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Enhancing Data Security with Microsoft Copilot and Purview

As businesses increasingly adopt AI solutions like Microsoft Copilot, data security becomes paramount. Copilot, which analyzes and processes large volumes of data, brings many advantages but also introduces risks. Without a proper governance framework, sensitive information could be inadvertently exposed or misused.

That’s where Microsoft Purview comes in. Purview integrates seamlessly with Copilot to provide robust data governance, ensuring compliance, security, and protection of sensitive data. It serves as the backbone of secure data handling, allowing organizations to reap the benefits of Copilot without compromising security.

The Role of Microsoft Purview in Copilot Deployments

Microsoft Purview is a comprehensive data governance platform that helps organizations ensure that data is classified, monitored, and protected across its lifecycle. When implementing Copilot, Purview offers the security and compliance measures needed to safeguard your data. Purview enables automated data classification, enabling organizations to apply security controls to sensitive data. It also provides data activity monitoring, helping track where data is accessed and by whom, reducing the risk of unauthorized access.

How Purview Enhances Data Security in Copilot

When using Copilot, it’s essential to ensure that the AI-driven analysis doesn’t inadvertently expose sensitive information. Purview’s integration ensures that data remains compliant with security regulations while Copilot processes and analyzes it. By leveraging Purview’s governance capabilities, organizations can automate policy enforcement, manage data access controls, and reduce the risk of data breaches.

Additionally, Purview helps align your data management strategy with regulatory requirements, providing detailed audit logs and reports. These tools allow you to maintain transparency and accountability, even when using AI solutions like Copilot.

Best Practices for Implementing Copilot with Purview

To maximize the security and governance benefits when using Microsoft Copilot, follow these best practices: 

  1. Leverage Purview for Data Classification: Ensure that all sensitive data is classified properly in Purview before using it with Copilot. This enables you to automatically apply security controls based on data sensitivity. 
  1. Implement Access Controls: Use Purview to define and enforce access policies, ensuring that only authorized users can interact with sensitive data during Copilot operations. 
  1. Monitor Data Activities: With Purview’s data activity tracking, you can monitor who accesses your data and when, providing insights into potential security threats or policy violations. 
  1. Automate Policy Enforcement: Set up automated policies in Purview to enforce governance rules consistently, ensuring that Copilot operates within the boundaries of data security regulations. 

Conclusion: Secure Your Data with Copilot and Purview

By integrating Microsoft Purview with Microsoft Copilot, organizations can unlock the full potential of AI-driven data processing without compromising security. Purview acts as a safeguard, ensuring that data remains protected, compliant, and properly governed throughout its lifecycle. As AI tools continue to evolve, data governance platforms like Purview will become increasingly important in securing sensitive information and meeting regulatory requirements.

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MEET THE AUTHOR

Kevin Walter

FIELD CTO, AI & SECURITY

Kevin is a leading expert in the convergence of security and AI. In his decade at Netrix, he has architected solutions across messaging, identity, security deployments, and technology roadmaps. With the advent of Microsoft Copilot, Kevin developed Netrix’s methodology around ROI calculation and secure-by-design adoption. Clients rely on his expertise to effectively deploy and derive value from their technology solutions. Outside of work, Kevin’s passions include travel (to 60+ countries and counting) and soccer.

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