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AI like Microsoft 365 Copilot transforms how employees work, but it also introduces new risks if sensitive information is not properly secured. Microsoft Purview now includes Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) for AI, giving IT admins and decision-makers the tools to prepare user devices for safe AI usage. In this post, we will explain the […]
Microsoft 365 Copilot opens up exciting possibilities for productivity, but it also raises fresh questions about data security. Who has access to what, and how can we keep sensitive information from accidentally leaking through Copilot-powered assistance? In this post, we’ll explore how you can use Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies in Microsoft Purview to help […]
If you’ve already rolled out the basic sensitivity labels in Microsoft Purview, you’ve made a solid start toward securing your Copilot deployment. These labels help control who can access content, how it’s shared, and what happens when it leaves your environment. But there’s another layer of protection that often goes overlooked, and it’s one that […]
You’ve locked down sharing and put permission controls in place. But files have a habit of ending up where they shouldn’t. Whether it’s a miss click, a forward-all moment, or someone dragging and dropping a sensitive document into the wrong folder, you need a layer of protection that sticks with the content. That’s exactly what […]
When Microsoft 365 Copilot enters the picture, everything your users can access becomes part of the content Copilot can draw from. That means documents with overly broad permissions, accidental shares, and legacy access settings are all fair game. If something was shared “just for convenience,” Copilot won’t care. It will surface that content confidently, whether […]
Data hygiene has always been important. But now it matters even more. Your organisation has thousands of files across SharePoint, OneDrive, and Exchange. Some haven’t been touched in years. Others are outdated, duplicated, or belong to employees who’ve long since left. Now you’re preparing to roll out Microsoft 365 Copilot. You’re expecting it to be […]
If you’re managing content in SharePoint Online, you already know that retention policies aren’t optional. They are essential for staying compliant, sticking to internal governance standards, and keeping your environment clean and under control. But setting them up isn’t always straightforward. The interface can be unintuitive, and terms like adaptive scope versus static scope don’t […]
How to Block Copilot from Accessing Specific Documents Microsoft has introduced new Sensitivity Label settings, marking a significant advancement in data security within the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. This guide will walk you through how to leverage these settings to prevent Copilot from accessing specific documents, ensuring the protection of sensitive information. Understanding Sensitivity Labels Sensitivity […]
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