Let’s dive into what Microsoft Purview is and how it protects your data, especially when using AI tools like Microsoft Copilot.

What is Microsoft Purview?

Purview is like having a super-organized toolbox that helps you manage, protect, and govern all your data. It’s pretty much a one-stop shop for everything related to data security and governance. Whether you’re dealing with data scattered across different places or trying to keep sensitive information under wraps, Purview’s got it covered.

Key Features

Microsoft Purview is packed with features. Here’s a quick breakdown:

Data Security

• Data Loss Prevention: Sort of like a security guard for your data, it makes sure sensitive info doesn’t go where it shouldn’t.
• Data Security Posture Management: It gives you a bird’s-eye view of your data security, helping you spot and fix any weak spots.
• Information Protection: Just like it sounds, it finds and protects the sensitive data that’s critical for your business.
• Insider Risk Management: Purview keeps an eye out for any suspicious behavior, like data theft or leaks.

Data Governance

• Data Map: Purview maps out your data landscape, so you know exactly where your sensitive data is.
• Unified Catalog: You can think of this as your data library, where you can manage, govern, and secure all your data sources.

Risk and Compliance

• Audit: Purview supports investigations and helps you meet regulatory requirements with detailed audit logs.
• Compliance Manager: It’s great for translating complex regulations into actionable steps to keep you compliant.
• eDiscovery: It also makes it easy to find and manage data for legal or internal investigations.

Protecting Data Used by Copilot

Now, let’s talk about how Microsoft Purview keeps data safe, specifically when using AI tools (like Copilot).

• Data Loss Prevention: It ensures that sensitive info used by Copilot stays secure and doesn’t get leaked.
• Information Protection: It identifies and classifies sensitive data, applying the right protection measures to keep it safe.
• Insider Risk Management: It monitors and mitigates risks associated with data used by Copilot or other AI helpers, preventing data theft and policy violations.
• Compliance Solutions: Finally, Purview has solutions to help you meet regulatory requirements, ensuring that data used by Copilot adheres to legal standards.

Is Microsoft Purview Right for You?

As I’ve summarized above, Purview has all you need to manage, protect, and govern your data, especially when you’re using AI tools like Microsoft Copilot. This will give you peace of mind, allowing you the freedom to innovate and grow responsibly. If you are interested in learning more details and specifics about Purview’s features or in Microsoft’s licensing and subscription options for Purview, please reach out today!

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