Artificial Intelligence in everyday working life: Opportunities, hurdles and a community event with a practical focus
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic topic—it has become part of everyday working life. Tools like Microsoft 365 Copilot demonstrate how AI can support employees in their daily work. However, the path to successful implementation still presents challenges for many companies.
Three key hurdles and how they can be overcome:
1. Lack of understanding of AI potential
Many companies struggle to communicate the concrete benefits of AI. AI is often perceived as abstract or as a technology for specialists.
Things to pay attention to:
Clear communication: What can AI do – and what can’t it do?
Concrete use cases that are aligned with the teams’ goals.
Promote understanding that AI does not replace but supports.
How Copilot can help:
Microsoft 365 Copilot brings AI directly into familiar applications like Word, Outlook, or Teams. This allows employees to experience firsthand how AI takes on tasks, suggests content, or creates summaries – practically rather than theoretically.
2. Lack of training and change management
The biggest hurdle is rarely technology—it's people. Without targeted support, potential remains untapped or is often met with rejection.
Things to pay attention to:
Training that not only explains functions but also promotes new ways of working.
Change management and a culture that addresses fears and builds trust.
Multipliers who demonstrate the benefits in everyday life.
How Copilot can help:
Thanks to its intuitive operation and integration with Microsoft 365, getting started is easy. Employees learn in the flow of their work – without the need for additional platforms.
3. Lack of success measurement
Many companies invest in AI without defining clear criteria for success. The result: uncertainty about the ROI.
Things to pay attention to:
Define measurable goals such as time savings, quality improvements or satisfaction.
Evaluate success not only technically but also culturally.
Schedule regular reviews.
How Copilot can help:
Usage analytics and the Microsoft 365 Admin Center make trends and improvements visible, making the added value of AI data-driven and transparent.
Learn more live at AI Productivity Unleashed
If you want to go deeper, you should take a look at the Community Event by Fabio Bonolo Don't miss it – powered by redIT. 🚀
Following last year's successful online premiere (over 130 registrations, 80+ live participants), the format is now entering its second round, this time in an on-site format at Microsoft Switzerland in The Circle at Zurich Airport. The goal is to build knowledge and a community in Switzerland and share practical experiences with the use of Microsoft Copilot & AI in everyday work.
Instead of marketing phrases, participants expect Best practices, insights and real exchange of experiences.
The agenda follows the typical Copilot introduction journey:
readinessDaniel Rohregger shows how to avoid oversharing in M365 and make the environment fit 📂
Adoption: In the interactive RealityCheck, Tanja Wiehoff provides answers to the question “Where is Copilot worthwhile – and where is it not?”
Adoption: Leonardo Ballacchino presents a proven framework for managing implementation and success 📈
Usage/Feature: Christoph Twiehaus presents the exciting Copilot Notebooks (I.e.
Extension with agents: Pascal Brunner-Nikolla takes us into the world of CopilotAgents – James Bond included 🍸
As mentioned, the whole thing takes place in an inspiring location: Microsoft Switzerland, matching the Copilot branding and ideal for networking. In addition to the expert sessions, there will be plenty of space for discussion – over coffee and cake, a shared lunch, and a cozy aperitif at the end.
👉 And finally ... AI will permanently change the way we work – but only if companies take the hurdles seriously and engage their employees. This community event offers the perfect opportunity to share experiences, gain practical insights, and set the course for the future.
We at redIT are delighted to support this event – and, of course, look forward to many exciting discussions on site!
👉Don’t miss it and Sign up here - We look forward to seeing you!
