With the recent release of the 2025 Work Trend Index, we have learned that the workplace is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and 2025 is the year where the Frontier firm is born. Human-agent collaboration is reshaping the future of work, with AI becoming a transformative force in business and knowledge processes.
The spring release of Microsoft 365 Copilot Wave 2 Spring Release is here, and it’s taking human-agent teamwork to the next level. It has shown that Copilot is at the forefront of this transformation. This update is all about unlocking new levels of productivity and creativity, changing the way we use technology at work.
What’s New in Microsoft 365 Copilot Wave 2 Spring Release?
In summary, the release is about enabling seamless collaboration between humans and intelligent agents. Microsoft has introduced ground breaking features designed to revolutionise the way professionals work, from uncovering insights to driving creative excellence. Here’s a closer look at some of the standout updates:
Updated Microsoft 365 Copilot app
- AI-powered Search: Forget endless digging through files. The new search capabilities empower users to find the information they need quickly and efficiently.
- Memory and personalisation: Copilot gathers information about your work habits and preferences through chats, job profile, custom instructions, and more. Memory and personalisation are private and can be controlled when handling sensitive information.
- Create: No design skills? No problem. This feature allows users to craft professional-quality visuals and presentations effortlessly – all within Copilot Chat using your work data.
- Copilot Notebooks: You can now pull together a wide range of content such as your notes, documents, websites, meeting recordings, and transform your data and content into actionable insights in real-time. This tool provides instant clarity and elevates decision-making to a whole new level.
- Agent Store: Simplify your workflow by accessing and deploying intelligent agents directly in the flow of your tasks. It’s a hub for the tools you need, all in one place.
Let’s take a tour of the updated M365 Copilot app on this video launched by Microsoft:
Introducing Researcher and Analyst in the Agent Store
Microsoft has announced the arrival of two ground breaking reasoning agents -Researcher and Analyst. They are both now available in the new Agent Store via the Frontier program. These innovative agents are powered by Open Ai’s deep reasoning models and represent a significant leap forward in AI-driven productivity.
Researcher: Your Key to Quality Insights
Researcher is designed to tackle complex, multi-step problems with unparalleled precision and depth. Whether you’re diving into intricate projects or synthesising vast amounts of information, this agent delivers insights of higher quality and accuracy than ever before, empowering you to make informed decisions with confidence.
Analyst: Transforming Raw Data into Actionable Insights
Acting like a skilled data scientist, Analyst simplifies the journey from raw data to meaningful insights. In just minutes, you can uncover patterns, trends, and valuable information without the need for advanced analytical expertise, making it an indispensable tool for businesses looking to harness the power of their data.
Microsoft Copilot Studio: Enhanced platform for AI Makers
Copilot Studio enables the seamless creation and secure customisation of enterprise-grade agents tailored to your specific business requirements. The Copilot Control System equips IT administrators with essential tools for managing, governing, and assessing Copilot and its agents across the entire organisation.
New features to the Copilot Control System include:
Enhanced Apps and Agents in Data Security Posture Management for AI: With Purview, this enhancement offers IT administrators a unified dashboard to oversee and regulate AI applications and agents. This includes comprehensive control over data classification, protection policies, and access permissions.
Agent Management in the Microsoft 365 admin center: This allows users to manage agent deployment through providing functionalities to enable, disable, or block agents for individual users or groups to ensure that the appropriate agents are utilised by the right personnel, aligning with the organisation’s business objectives.
Copilot Analytics: It is now possible to evaluate the usage and business impact of your agents. The new Copilot Studio Agents Report, accessible via Microsoft Viva Insights, offers IT a detailed overview of how agent-assisted actions contribute to productivity improvements and ROI.
Watch this YouTube video to find out more about the enhancements:
Why This Matters to Microsoft Partners
For Microsoft partners like you, this update represents a significant leap forward in the solutions you can offer your clients. The concept of the Frontier Firm where businesses are built around intelligence-on-demand and human-agent synergy will resonate strongly with organisations seeking transformative efficiency and innovation. As partners, you are in a unique position to champion this evolution. By educating and supporting customers in adopting these tools, you can help them unlock new opportunities, drive ROI, and stay ahead in an increasingly competitive market.
Infinigate Cloud’s Take on the Update
The Microsoft 365 Copilot Wave 2 Spring release emphasis on fluid, intuitive interactions with AI reflects Microsoft’s vision for making technology an indispensable ally in the workplace.
As exciting as these updates are, their true power lies in how you, as a partner, bring them to life for your clients. The future of work is here, and it is more collaborative, creative, and dynamic than ever.
What’s next?
To make the most of the Microsoft 365 Copilot Wave 2 release, here are some recommended next steps for our partners:
- Educate Your Team: Ensure your team is familiar with the new features and how they can add value to clients.
- Support from Infinifgate Cloud’s Microsoft team: Please reach out to Toby Ip, Modern Work and Copilot Solutions Lead at toby.ip@infinigate.cloud to explore how we can support you on this.
- Leverage Marketing Resources: Use Microsoft’s resources and the support from the Infinigate team to create compelling campaigns that highlight the value.
- Stay Updated: Keep an eye on upcoming updates and training opportunities to maintain your position as a trusted technology partner.
The Wave 2 release is an invitation to reimagine what’s possible in the workplace. By embracing these tools and guiding your clients on this journey, you can cement your role as a catalyst for innovation and success. Get in touch today to discover how you can gain a competitive edge and stay ahead of the curve.