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Microsoft launches Microsoft 365 Copilot Business for organisations with under 300 employees

Jamie Hibbard
Head of Marketing

Key Benefits of Microsoft 365 Copilot Business

If your business has fewer than 300 users, there here’s some good news: Microsoft has launched Microsoft 365 Copilot Business, making powerful workplace Ai more accessible and more affordable for small and medium-sized businesses.

This marks the moment that Copilot becomes genuinely within reach for smaller teams. The same intelligent assistant that helps you write, analyse and automate is now available in a package designed for growing organisations, without the enterprise price tag.

You can level the playing field with tools that free up time, sharpen decision-making, and help your people focus on growth.

The original plan

When Microsoft first introduced Copilot, it was positioned primarily for larger organisations, and the early commercial rollout included a 300-seat minimum purchase. That made it harder for smaller teams to adopt, even when the benefits were clear.

Over time, Microsoft broadened availability, and Copilot Business is the next clear step: a full-featured option designed specifically for organisations with under 300 users.

Microsoft 365 Copilot Business is focused on smaller organisations

Microsoft 365 Copilot Business opens the door for organisations under 300 users to use the same core capabilities that were previously associated with enterprise deployments. It is designed to fit how smaller organisations work, with simpler adoption and clearer value.

This is not a cut-down product. It is the same intelligent assistant that helps your team:

• Create documents, emails and presentations in minutes.

• Analyse data and produce clear reports without the heavy lifting.

• Automate repetitive tasks so people can focus on customers and growth.

• Surface insights from meetings, files and messages to speed up decisions.

Why this matters

• Affordable access for organisations under 300 users.

• Enterprise-level productivity without enterprise complexity.

• Works alongside your existing Microsoft 365 tools (you will need a qualifying Microsoft 365 plan).

What you can expect

Faster workflows

Copilot helps you draft, refine and summarise across Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams, so everyday tasks take less time.

Better insight

From spreadsheet analysis to meeting recaps, Copilot turns information into understanding, helping teams act with confidence.

Simpler adoption

Copilot Business is built to align with the Microsoft 365 environment you already use, reducing disruption and keeping change straightforward.

Ready to bring Copilot into your organisation?

To get started, email sales@flotek.io and we will add the licences to your account, typically within 24 hours. Then log in to our Partner Portal to access the training you need. Choose from our library of under three-minute training videos, or watch our latest webinar on demand session with Jay, where he walks through how to use Copilot across Microsoft 365 apps.

What if I already have the enterprise version?

In many cases, you can move to Copilot Business at renewal. Our team will guide you through the best route so there is no disruption to users or data.

Is training available?

Yes. We are launching in-person training soon. You can also access a library of recorded sessions and e-learning modules on our platform to get started straight away.

Do I need new licences?

Copilot Business is an add-on that requires a qualifying Microsoft 365 plan. We will review your current licensing and advise on any changes needed.

How secure is it?

Security is built in. Copilot is designed to work within Microsoft 365’s security, privacy and compliance controls, including enterprise data protection.

Can smaller teams start quickly?

Yes. Copilot Business is designed for quick adoption, with clear onboarding and minimal configuration for smaller environments.

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