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CAPABILITY SHIFT  

Microsoft introduced task execution capabilities in Copilot, enabling  it to complete defined workflow actions within workplace tools.

ORGANISATIONAL CONSEQUENCE

AI systems are beginning to execute workflow actions, not just  generate outputs. This changes assumptions about:

·       Who initiates work (human  vs AI)

·       How tasks are  attributed

·       Where approval and  review should occur.

WHAT TO WATCH

·       Tasks appearing in workflows  without clear human initiation

·       Increasing reliance on  AI-generated summaries and follow-up actions

·       Shorter cycles between  discussion, task creation, and execution

·       Unclear ownership of AI-initiated  actions before execution.

WHY THIS MATTERS NOW  

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