Microsoft's ‘One Copilot' Strategy Targets Fragmented AI Experience

The initiative is being led by Jacob Andreou, Microsoft's recently appointed head of Copilot, whose mandate includes bringing together the company's consumer and enterprise AI offerings into a more cohesive experience.

The app is expected to function as a central hub where users can access multiple Copilot services, including workplace-focused Microsoft 365 Copilot tools, while potentially offering a toggle between personal and enterprise accounts.

Users would still be able to access Copilot services independently outside the app.

Microsoft did not immediately respond to Benzinga's request for comments.

Why Microsoft Is Reworking Its Copilot AI Strategy

The move comes as Microsoft faces criticism over an increasingly fragmented Copilot ecosystem and slower-than-expected adoption.

Fewer than 4.5% of Microsoft 365's roughly 450 million users currently pay for Copilot features, while GitHub Copilot has surpassed 4.7 million paid subscribers but faces increasing competition from rivals such as Cursor and Anthropic's Claude Code.

Microsoft's consumer chatbot efforts have also lagged behind competitors, while the company's reliance on OpenAI models and internal organizational splits has complicated its AI strategy.

Microsoft Build Conference Could Offer Early Hints

Sources said elements of the initiative may be referenced during next week's Build developer conference, though the app itself is not expected to be formally unveiled.

A launch is reportedly targeted by the end of summer, though plans remain subject to change.

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