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Agent Governance Whitepaper Available

Hello,

I love governance topics, so happy to share that a agent governance whitepaper has now been published and its available. The Agent Governance Whitepaper provides a comprehensive overview of strategies and tools necessary for securing and governing agents within Microsoft 365 environments. It equips IT admins with the knowledge required to effectively manage and safeguard organizational data while enabling agents to their business users.

Key Highlights

  1. Types of Agents:
    • SharePoint Agents: Built using content stored in SharePoint sites and libraries.
    • Copilot Studio Agent Builder: Create conversational templates tailored to specific tasks.
    • Copilot Studio: Use triggers, advanced logic, and connections to create complex agents.
    • Pro Developer Tools: Utilize tools like Teams Toolkit and Azure AI Foundry for customized agents.
  2. Governance Capabilities:
    • Security Controls: Protect organizational data and ensure agents operate within secure parameters.
    • Consistency: Maintain uniform standards across all deployed agents.
    • Responsible Use: Implement guidelines for ethical and responsible agent usage.
  3. Management Tools:
    • Microsoft 365 Admin Center: Monitor, configure, and manage agents, ensuring performance, security, and compliance.
    • Power Platform Admin Center: Define and enforce policies for agent behavior and data protection.
    • Microsoft Purview: Classify, label, and manage data sensitivity to protect sensitive information.

Download and review the latest version of the Agent Governance to leverage intelligent agents for transforming operations and driving business value.

For more details, visit the Microsoft Tech Community.

Enjoy!
Sara Barbosa