Tony Chappell

TL;DR: How Copilot and Generative AI are Revolutionizing Technical Documentation In the fast-paced world of IT, staying current with the latest technology developments is crucial. However, the sheer volume of technical documentation and white papers can be overwhelming. Enter Copilot and LLM-based generative AI, the game-changers that are transforming how we consume and retain information. The Challenge: Information Overload We've all been there—faced with a lengthy technical document or white paper that we know is important but simply don't have the time to read in full. The internet trope "TL;DR" (Too Long; Didn't Read) perfectly encapsulates this common dilemma. In an industry where time is money, the ability to quickly grasp the essence of complex documents is invaluable. The Solution: Copilot and Generative AI Copilot, powered by advanced generative AI models, offers a solution to this problem. By summarizing long technical documents and white papers, Copilot...

Automating Version History Trim in All Document Libraries in a SharePoint Online Site Collection Using PowerShell Managing version history in SharePoint Online is essential for maintaining an organized and efficient document library. By setting automatic version history trim, you can control the number of versions retained for each document, ensuring that your storage is used effectively and that users can easily access the most relevant versions. In this blog post, we'll walk you through the process of setting automatic version history trim on all document libraries in a SharePoint Online site collection using PowerShell. Why Set Automatic Version History Trim? Versioning in SharePoint Online allows you to track changes to documents and restore previous versions if needed. However, without proper management, versioning can lead to excessive storage consumption and cluttered document libraries. Setting automatic version history trim helps you: Optimize Storage : By limiting the num...

  As seasoned Microsoft 365 consultants, leveraging cutting-edge tools to streamline workflows and enhance productivity is paramount. Microsoft 365 Copilot, an AI-powered assistant designed to augment Microsoft 365 applications, stands out as a revolutionary tool in this regard. Copilot integrates deeply within the Microsoft ecosystem, assisting with a range of tasks from drafting emails to developing complex Power Apps. In this blog post, we will explore the top five ways Microsoft 365 Copilot can increase productivity for experienced Microsoft 365 consultants, with a special focus on its capabilities in Power App development. 1. Streamlined Email and Document Drafting One of the most time-consuming tasks for information workers is drafting emails and documents. Microsoft 365 Copilot can significantly reduce the time spent on these activities through its intelligent suggestion capabilities. By analyzing the context and purpose of emails and documents, Copilot can suggest phras...