Custom Copilot Development

Build and validate a department-specific custom Copilot using a prototype-first approach before full-scale enterprise rollout.

Duration

8 Weeks

Delivery

Remote or Hybrid

Category

Application Innovation

Overview

This engagement delivers a functional custom Copilot prototype for a specific department or use case, validates outcomes in a controlled pilot, and defines a roadmap for secure enterprise scaling.

What You Will Gain

  • Rapid Validation: Confirm the value of a department-specific custom Copilot before full-scale investment.
  • Hands-On AI Integration: Practical experience with Azure OpenAI and Microsoft Graph connectors.
  • Reduced Risk: Prototype-first approach to validate outcomes in a controlled environment.
  • Enterprise Roadmap: Clear path for scaling Copilot securely and strategically across the organization.

What Is Included

The engagement includes prototype delivery, enterprise data integration, and validation outputs to guide scale-up decisions.

  • Functional custom Copilot prototype tailored to a specific department or use case.
  • Integration with one or more enterprise data sources via Microsoft Graph connectors.
  • Defined success metrics and validation report.
  • Roadmap for scaling Copilot deployment and governance.
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Engagement Timeline

  • Weeks 1–2 – Ideation & Scoping: Stakeholder workshops, use case definition, data and integration assessment, success metric alignment
  • Weeks 3–6 – Build & Deploy PoC: Develop prototype, integrate enterprise data, configure prompts, workflows, and security controls
  • Weeks 7–8 – Testing & Roadmap: Pilot with selected business unit (e.g., Sales, HR, Legal), gather feedback, validate outcomes, deliver scaling roadmap
  • Overall Duration: 8 Weeks

Who This Offer Is For

  • Organizations seeking to extend Microsoft 365 with department-specific AI capabilities.
  • Teams looking to validate custom Copilot use cases before enterprise rollout.
  • Business units (Sales, HR, Legal, etc.) aiming to enhance productivity with AI-driven workflows.

Prerequisites

  • Microsoft 365 environment with appropriate licensing.
  • Access to relevant enterprise data sources and systems.
  • Stakeholder participation for workshops, pilot testing, and validation.
  • Alignment on defined success metrics for PoC evaluation.
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Pricing

This engagement may be eligible for Microsoft funding depending on your profile.

Contact us to get started

Engagement timing and scope will vary depending on workload complexity.

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