Tag:AI Governance

AI governance in Microsoft 365 focuses on managing data exposure risks across AI tools such as Microsoft 365 Copilot and third-party generative AI services. Using Microsoft controls including Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Entra and Defender, organisations can control access, reduce oversharing, monitor usage and protect sensitive data across both Microsoft and external AI environments.

How to Deploy Microsoft Purview DLP for Copilot and Generative AI

Posted on 16 May 2026Updated on 16 May 2026by Nikki Chapple

Organisations adopting Microsoft 365 Copilot and generative AI are facing a common challenge. Data is no longer static. It is constantly moving, reused, and now being surfaced and generated by AI.

This changes the risk profile.

The questions I hear most often are:

What are the real data security risks with AI?
Which controls actually make a difference?
How do we deploy them effectively in Microsoft Purview?

This guide builds on my ECS 2026 session and focuses on the controls that provide the greatest practical value. It cuts through the noise and shows how to use Microsoft Purview DLP for Copilot and generative AI, with a practical approach to reducing real-world data leakage risk across both internal and external AI tools.

Why Microsoft 365 Copilot Data Readiness Matters

Posted on 11 September 2025Updated on 16 May 2026by Nikki Chapple

Microsoft 365 Copilot Data Readiness is essential for secure and effective AI adoption. Copilot is transforming the way we work by boosting productivity, creativity, and efficiency across Microsoft 365. But here is the challenge: Copilot surfaces what users already have access to. If your data governance is not in order, sensitive information could be exposed.

So, the big question is:
Is your data ready for Microsoft 365 Copilot?

I recently joined Mark Thompson from The Inform Team for a webinar on this topic. We explored how Copilot interacts with your Microsoft 365 environment, the risks of oversharing, and how to build a secure, governed foundation for responsible AI adoption.

🎥 Watch the full webinar: YouTube Recording

Governing AI Shadow IT with the Microsoft Purview Browser Extension

Posted on 20 August 2025Updated on 16 May 2026by Nikki Chapple

AI tools like ChatGPT, Bard, and Claude are transforming the workplace. From customer service to content creation, employees are increasingly turning to them as productivity boosters. But with this innovation comes a challenge:

⚠️ How do you protect sensitive company data from being unintentionally exposed, while still enabling the benefits of AI?

The answer: the Microsoft Purview Browser Extension — a lightweight, privacy-first tool that gives organizations visibility and control over browser activity without becoming intrusive. When combined with Endpoint DLP, Insider Risk Management (IRM), and Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) for AI, it provides a powerful way to govern risky behavior, including shadow AI.

A four‑step guide to using DSPM for AI to monitor and manage risky behaviour — without compromising privacy
What the Purview Browser Extension is and why it matters
How it works alongside Endpoint DLP and Insider Risk Management (IRM)

Measuring Copilot and Gen AI Success and Risks with Viva Insights and Purview – ECS 2025

Posted on 30 May 2025Updated on 31 May 2025by Nikki Chapple

Measure Copilot and Gen AI Success and Risks Using Viva Insights, Microsoft Purview, and the Microsoft 365 Admin Center reports

Earlier this month, I had the pleasure of speaking at the European Collaboration Summit 2025 in Düsseldorf, Germany. It was an incredible opportunity to connect with fellow Microsoft 365 professionals and explore a timely, strategic question:

How do we measure the success—and manage the risks—of Microsoft Copilot and Generative AI?

In my session, “Measuring Copilot and Gen AI Success and Risks with Viva Insights and Purview,” I shared practical, real-world strategies for going beyond basic usage statistics to understand the full picture: adoption, impact, sentiment, and security posture.