As-You-Go

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Overview

Microsoft Copilot Studio is a powerful, low-code platform designed to help organizations build intelligent AI agents that automate tasks, answer questions, and enhance productivity across various business scenarios. Whether you're a developer, IT admin, or business user, Copilot Studio offers a flexible environment to create agents using natural language, visual workflows, and integrations with enterprise data sources.

Agents built in Copilot Studio can perform a wide range of functions. These include customer support, internal help desks, sales assistance, and public health information. These agents leverage generative AI and language models to understand user intent and respond with relevant information or actions. The platform supports both alite experience (integrated into Microsoft 365 Copilot) and a full experience (standalone web portal). This allows users to choose the right level of complexity and control for their needs.

What Are Channels in Copilot Studio?

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Overview

As AI becomes increasingly embedded in the modern workplace, Microsoft has introduced a suite of tools designed to empower users at every level of technical expertise. Among these are Copilot, Copilot Studio, and Azure AI Foundry. Each serves a distinct purpose in the AI development and deployment lifecycle. Understanding the differences between these tools is essential for organizations looking to harness AI effectively and strategically.

Copilot (M365): Built-In Intelligence for Everyday Users

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Microsoft has officially announced that Copilot in Power BI is now supported across all Microsoft Fabric capacities, marking a major milestone in the integration of generative AI with business intelligence. This expansion empowers users to harness AI-driven insights and report generation, no matter what capacity their organization is operating within, eliminating prior limitations and making this powerful feature universally accessible within the Fabric ecosystem.

Although this update rolled out a few months ago, it's a game-changing shift that still deserves attention today especially for organizations now fully embracing Copilot’s capabilities.

What This Means for Power BI Users

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