Microsoft 365 Copilot: Copilot connectors in Work IQ APIs

Microsoft 365 Copilot will extend Work IQ APIs to use data and tools from connected enterprise systems via Copilot connectors, enabling richer AI experiences without extra setup. Rollout starts late November 2026. Existing permissions, controls, and governance remain unchanged; no admin action is needed. Copilot connectors will extend Work IQ beyond Microsoft 365 by making data and tools from connected enterprise systems available to AI agents through Work IQ APIs. Organizations can use their existing Copilot connector investments to build richer, more context-aware agentic experiences across Microsoft 365 and enterprise systems without requiring separate connector setup or management. Existing administrator controls, permissions, and governance policies for Copilot connectors will continue to apply. Rollout schedule General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out in late November 2026 and expect to complete by late December 2026 Impact on your organization Who is affected Organizations using Work IQ APIs and Copilot connectors Platforms and services Microsoft 365 Copilot, Work IQ APIs, and Copilot connectors What will happen Work IQ APIs will be able to use data and tools from connected enterprise systems through Copilot connectors. Organizations can use existing Copilot connector investments without separate connector setup or management. Existing administrator controls, permissions, and governance policies for Copilot connectors will continue to apply. Action required and recommendations No additional administrator action is required. Data sources already connected by users in Copilot Chat will automatically become available through Work IQ APIs, subject to existing permissions and administrator controls. Learn more Microsoft Work IQ API | Microsoft Learn Compliance considerations This change introduces or modifies AI or agent capabilities that can access customer data through Work IQ APIs using Copilot connectors to access connected enterprise systems. Existing permissions and governance controls continue to apply. Message ID: MC1538999

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