The AI Race: Is Microsoft Copilot Worth It?

By: Ben Fielding | Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes

Only If You’re Set Up for Success

At Nxt Gen IT, we’ve had countless conversations with businesses just like yours. Many are already paying for Microsoft Copilot, but very few are seeing its full value and wondering if the investment is worth it’s cost. That’s not because Copilot doesn’t work. It’s because they haven’t been set up to succeed.

“We’re interested in AI, but we don’t know where to start.”
“Is Copilot included in our Microsoft 365 licence?”
“We tried it, but nothing really happened.”

Sound familiar? You’re not alone. With all the hype surrounding artificial intelligence, it’s easy for business owners and leadership teams to feel like they’re missing out. Or worse, wasting money on something that’s not delivering.

Here’s how we help change that.


The Problem Isn’t Copilot. It’s Readiness.

Copilot is powerful but only when the foundations are in place.
If your data is disorganised, if your teams aren’t trained, or if your Microsoft environment hasn’t been properly configured, Copilot won’t deliver the game-changing results it’s capable of.

That’s why we’ve created the Copilot Readiness Review: a simple, structured way to assess where your business is today, and what needs to happen next to unlock the full power of AI.


What We Check in a Copilot Readiness Review

Do You Even Have Microsoft Copilot Turned On?

You’d be surprised how many businesses don’t realise it’s already included in their Microsoft subscription or that it’s available but not activated properly. We’ll check:

  • Is Copilot licensed and deployed?
  • Are staff using it day-to-day?
  • Are they aware of what it can actually do?

Is Your Data Structured and Secure?

Copilot pulls its information from your Microsoft environment. If your files are a mess or not labelled correctly, Copilot’s results could be inaccurate. Or worse, expose sensitive data.

We’ll look at:

  • Where your files live (OneDrive, SharePoint, Teams)
  • Whether data is labelled correctly (e.g. confidential, internal)
  • If your permissions are set up to avoid accidental oversharing

Do Your People Trust It or Question It?

AI is only helpful if your team understands when and how to use it. That means more than just showing them where the button is.

We’ll help you answer:

  • Have your teams had AI Awareness Training?
  • Is there a policy on what’s appropriate AI use?
  • Are your staff fact-checking outputs before using them?

Your Score = Your Roadmap

After the review, we’ll provide a clear, jargon-free summary of where you stand, along with a tailored roadmap for getting the most out of Microsoft Copilot.

Depending on your readiness, that could mean:

  • Introducing Copilot from scratch
  • Unlocking advanced features in Teams, Outlook, or SharePoint
  • Rolling out a company-wide AI use policy and training

Every recommendation is designed to help you work smarter, stay compliant, and gain a competitive edge without wasting time or budget.


Why It Matters Now

AI isn’t just a buzzword. It’s a practical tool that, when implemented properly, can:

  • Save hours of admin each week
  • Improve decision-making with instant data summaries
  • Free up your team to focus on high-value work

But it all starts with a strategic setup. That’s where we come in.


Nxt Steps: Ready to See What Copilot Can Do for You?

If you’re curious about AI and want a no-nonsense, practical way to get started, we’re here to help. Our Copilot Readiness Review takes the guesswork out of AI and helps your business move forward with confidence.

✅ No tech jargon
✅ No pushy sales pitch
✅ Just clear, helpful advice

Let’s help you decide if Microsoft Copilot is worth it and what it could do for your business—once it’s set up the right way.

Book Your Copilot Readiness Review