SharePoint and AI: The Secret to Making Copilot Work for Your Business

AI rollouts are everywhere—but why do so many fail before they even get off the ground? 🤔 In this episode of SharePoint Focus, Brendan Ritchie, Mia Tait (First Focus M365 Practice Lead), and Alyssa Blackburn (AvePoint) unpack why most AI proof of concepts don’t deliver results and how SharePoint can help set your business up for success.From government Copilot pilots that missed the mark, to the hidden risks of "confetti licenses," and the critical role of clean, well-governed data—this conversation covers the real-world lessons you need to avoid wasted investment.

We’ll explore:

✅ Why defining clear outcomes is non-negotiable

✅ The importance of data governance and ROT (Redundant, Obsolete, Trivial) cleanup

✅ Training, adoption, and why ease of use matters more than hype

✅ Measuring AI ROI with real-world examples

✅ How to roll out Copilot and AI in stages for lasting success

Whether you’re testing Microsoft Copilot, looking at AI pilots, or trying to avoid wasted spend, this episode will give you the insights to make your AI strategy stick.