Analyst takes on Rencore Governance
Here are some of the latest takes by analysts and independent industry researchers on the importance of Microsoft 365 Governance.
Learn how Rencore Governance compares to on-board tools and other service providers when optimising Microsoft 365 security, cost efficiency and adoption.
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REPORT
How to Mitigate the Risks of Microsoft 365 Copilot Agent Sprawl
By Gartner, March 11, 2025
Microsoft’s default settings allow all employees to create, share and use Copilot agents in Microsoft 365. Without the appropriate controls, this can lead to agent sprawl and increased risks. This research helps digital workplace leaders understand and mitigate these risks.
REPORT
Assess Microsoft 365 Document Management and Records Use Cases
By Gartner, February 26, 2025
As organizations continue to seek maximum value from their Microsoft 365 investment, questions arise as to its suitability for document management. Digital workplace leaders can use this research to determine which use cases Microsoft 365 can support and when other solutions are required.
MARKET GUIDE
Market Guide for AI Trust, Risk and Security Management
By Gartner, February 18, 2025
The AI trust, risk and security management market comprises four layers of technical capabilities that enforce AI governance policies. The top two layers, new to AI, are consolidating into a distinct market segment. AI leaders should use this guide to understand TRiSM and discover sample vendors.
REPORT
How to Secure and Govern Microsoft 365 Copilot at Scale
By Gartner, January 23, 2025
Security and governance concerns are a significant barrier to wider Microsoft 365 Copilot adoption. This research uses Gartner’s AI trust, risk and security management framework, to equip digital workplace leaders with the required strategies to secure and govern M365 Copilot usage at scale.
PLANNING GUIDE
2025 Planning Guide for the Digital Workplace
By Gartner, October 10, 2024
In 2024, the explosive release of GenAI brought both great benefits and significant challenges to the digital workplace. This 2025 Planning Guide helps application technical professionals improve governance and digital employee experience to optimize their digital workplace for the GenAI age.
REPORT
Go Beyond Baseline Microsoft 365 GenAI Controls to Secure Copilot
By Gartner, October 1, 2024
Copilot for Microsoft 365 exposes information governance challenges, and native Microsoft controls do not focus on many GenAI risks. IT leaders protecting sensitive GenAI operations should include third-party guardrails in Copilot implementations or consider alternative solutions.
REPORT
Copilot for Microsoft 365: Assessing the Impact and Value So Far
By Gartner, August 8, 2024
Copilot for Microsoft 365 has received significant attention but lacks independent data to support its real-world value. This research outlines Gartner’s 2024 Digital Workplace GenAI survey findings to help application technical professionals assess the impact and value of M365 Copilot so far.
REPORT
Top 10 Gotchas of M365 Copilot
By Gartner, April 10, 2024
Interest in Copilot for Microsoft 365 is surging. However, as more becomes known about this generative AI product, several “gotchas” are emerging that could undermine its value and increase risk.
REPORT
Mitigate Copilot for Microsoft 365 Risks Through Information Governance
By Gartner, November 17, 2023
Poor information management undermines the value of Copilot for Microsoft 365 and other generative AI tools. It also increases risks of oversharing, misinformation and data loss. To mitigate risk, application technical professionals must establish effective information governance in Microsoft 365.
PLANNING GUIDE
2024 Planning Guide for the Digital Workplace
By Gartner, October 4, 2023
As we settle into current work patterns, enhancements to digital workplace services will be even more vital. In 2024, technical professionals must plan for emerging technologies such as generative AI, and optimize digital workplace investments like Microsoft 365 to boost end-user productivity.
GUIDE
Guidance Framework for Managing External Sharing in Microsoft 365
By Gartner, June 30, 2023
Although OneDrive and SharePoint make sharing easier, there is a danger that employees will “overshare” sensitive information with external parties. Application technical professionals should use this report to mitigate risk and understand how to manage external sharing in Microsoft 365.
REPORT
Assessing External-Sharing Options in Microsoft 365
By Gartner, June 30, 2023
Microsoft 365 has eight different external-sharing options. Seven of these are enabled by default.Application technical professionals responsible for Microsoft 365 must evaluate the options available and assess how they can be used to support external-sharing use cases within the organization.
REPORT
Assessing Workspace Governance and Life Cycle Controls in Microsoft 365
By Gartner, November 16, 2022
Organizations are facing challenges from workspace sprawl due to the growing number of Microsoft Teams and SharePoint sites. Application technical professionals should use this report to assess the native governance and life cycle controls and understand how to manage workspaces in Microsoft 365.
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