Microsoft Copilot Upgrade Notes for Version 26.1

Introducing Copilot in Version 26.1 for Sparkrock 365 2025 Release Wave 1

Version 26.1 for Sparkrock 365 2025 Release Wave 1 introduces AI capabilities powered by Microsoft Copilot. 

With Copilot you can:

• Ask questions about your data using natural language

• Summarize reports, lists, and documents

• Automate routine tasks, such as generating and processing records

These AI-driven features are fully integrated into Sparkrock 365, helping you work more efficiently and make better decisions. 

Data Residency Considerations for Canadian Customers

Many of our customers in Canada, particularly in the K–12 and nonprofit sectors, have strict requirements around data residency. Microsoft Copilot in Sparkrock 365 uses the Azure OpenAI Service, which is currently hosted in data centers that are located in the United States. 

To learn more about Copilot data movement, go to Azure OpenAI Service and Business Central data.

Disable Copilot Data Movement

If your organization requires that data remain within Canada, you can disable Copilot, which prevents data from being sent to services that are hosted outside the country.

To disable Copilot data movement

1. In Sparkrock 365, choose the Search icon, enter Copilot & agent capabilities, and then select the related link.

2. Turn off Allow data movement.

Note: If this setting is disabled, your data is not sent to the Azure OpenAI service, and Copilot features are unavailable.

Granular Control of Copilot Features

Sparkrock 365 provides the capability for you to enable or disable individual Copilot features. This level of flexibility supports alignment with your organization’s preferences and policies.

For example, a new “SO” (Sales Order) icon may appear in role centers.

If your organization does not require AI support for sales order entry or automation, you can Deactivate the Sales Order Agent from the Copilot & agent capabilities page.

This level of control helps ensure that only features that are relevant to your users and business processes remain active. 

Subscription and Licensing Notes

While Copilot is currently included in your subscription, Microsoft may introduce separate pricing for certain AI capabilities. We monitor these developments and will communicate any changes that affect your subscription or costs.

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