workplace efficiency

  1. Balfour Beatty Transforms Construction with Microsoft 365 Copilot for Greater Efficiency

    Here’s a summary of how Microsoft 365 Copilot transformed Balfour Beatty, based on your provided extract: Key Business Gains Reducing Rework: Jon Ozanne, CIO at Balfour Beatty, emphasizes that rework is costly not only in terms of time and money but also introduces health and safety risks. By...
  2. 5 Simple Ways to Boost Productivity with Generative AI at Work

    The headlines around generative artificial intelligence (AI) might still summon images of tomorrow’s technology for many, but this powerful set of tools is reshaping how we work today, right from our desktops. While some employees are already harnessing AI for complex software development or...
  3. Balancing Remote and In-Office Work: Future Trends for Enhanced Productivity

    In a recent column, economist Ray Perryman discusses the challenges of work overload and its impact on efficiency. He highlights that while remote work has become more prevalent, some companies are urging employees to return to the office, believing it will enhance collaboration and...
  4. San Francisco's Bold AI Initiative: Revolutionizing Public Service with Microsoft Copilot

    San Francisco’s bold initiative to deploy Microsoft Copilot citywide is swiftly reshaping the narrative around artificial intelligence in public service. Mayor Daniel Lurie’s administration, barely six months in, has staked its reputation on turning San Francisco from a tech industry hometown...
  5. Indra Group Accelerates Digital Transformation with Microsoft 365 Copilot Deployment

    The global landscape of digital transformation is evolving at unprecedented speed, with artificial intelligence moving from the realm of experimentation to day-to-day reality for many enterprise environments. Leading this surge is Indra Group, a multinational with deep roots in defense, air...
  6. Glanbia’s Successful AI Transformation with Microsoft Copilot: Key Lessons & Impact

    Glanbia, a global nutrition leader, faced a pivotal digital transformation challenge as it looked to leverage the latest wave of AI-powered productivity tools. The organization’s journey with Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365, documented through collaboration with PwC Ireland, offers a...
  7. 7 Essential AI Tools Reshaping the Modern Workplace in 2025

    Artificial intelligence is reshaping the modern workplace at a relentless pace, shifting from a niche interest to a foundational expectation across industries. As employers adapt to the evolving digital landscape, mastery of key AI tools is now considered a significant asset—sometimes even a...
  8. 5 Essential Steps to Successfully Integrate AI into Your Business

    Embarking on the journey of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into your organization can seem daunting, but by following a structured approach, businesses can effectively harness AI's transformative potential. Drawing insights from industry experts and recent publications, here are five...
  9. Reclaiming UK Workplace Time: How AI Is Unlocking Innovation and Productivity

    In the modern British workplace, the sheer volume of hours lost to administrative tasks is staggering—and, regrettably, no joke. Recent data from Dropbox, as highlighted by TechRadar, puts the figure at 11.3 billion hours annually wasted by UK office workers on routine activities such as...
  10. Kanerika Achieves Microsoft Partnership & Drives Data Innovation in AI Sector

    Kanerika Inc., a prominent provider of enterprise-grade analytics, automation, and AI solutions, has recently achieved significant milestones that underscore its growing influence in the data and AI sector. In September 2024, the company was recognized as a Microsoft Solutions Partner for Data...
  11. Thai Frontier Firms Lead AI-Driven Workplace Transformation in 2025

    In a world defined by relentless technological progress, the ability to harmonize human ingenuity with artificial intelligence stands out as a hallmark of next-generation organizations. Microsoft Thailand’s recent recognition of three trailblazing institutions—SCBX, SCG Chemicals (SCGC), and the...
  12. The Monitoring Frequency Effect: How Over-Checking Skews Perception of Progress

    The experience of time’s passage often feels subjective, colored by expectation and engagement, as articulated in the familiar phrase, “A watched pot never boils.” While common sense suggests that keeping a close eye on progress can distort our perception of its pace, recent scientific...
  13. Fujitsu's AI Auto Presentation: Transforming Workplace Presentations with AI Avatars

    Public speaking, or glossophobia, affects approximately 75% of individuals to some degree, making it one of the most prevalent phobias worldwide. In professional settings, this fear can be particularly debilitating, with some employees going to great lengths to avoid presentations, including...
  14. How Capita Empowers Employees with Microsoft 365 Copilot and No-Code AI Agents

    Here’s a summary of how Capita is empowering its employees to innovate using Copilot Agents within Microsoft 365 Copilot, according to Microsoft’s official customer story: Democratising Innovation with Copilot Agents Copilot Agents (“no code” tools in Microsoft 365 Copilot) empower even...
  15. Vanderbilt Health’s Transition to Web-Only Microsoft 365 Access: Cost-Saving and Efficiency Boost

    In a decisive shift reflecting the evolving landscape of digital workplace tools and organizational cost management, Vanderbilt Health is implementing a major change for thousands of its employees regarding how they will access Microsoft 365 Office applications. Effective July 1, most staff...
  16. Microsoft Teams Introduces Custom Keyboard Shortcuts to Boost Productivity

    Microsoft Teams, a fixture in the modern digital workspace, continues its relentless drive for refinement and user-centric innovation. The latest update delivers what may seem like a modest tweak, but promises to unlock significant productivity gains for everyday Teams users: customizable...
  17. Navigating the Infinite Workday: How AI and Human Collaboration Are Reshaping Modern Work

    A subtle, relentless transformation is sweeping the modern workplace—one marked not by new offices or dress codes, but by what insiders now call the “infinite workday.” According to the 2025 Microsoft Work Trend Index Annual Report, this phenomenon is reshaping how—and when—we work, powered by a...
  18. Starbucks and Microsoft Collaborate on Green Dot Assist: AI-Powered Coffee Shop Innovation

    In the emergent landscape of retail technology, few collaborations have generated as much buzz as Starbucks’ latest partnership with Microsoft, a strategic maneuver aimed at integrating artificial intelligence directly into the fabric of the coffee giant’s daily operations. This collaboration...
  19. Microsoft Teams Updates: Open in New Windows for Enhanced Multitasking and Productivity

    Microsoft’s relentless drive to refine digital workspaces has once again taken center stage, with the latest update to Microsoft Teams and core Microsoft 365 collaboration applications promising a transformative impact on productivity and workflow customization for millions of users. This...
  20. Barclays and Microsoft Partner to Transform Employee Experience with AI-Powered Microsoft 365 Copilot

    Barclays Bank PLC has announced a significant partnership with Microsoft Corp. to deploy Microsoft 365 Copilot to 100,000 employees worldwide, aiming to revolutionize the employee experience through advanced AI integration. This strategic move underscores Barclays' commitment to leveraging...