Copilot for Power BI Now Available for Preview

Copilot for Power BI has entered the chat. With a preview now available, Copilot Power BI offers a glimpse into the future of reporting. Available now for customers with Power BI Premium or Fabric capacity, this preview release introduces a host of innovative features designed to streamline report generation and enhance data storytelling.

While Copilot for Power BI is still in development, this preview release provides users with an idea of what’s to come.

Here’s what you can expect to explore during the preview phase:

1. Enhanced Report Generation: Say goodbye to tedious report creation processes. Copilot for Power BI empowers users to generate reports with ease, allowing for greater flexibility and efficiency in data visualization.

2. Customized Report Pages: Tailor your reports to suit your specific needs with customizable report pages. Whether you’re presenting complex analytics or highlighting key insights, Copilot provides the tools you need to create impactful reports.

3. Narrative and Dialog Experience: Bring your data to life with a dynamic narrative and dialog experience. Engage with your data like never before, asking follow-up questions and gaining deeper insights directly within the report interface.

4. Enhanced Security Controls: Worried about security? Rest easy knowing that Copilot for Power BI offers robust security controls, allowing administrators to manage access to preview features through security groups. Stay in control while exploring the cutting-edge capabilities of Copilot.

While this preview release marks an exciting milestone for Power BI users, it’s important to note that access to Copilot is currently limited to customers with specific capacity SKUs. Due to the AI processing costs associated with Copilot, the preview is only available to customers with Premium or Fabric capacity, starting at $5,000 per month. However, as development progresses, Microsoft anticipates expanding access to a wider audience.

By automating repetitive tasks and providing intuitive tools for data exploration, Copilot has the potential to expedite the way we build and analyze reports.

Excited to get started with Copilot for Power BI? Visit the official blog post here for detailed instructions on how to enable the feature, explore specific data processing rules, and preview the capabilities in action.