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Excel introduces AI features with Copilot
Microsoft takes a big step toward smarter working
With the introduction of the new AI function =COPILOT() in Excel, Microsoft has reached a technological milestone. Users can now create formulas in natural language, directly in a cell. The result? Less time spent searching or wrestling with complex formulas and more time for analysis and decision making.
This functionality is useful for beginners and offers experienced users significant time savings.
For organisations that rely on Microsoft 365, this means a real boost in smart and efficient working within a familiar environment. This aligns perfectly with our vision: “ICT should work as effortlessly as water from the tap.”
What does this innovation mean for your organisation?
1. Accessible and low-threshold – anyone can become an Excel expert
Copilot makes building complex formulas easier than ever. Type your question in plain language and Copilot converts it into the correct formula. For example:
=COPILOT("Give the average revenue for the last three months", B2:D20)
Excel generates the formula immediately and updates results automatically when your data changes. This lowers the barrier to entry so more employees can analyse data and generate insights independently, making organisations faster and more efficient.
2. Smart combinations – formulas and analysis within reach
By combining Copilot with classic Excel functions like IF , SWITCH and LAMBDA , complex analyses become straightforward.
Use cases:
Benefits: save time, improve analysis, and scale processes. Organisations extract more value from their data without expensive BI tools.
- Budget monitoring: Let Copilot check whether costs stay within budget. Combine with
IFfor an immediate result: “Within budget” or “Overrun”. - Sales analysis: Automatically classify orders as “Small”, “Medium” or “Large” using
SWITCHand Copilot. - HR feedback: Analyse employee feedback (for example “positive”, “neutral” or “negative”) and build dynamic dashboards with
LAMBDAfor fast insights.
3. Secure and reliable
- Data remains within your workbook and is not used to train AI models.
- Accessible to Microsoft 365 Copilot subscribers via the Insider channels.
- Full control over your data: you decide who has access.
Microsoft ensures the security and integrity of your data:
Benefit: a secure environment where data remains confidential, allowing organisations to adopt AI features with confidence.
4. Immediate insights – smart choices for the future
Demand for efficiency, speed and scalability is growing rapidly. With Copilot you not only work smarter but also adopt a future-proof technology. Instead of investing in costly BI systems, you get direct insights in the familiar Excel environment.
Benefit: organisations can respond faster to change, generate insights quicker, and use data to make strategic decisions.
Why choose QUBE as your partner?
At QUBE we help organisations using Microsoft 365 get the most out of their digital workspace. The introduction of Copilot in Excel fits our belief that ICT should be as effortless and reliable as water from the tap.
With our expertise we help your organisation work smarter with Copilot and other AI features. Whether it's budget management, sales analysis or HR insights, we are ready to help you take the next step.
Prepare your organisation for the future
With Copilot, data analysis becomes as easy as turning on a tap. Want to see how your organisation can leverage this game changer? Contact us today for a demo or consultation. Together we will take your next step toward smarter working. A smart move.
