M365 Copilot with Companion Apps

M365 Companion Apps have recently been introduced, including People, Files, and Calendar, which became available earlier this summer. These compact applications can be pinned to the task bar for quick access to essential information, providing users with focused data without requiring the launch of full-scale applications.

The integration of M365 Copilot with these Companion Apps has enhanced their functionality, making them more intelligent and capable of delivering real-time, relevant insights:

• The People App displays recent communications, highlights key responsibilities, and suggests prompts to facilitate collaboration throughout the organization.
• The Files App summarizes Office documents, enables users to ask questions, and allows for on-the-spot data analysis without opening the full Office file.
• The Calendar App provides meeting summaries and recaps directly, eliminating the need to access Microsoft Teams.

These enhancements contribute to improved efficiency and convenience for users performing quick tasks throughout the workday.

References: 

• https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/microsoft365insiderblog/work-smarter-with-copilot-in-the-people-files-and-calendar-apps/4462091
• https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/microsoft365insiderblog/stay-in-the-flow-with-microsoft-365-companion-apps/4419809