Microsoft Embraces Shadow IT, Introduces BYOC for Copilot Access
Microsoft has adopted a new approach to shadow IT, embracing it rather than trying to prevent it. Samer Baroudi, Senior Product Marketing Manager at Microsoft, announced the BYOC (Bring Your Own Copilot) strategy, allowing employees to use personal Microsoft 365 subscriptions to access Copilot features at workplaces that lack AI tools.
The tech giant has shifted its stance, now focusing on managing shadow IT instead of prohibiting it. This new approach, dubbed 'BYOC', enables employees to utilise personal Microsoft 365 subscriptions to access Copilot features in their work environments. However, Microsoft has implemented safeguards to ensure data protection and IT control. IT admins can disallow personal Copilot usage on work documents and audit interactions made using personal Copilot accounts. Despite endorsing shadow IT, Microsoft insists that this approach keeps enterprise data secure and maintains IT control.
Microsoft's decision to allow personal Copilot usage at work, under the BYOC approach, acknowledges the prevalence of shadow IT. The company believes this strategy empowers employees while keeping data protected and IT in control. Employees should note that their prompts and responses using personal Copilot accounts at work will be captured by their employer.
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