Microsoft is considering a major revamp of its important suite of software tools, part of an effort to make more money from its huge investments in artificial intelligence, according to people familiar with the matter.
The plan focuses on Microsoft 365, a popular suite of productivity software used by thousands of businesses. The outcomes could include repackaging AI features into existing licenses or creating a more expensive bundle with Copilot AI capabilities, one of the people with direct knowledge of the plan said.
CEO Satya Nadella and his senior leadership team plan to hold executive reviews this summer with the AI at Work boss Jared Spataro’s team to decide how to package AI features.
The aim is to finalize any changes before Microsoft sales teams return from the summer slowdown in September and start pitching the upgraded offerings, one of the people said. The people asked not to be identified discussing early private plans. The company did not respond to a request for comment.
