CollabTalk TweetJam Takeaways: Copilot Readiness

With the re-launch of the #CollabTalk TweetJam, I also hosted an MVP panel to share our thoughts on the X-based online conversation, asking the panelists to share some of what was shared over the 1-hour online event. This post-TweetJam panel discussion on “Understanding Your Baseline for Copilot Adoption” provided valuable insights into the preparation and strategic considerations necessary for integrating AI tools like Microsoft Copilot into organizations. The conversation focused on establishing a strong foundation for AI readiness, emphasizing the importance of assessing data quality and infrastructure before implementation. Panelists highlighted the need for clear governance frameworks to address security, privacy, and compliance concerns, and they discussed how organizations can align their AI initiatives with tangible business outcomes. Additionally, the discussion explored common challenges in AI adoption, offering practical solutions for overcoming these hurdles while balancing enthusiasm for new technology with a results-driven approach. Finally, participants considered how Copilot and similar tools could reshape business strategies, enabling more dynamic and data-driven decision-making.

If you missed the panel discussion, you can find it here:

Participating in the panel were:

• Adam Ball (@AdamCBall), co-founder of COUCUG, Teams and Skype for Business MVP
• Sharon Weaver (@sharoneweaver), Microsoft RD + M365 Apps & Services MVP, consultant, trainer and ceo of Smarter Consulting
• Shari Oswald (@shortcutshari), M365 MVP, co-founder and productivity evangelist at PowerUP! Learning
• Ben Stegink (@benstegink), M365 Apps & Services MVP, SharePoint, Office 365 and Azure consultant, owner of Intelligink, LLC
• Eric Overfield (@ericoverfield), Microsoft RD & SharePoint MVP, chief product officer of Creospark

The next CollabTalk TweetJam will be held on November 26th at 9am PST, and will include another post-tweetjam panel discussion. Hope you can make it!