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We’re excited to announce a major update: the Copilot Adoption Community is now available to all Viva Engage customers. This means that whether you’re exploring M365 Copilot, leveraging Copilot Chat, or simply seeking to build Copilot fluency, you can now deploy the Copilot Adoption Community and enable a new level of peer-driven AI learning and support within your organization.
What is the Copilot Adoption Community?
The Copilot Adoption Community is a ready-to-use experience within Viva Engage. Originally, access required a M365 Copilot license, and now available to every employee on your Viva Engage network.
With the expansion of Copilot Chat and the broader availability of Microsoft AI-powered tools, organizations need a central, easily accessible space to:
Discover what Copilot tools can do
Exchange best practices, prompts, and success stories
Ask questions and get peer or expert support
Track what’s working and where further support is needed
What’s Included?
Community banner and easy setup checklist
Welcome post and suggested Copilot adoption content to jumpstart engagement
Suggested members based on M365 Copilot licenses
Scalable Q&A capabilities via Answers in Viva
Analytics to monitor reach, activity, and unanswered questions
Real-World Impact
Organizations who have enabled the Copilot Adoption Community report:
Significantly higher Copilot adoption rates compared to those without a community
Increased sharing of helpful prompts and creative use cases
Faster peer-to-peer learning and more confident experimentation
Lower support overhead for Copilot and AI-related questions
Customers using Copilot Adoption Communities have a 22% higher M365 Copilot adoption rate than those who don't.
How to Enable the Copilot Adoption Community
Follow the instructions here: Microsoft 365 Copilot adoption community in Viva Engage | Microsoft Learn
Get started today:
Check your Viva Engage admin panel
Look for the Copilot Adoption Community
Activate, welcome your members, and start posting
Want to learn more and see the Copilot Adoption Community in action? Watch the info video or the recording of the Training and Adoption Masterclass (one of our six Viva Engage Masterclasses).
Check out other Copilot adoption resources:
Create a Viva Engage Copilot passport campaign
Read how Microsoft is using the Viva Engage Copilot Community
Use the Copilot Champs Community Framework
Microsoft's guide to deploying Copilot for Microsoft 365
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Unlocking Productivity and Accessibility: Creating Audio Overviews with Microsoft 365 Copilot
A Guide to Enhanced Workflows and Inclusive Technology
In this HLS Show Me How video I show you how to create an audio overview of a Word or PDF document using Microsoft 365 Copilot.
Resources:
Listen to the audio overview created of this post mp3 download
What's New In Microsoft 365 Copilot | April 2025 | Microsoft Community Hub
Generate audio overviews with Copilot in OneDrive - Microsoft Support
Microsoft 365 Copilot – Microsoft Adoption
Microsoft 365 continues to redefine the way individuals and organizations interact with documents by integrating innovative features that cater to both productivity and accessibility. Among these features is the ability to create audio overviews of documents, transforming the traditional reading experience into a dynamic auditory engagement. This capability not only enhances accessibility but also proves invaluable for multitasking professionals who seek to optimize their workflows.
Why Audio Overviews Matter
Enhancing Accessibility
For individuals with visual impairments or reading difficulties, audio overviews are a game-changer. By providing an auditory alternative to text-based content, this feature promotes inclusivity, allowing more users to engage meaningfully with documents. It aligns with Microsoft’s commitment to empowering every individual and organization on the planet to achieve more, regardless of physical or cognitive barriers.
Boosting Multitasking Efficiency
In a fast-paced digital environment, the ability to consume content on the go is crucial. Audio overviews allow professionals to listen to important document summaries while commuting, exercising, or performing other tasks. This capability ensures that work doesn’t grind to a halt during moments that might otherwise be unproductive.
How To Create an Audio Overview from Word or PDF Documents
The process of creating an audio overview in Microsoft 365 is straightforward and accessible across OneDrive and SharePoint Document Libraries. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
Prerequisites
Before you begin, ensure the following:
You have an active Microsoft 365 subscription.
Your document is stored in either OneDrive or SharePoint Document Libraries.
The document is in Word (.docx) or PDF format.
Steps for Creating an Audio Overview
Locate Your Document: Open OneDrive or SharePoint Document Libraries and navigate to the folder containing the document you wish to convert into an audio overview.
Open the Document: Click on the Word or PDF file to open it in the respective application (Word Online or Adobe Reader integrated with Microsoft 365).
Activate the Read Aloud Feature: In Microsoft Word Online, select the "Immersive Reader" option from the toolbar. For PDFs, use the integrated "Read Aloud" functionality, which is available if your document is accessible via Microsoft Edge.
Customize the Audio Output: Adjust the voice settings, speed, and language preferences to tailor the audio experience. Microsoft 365 offers various voice options and playback speeds to suit user needs.
Export or Share: While the audio overview is played directly within the application, you can use screen recording tools or transcription software to save it as an audio file for later use or distribution.
Tips for Optimal Results
Ensure your document is properly formatted with headings and clear text for seamless audio rendering.
Test different voice options to find the most pleasant and intelligible audio experience.
For collaborative use, share the generated audio overview with colleagues via Teams or email to facilitate team discussions.
Conclusion
The ability to create audio overviews of documents in Microsoft 365 exemplifies how technology can bridge gaps in accessibility and efficiency. Whether for individuals requiring assistive tools or professionals juggling multiple tasks, this feature empowers users to interact with content in a flexible and inclusive manner. By leveraging the built-in tools within OneDrive and SharePoint Document Libraries, users can transform documents into auditory summaries that enhance comprehension and workflow.
As workplaces and lifestyles continue to evolve, Microsoft 365’s audio overview functionality underscores the importance of adaptable solutions. Embrace this feature today to unlock new dimensions of productivity and inclusivity in your digital journey.
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