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Maurício Pinheiro
With the proliferation of AI tools aiming to enhance productivity and improve collaboration, it is worth highlighting two of them in this brief article: Microsoft 365 Copilot, developed by Microsoft, and the “Collaborative Partner” introduced by Google.
Microsoft 365 Copilot
The Microsoft 365 Copilot will be a powerful tool that combines state-of-the-art artificial intelligence with Microsoft 365 applications. It will boost productivity by unleashing your creativity, simplifying tasks, and enhancing your skills. With features such as draft generation, automatic summaries, data analysis, and automation of repetitive tasks, the Copilot will enable you to work efficiently, saving you time and energy.
Powered by the advanced GPT-4 model from OpenAI, this new AI tool will be integrated into all the Microsoft applications you use daily, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams, providing a smoother and more productive experience.
Furthermore, the updated Microsoft 365 will bring exciting new capabilities, such as the integration of OpenAI’s DALL-E with PowerPoint. Soon, you will be able to request the Copilot to create custom AI-generated images to accompany your presentations. In Outlook, the Copilot will also be your ally in crafting effective emails, suggesting changes, and providing helpful tips. In OneNote, the Copilot will leverage suggestions to create plans, generate ideas, create lists, and organize information, making it easier for users to find what they need. And in Viva Learning, the Copilot will employ a chat interface to assist users in building personalized learning journeys, including creating learning paths, discovering new educational resources, and scheduling time for training.
Google’s Collaborative Partner
Google has also launched AI-powered writing features to enhance productivity, creativity, and collaboration for Google Workspace users. This AI is referred to by Google as a “collaborative partner” and works alongside users, providing suggestions, insights, content summaries, and more. Initially, this collaborative partner will be available to “trusted testers” of Google Docs and Gmail.
In Gmail, the Workspace AI can automatically organize the inbox, summarize conversations, and assist in composing and replying to emails. While Gmail is already intuitive, allowing conversations to be organized and classified through chatbot commands can be especially useful for those less familiar with technology. The ability to summarize conversations and suggest responses based on email information is a powerful feature that everyone can benefit from. It’s important to remember that suggestions may have flaws, especially in the early stages, so user evaluation and refinement are necessary. Together, the user and the AI will work as collaborative partners to accomplish tasks.
In Docs, the AI assists in generating ideas, reviewing, writing, and rephrasing texts. This can be a significant advantage for those facing creative blocks or having limited time available. However, it is crucial to establish responsible guidelines for using AI in creating “original” content in environments such as journalism and schools. By harnessing the power of this “collaborative partner,” it is possible to promote collaboration between computers and humans to improve outcomes.
Google emphasizes that this is not the first time they have introduced collaborative features in Docs. Johanna Voolich Wright, Vice President of Product at Google Workspace, stated that just as they revolutionized real-time collaboration with co-authoring in Docs 17 years ago, they are excited to once again transform creation and collaboration in Workspace. While Google has demonstrated the functionality for other applications, they have not specified when the AI collaborative partner will be available in other areas of Workspace beyond Docs and Gmail.
Concerns
Concerns arise with text-based generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, due to their potential for algorithmic bias, extending to the new tools developed by Google and Microsoft as well. The outputs of these tools may contain inaccuracies and prejudices due to the processing of data without proper selection or adequate supervision of the training data. Additionally, the prevalence of online content in English, primarily created by specific demographic groups, can influence the style and linguistic constructions reproduced by AI tools. Security concerns are also relevant, as these tools can facilitate the actions of cybercriminals by enabling the rapid collection and extraction of desired data. The lack of available offline versions increases the risk of data breaches when uploading relevant content online. These issues raise concerns about the collection and synthesis of personal data by the world’s largest corporations, affecting user privacy.
Conclusions
Both tools represent significant advances in the field of AI applied to productivity and collaboration. By utilizing advanced algorithms and learning from user interactions through natural language, these tools have the potential to improve efficiency, creativity, and collaboration in the workplace. However, it is important to emphasize that responsible implementation and careful consideration of potential biases and security concerns are crucial aspects when using these AI tools.
In summary, Microsoft 365 Copilot and Google’s collaborative partner are notable examples of how AI is being used to enhance productivity and collaboration in the workplace. These tools have the potential to transform how we work by providing intelligent assistance and valuable insights, but it is essential to ensure an ethical and responsible approach when employing these technologies.
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References
https://blogs.microsoft.com/blog/2023/03/16/introducing-microsoft-365-copilot-your-copilot-for-work/
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