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  • What is copilot vision

    Copilot Vision: Microsoft’s Pro Helper

    Currently available for Copilot Pro users, Copilot Vision offers a novel approach to AI assistance by interacting with the content displayed on a user's screen in real time. Copilot Vision is an opt-in feature designed to enhance how users engage with digital content. Unlike traditional AI tools that rely only on text-based inputs, this feature can "see" the content on your screen and provide contextual help. Read more to see if Copilot Vision is right for you.

  • Simplifying Automation Documentation in Power Automate

    Simplifying Automation Documentation in Power Automate

    Microsoft Power Automate is making automation even easier with the new "Describe Flow Actions with Copilot" feature, which will be available from March 31, 2025. The "Describe Flow Actions with Copilot" feature offers many benefits by giving clear insights into automation processes. Read more to find out how it can help you!

  • Viva Engage Community Settings

    New Microsoft Viva Engage Community Settings

    Microsoft has recently introduced updates to the Viva Engage Community Settings, specifically enhancing the Community Resources and Files tab features. These updates aim to streamline community management and improve collaboration within organizations. Let’s dive into the details of these new settings and how they can benefit your community.

  • Find SharePoint URL given Site ID

    Find SharePoint URL with Site ID

    Many moons ago, I was asked by Microsoft to provide the site ID for a SharePoint site from my tenant. I had noted the site ID, but I did not make note of the URL of the site. So that left me with the question 'How do I find the SharePoint URL when I have the Site ID?' Read more to learn two ways to find it!

  • Office and Microsoft 365 Pricing change

    New Pricing for Office and Microsoft 365

    Microsoft announced on April 1st, 2024, that they have removed Microsoft Teams from the plans that used to include it. No, this isn't an "April Fool's Joke". The new pricing for Office and Microsoft 365 suites affects all net-new commercial customers outside of the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland. This does not affect government, education, or consumer tenants. Read more for cost comparisons and details!

  • Retirement of Viva Topics

    Goodbye Viva Topics

    Microsoft announced that Viva Topics will be retired and disabled in February 2025. So, what is the plan for knowledge management after this announcement of the retirement of Viva Topics? Read more for my thoughts on benefits and gaps of the move.

  • System Column Names in SharePoint and Microsoft Lists

    System Column Names in SharePoint & Microsoft Lists

    Have you ever created a column in a SharePoint list or library and noticed that the system name is different from the name you gave it? This is because column names in SharePoint have a system name that does not include spaces. Read more on best practices to use system names appropriately and how to find them!

  • New Feature: Announcements in Viva Connections

    Announcements in Viva Connections

    The new Announcements in Viva Connections feature enables you to create & share time-sensitive messages with your employees. Check out my post and the short video that demonstrates exactly how to use the feature!