Note: With all things related to AI, please be aware that some things may not be accurate or available due to certain limitations within the environment. Teams version, Copilot licensing, Audio issues, etc. will impact the effectiveness of the results.
Benefits of Copilot in Teams Meetings:
- Real-Time Summaries and Recaps
Catch up instantly if you join late or need a quick overview of what’s been discussed.
- Automated Note-Taking
Copilot captures key points, decisions, and action items, reducing manual effort.
- Action Item Tracking
Identifies tasks and assigns owners automatically for better follow-up.
- AI-Powered Insights
Answers contextual questions like:
“Where do we disagree?” or “What questions can I ask to move forward?”
- Language Support
Provides transcription and translation for multilingual teams.
- Integration with Microsoft 365
Works seamlessly with Outlook, Word, and Planner for follow-up tasks.
- Improved Meeting Efficiency
Reduces time spent on administrative tasks and keeps everyone aligned.
Limitations of Copilot in Teams Meetings
- Transcript Dependency
Copilot relies on transcription. If transcription is disabled or inaccurate, summaries may be incomplete.
- Non-Verbal Cues Ignored
Cannot interpret tone, facial expressions, or body language.
- Limited Context
Does not include information from private chats, emails, or documents outside the meeting.
- Channel Meetings Limitation
Copilot features are not fully supported in Teams channel calendar meetings.
- Accuracy Challenges
Transcription quality may vary based on accents, jargon, or audio quality.
- Licensing Requirement
Requires a Microsoft 365 Copilot add-on license; without it, features are unavailable.
- Privacy and Compliance
Organizational policies and sensitivity labels can restrict Copilot functionality.
Best Practices for Users:
- Ensure transcription is enabled for your meeting.
- Speak clearly for better transcription accuracy.
- Use Copilot prompts like:
“Summarize key decisions” or “List action items from this meeting.”
- Confirm your organization has assigned the Microsoft 365 Copilot license.
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Microsoft Teams Knowledge Article Index
