Nikki Chapple

Why Microsoft 365 Copilot Data Readiness Matters

Posted on 11 September 2025Updated on 11 September 2025by 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

Enhance Your Data Security Strategies – IRMS Conference 2025

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

I’m deeply honoured to have delivered the closing keynote with Ryan John Murphy from Microsoft at the IRMS Conference 2025 – The Peaky Path to Progress | 18th – 20th May 2025 | Birmingham, UK an event that continues to be the beating heart of the information management community. With over 400 professionals from across sectors, this year’s theme, “The Peaky Path to Progress,” couldn’t have been more fitting.

As we navigate an era where data is both an asset and a liability, my session—“Protecting Your Sensitive Data with Microsoft Purview: Practical Information Protection and DLP Strategies”—focused on equipping organizations with the tools and mindset to climb their own digital mountains.

Microsoft Information Protection – In the Centre of It All! – Insights from the ‘All Things M365 Compliance’ Podcast

Posted on 14 March 2025Updated on 14 March 2025by Nikki Chapple

In today’s digital landscape, data security is critical, and Microsoft Information Protection sits at the centre of safeguarding sensitive information. By enabling organizations to classify, protect, and govern their data, Microsoft Purview Information Protection (MPIP) empowers businesses to apply sensitivity labels, encryption, and access controls across Microsoft 365 and beyond. This ensures consistent security and compliance in an increasingly complex regulatory environment.

In a recent All Things M365 Compliance podcast, Nikki Chapple, Ryan John Murphy, and Microsoft MVP Victor Wingsing explored the importance of data classification and sensitivity labels in Microsoft Purview. This blog captures their valuable insights and offers practical strategies for organizations looking to strengthen their data protection practices and mitigate security risks.

Mastering Microsoft Purview Exact Data Match: All Things M365 Compliance Podcast

Posted on 22 February 2025Updated on 14 March 2025by Nikki Chapple

What are the benefits of Microsoft Purview’s Exact Data Match (EDM)? This question is explored in the latest episode of the All Things M365 Compliance Podcast: Mastering Microsoft Purview Exact Data Match. In today’s world, where data breaches are becoming increasingly common, protecting your organization’s sensitive information is critical. However, traditional data classification methods often rely on patterns and keywords, which can lead to false positives and inefficiencies, complicating efforts to protect data. The advantage of EDM is that it provides a precise solution, enabling you to classify and secure your data using exact values from your structured sources, such as an employee list.

In this latest episode of the All Things M365 Compliance Podcast/Vodcast, Ewelina Paczkowska joins hosts Nikki Chapple and Ryan John Murphy to explore mastering Microsoft Purview’s Exact Data Match and discuss its benefits and practical functionality.

All Things M365 Compliance Podcast Ep 23: MPARR – Microsoft 365 Reporting

Posted on 10 December 2024Updated on 10 December 2024by Nikki Chapple

In Episode 23 of the All Things M365 Compliance Podcast, hosts Ryan John Murphy and Nikki Chapple explore the innovative Microsoft Purview Advanced Rich Reports (MPARR) with Sebastián Zamorano. MPARR takes Microsoft Purview’s standard reporting capabilities to the next level by using APIs to collect data on over 680 activities. The result? Users can create customized and detailed PowerBI reports that offer a comprehensive overview of your Microsoft 365 data landscape, providing a reassuringly thorough understanding of your data. This enhances your ability to manage and protect sensitive information and provides a clear understanding of your compliance posture.

You can read on to learn more about Microsoft Purview Advanced Rich Reports (MPARR) and watch or listen to the podcast.

Securing Microsoft 365 Copilot: Key Insights from Workplace Ninjas Denmark

Posted on 11 August 2024Updated on 25 March 2025by Nikki Chapple

On August 9, 2024, I had the privilege of speaking about Securing Microsoft 365 Copilot at the Workplace Ninjas User Group Denmark, a community-driven event for Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Azure professionals. My session, “Deciphering Copilot: Unraveling Data Security and Governance in Microsoft 365,” explored how organizations can balance AI-driven productivity with robust security and compliance measures.

As Microsoft 365 Copilot continues to revolutionize workplaces, it’s essential for organizations to address critical security concerns. Without robust governance, businesses risk exposing sensitive information, compromising compliance, and facing potential deployment setbacks.

In this blog, I’ll share key insights from my session and outline actionable strategies to help your organization securely deploy Copilot.

Speaking at Norwegian Microsoft 365 Community |May 2024

Posted on 11 August 2024Updated on 13 August 2024by Nikki Chapple

I had the opportunity to present a session at the Norwegian Microsoft 365 Community online user group on the 24 May 2024. The Norwegian Microsoft 365 Community a group of Norwegian professionals and enthusiasts who come together to share knowledge, experiences, and best practices related to Microsoft 365.

Speaking at Commsverse 2024 | June 2024

Posted on 11 August 2024Updated on 13 August 2024by Nikki Chapple

I presented at Commsverse 2024, which took place on June 26-27, 2024 at Mercedes Benz World, UK. Commsverse is a community conference focused on Microsoft Teams and the AI-enabled workplace. The event had over 700 attendees, featured over 70 sessions across two days, and included an exhibition floor.

Speaking at IntraTeam Event 2024 | April 2024

Posted on 11 August 2024Updated on 13 August 2024by Nikki Chapple

I had the chance to present two sessions at the IntraTeam Event 2024. The first event took place on 9-10 April 2024 in Copenhagen, Denmark, and the second was an online event held on 19-20 June 2024. The IntraTeam in-person event had over 85 attendees and 20 sessions focused on modern intranets, communication, collaboration, and AI on Microsoft 365.

Speaking at Teams Nation 2024 | February 2024

Posted on 11 August 2024Updated on 13 August 2024by Nikki Chapple

I had the opportunity to present a session at Teams Nation 2024 on 21 February 2024. Teams Nation is a free, community-driven online conference dedicated to Microsoft Teams, its underlying technologies, and extensibility options. It featured over 70 sessions across multiple tracks covering topics like Adoption & Governance, Security & Compliance, Productivity, Meetings & Calling, Education & Community, Build & Extend, Devices & Spaces, and The Power Platform.