Wednesday, 29 July 2026
09:30 - 13:30
(
4 hours )
Online
Whether you are completely new to Copilot or curious about getting started, this beginner‑level session will guide you step by step.
Designed specifically for HR professionals who are new to Microsoft Copilot, this introductory session provides a starting point for using AI in everyday HR work. Through simple explanations, real HR scenarios and short guided exercises, you will explore how to use Copilot safely and effectively when working with sensitive information.
This event will help you build confidence, understand what Copilot can and cannot do, and identify practical ways to start using it immediately in your role.
Through live demonstrations, real‑world HR examples, and short directed exercises, you will learn how to:
The session is designed to be supportive and accessible, helping you take your first steps with Copilot at a comfortable pace.
This event is designed for:
No prior experience with AI tools is required.
Secure your place today and start saving time, improving efficiency, and working with greater confidence.
Here's what to expect over this half-day session:
An introduction to the day and a chance to familiarise yourself.
Aaron Windrum, Principal HR Consultant, A Human Resource, introduces AI in this session designed to strip away the jargon and focus on what really matters. The session explains what artificial intelligence is, what generative AI means, and how AI has evolved over time.
Discover what Copilot can support, how to prompt it effectively, and why Copilot is increasingly relevant for HR tasks and decision‑making. Aaron will also provide an overview of the differences between free and paid subscriptions and how to customise settings, helping you understand what level of access is right for you and your organisation and how to get started in a practical, informed way.
With frequent headlines about unintentional data breaches, how can HR teams be confident they’re using Copilot safely? This session highlights the risks to be aware of when handling sensitive employee information, helping organisations protect trust while exploring the benefits of AI.
Time to step back, reflect on the content and discuss how it translates into practice.
See you in 10 minutes!
Join Aaron for a hands‑on demonstration of Copilot across Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams, with a focus on the apps HR professionals use most.
See you in 20 minutes!
Now that you’ve seen Copilot in action, we take a brief look at alternative AI tools, outlining what else is available and how they compare to help you make informed choices about which solutions may best suit your needs.
We round things off by recapping on key takeaways, along with helpful tips on keeping up with AI developments at a pace that feels manageable and reassuring.
Your chance to ask any last questions you may have before we wrap up the event.
Aaron Windrum is a HR Consultant and founder of A Human Resource. With over 20 years of people management experience across Ireland, the UK and internationally, he supports HR leaders and organisations in managing the increasing complexity of modern HR and specialises in HR Transformation and AI in HR.
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