Microsoft recently introduced several new features in SharePoint Embedded at the Build conference—a platform aimed at businesses and developers who want to build AI-driven solutions directly on Microsoft 365. The platform simplifies the use of generative AI in combination with an organization’s documents and knowledge, without compromising on security or compliance.
What is SharePoint Embedded?
SharePoint Embedded is an API-based service that enables developers to create applications leveraging Microsoft 365’s storage, collaboration capabilities, and security features. The solution allows for managing and sharing documents within the company’s own Microsoft 365 environment, which is particularly appealing for organizations with high demands on data protection and governance.
Integration with Microsoft Teams and Copilot
A new feature is the ability to build AI-powered agents and applications that can be used directly within Microsoft Teams. This means users can access their organization’s information—analyzed and presented by AI—without leaving their familiar collaboration tools. Developers also have the option to publish these AI agents directly to Teams and leverage Microsoft 365 Copilot to create custom solutions tailored to their own business needs.
Focus on Security and Compliance
One of the major advantages of SharePoint Embedded is that all data—including AI-generated indexes and searchable vectors—remains within the organization’s Microsoft 365 environment. The platform also manages access controls and adheres to the organization’s existing security policies and compliance rules. This enables companies to use AI within their document management systems without information leaving their own environment, thereby reducing data protection risks.
Example Use Cases
Several companies and developers have already started using SharePoint Embedded to build AI solutions that improve document management and collaboration. For example, in the legal sector, integration with the CoCounsel tool makes it possible to leverage AI directly within the Microsoft environment. This can lead to more efficient workflows while meeting information management requirements.
Would you like to learn more about how SharePoint Embedded works and how it can be used together with Microsoft Teams and Copilot? Read more on Microsoft’s website:
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