Delivery language(s): English

Closed captioning language(s): English

This keynote is part of the Microsoft Copilot & Agents Summit—a two-day digital experience designed for organizations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa that are looking to accelerate transformation through AI at Work and their business processes.

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This session will deliver a clear and engaging recap of the most impactful announcements from Microsoft Ignite, with a strong focus on AI Business Solutions.

Erik Radix and Ellen van Meurs bring in their session the stage to life with a dynamic look at Microsoft’s latest innovations announced at Microsoft Ignite, unveiling the rise of “Frontier Firms”. Where AI isn’t just a tool, but a true teammate and even an “agent boss.” Their excitement was contagious as they described how AI is transforming the workplace, making every employee more empowered and creative. You see how the new “Work IQ” intelligence layer personalizes your experience, making Copilot and agents smarter, more proactive, and truly attuned to your needs. With new features like Agent Mode in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, scheduled prompts, and advanced voice capabilities, the possibilities for automation and collaboration felt limitless. 

Erik and Ellen also underscore the importance of secure AI adoption and governance, encouraging organizations to take practical steps toward responsible innovation and to embrace the journey of becoming a frontier firm in the age of AI. They go over all the latest announcements and steps you will need to embrace innovation and take confident steps toward becoming a true frontier firm in this new era of AI-powered work.

This session is particularly relevant for Frontier firms—organizations that are leading the way in adopting and scaling AI technologies to gain competitive advantage. These firms are not only transforming their internal workflows but also redefining industry standards through bold experimentation and rapid deployment of AI capabilities. Whether you're just starting your AI journey or scaling existing initiatives, this session will help you connect the dots between strategy and execution—by discovering the latest innovations announced at Microsoft Ignite, from AI-powered business processes to the rise of the AI Workforce.

Why Attend?
By watching this session, you:

• Get the inside scoop on Microsoft Ignite’s biggest innovations – Discover the rise of “Frontier Firms” and how AI evolves from a tool to a true teammate—even an “agent boss.”

• Experience the future of work in action – See how the new “Work IQ” intelligence layer makes Copilot and agents smarter, proactive, and personalized for your needs.

• Explore game-changing features – From Agent Mode in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to scheduled prompts and advanced voice capabilities, learn how to unlock limitless automation and collaboration.

• Learn how to innovate responsibly – Gain practical steps for secure AI adoption and governance, empowering your organization to confidently embrace the journey toward becoming a frontier firm.

Who Should Attend?
This session is ideal for:

• Business Decision Makers (BDM)

• IT Decision Makers (ITDM)

• CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, CFOs

• Innovation Leads

• AI Strategists

• Digital Transformation Leaders 

Ready to unlock the future of work with AI?

Register now and watch the video to discover how Microsoft Copilot and agents can accelerate your business transformation.