AI tools can significantly improve efficiency and productivity, but it’s important to match the capabilities of the AI with the needs of your role.

If you’re regularly working with structured data, Microsoft 365 Copilot might be best because it is integrated with Excel. If you’re drafting research summaries or developing new content, ChatGPT or Copilot Chat may be more appropriate as they offer flexible conversational experiences for brainstorming, writing assistance, or data synthesis.

Careful consideration must be given to the type of data used, and regardless of the tool, humans must remain in control. Always critically review the output of AI tools, verify facts, and make final decisions based on human judgment.

Activities AI Supports

Analyzing Data

Clean data and combine survey responses

Tools to use:

  • ChatGPT
  • Copilot Chat
  • M365 Copilot

Brainstorming and Planning

Summarize content, discover concepts, generate agendas, slides, and plans

Tools to use: 

  • ChatGPT
  • Copilot Chat
  • Microsoft 365 Copilot

Coding and Technical Work

Generate, test, and automate code snippets, and explain script behavior

Tools to use: 

  • Multi-model tool
  • M365 Copilot
  • ChatGPT

Creating images and content

Repurpose long-form content and generate images and infographics

Tools to use: 

  • ChatGPT
  • Copilot Chat
  • Microsoft 365 Copilot

Editing and Writing

Draft emails, reports, presentations, policies, and other written content

Tools to use: 

  • ChatGPT
  • Copilot Chat
  • Microsoft 365 Copilot

Research and Information Gathering

Explore available literature, brainstorm research questions, and draft outlines

Tools to use:

  • ChatGPT  
  • Copilot Chat
  • Microsoft 365 Copilot

Tools and Training Resources

Browse UI-supported tools, explore publicly available tools, and find training opportunities to gain hands-on learning experiences with AI.

UI-Supported AI Tools
Publicly Available Tools
Training and Support