AI is no longer a distant idea for Australian businesses. Many leaders I speak with are ready to bring Copilot into their workplace, but cost, security questions, and uncertainty around where to start often slow the process down.
On Monday 1 December 2025, Microsoft took a strong step towards removing these barriers. Through new promotions now available in Australia, businesses have a practical and more affordable way to trial Copilot with the right guardrails in place.
These offers are now live and give businesses a real chance to plan a safe rollout while keeping budgets under control.
What Microsoft Is Offering
Microsoft has released a set of promotions designed to support responsible Copilot adoption.
15 percent off Microsoft 365 Copilot for Business
For businesses purchasing 10 or more seats, Microsoft is offering a 15 percent discount.
20 percent off Copilot for larger deployments
For businesses purchasing 100 seats or more, Microsoft is offering a 20 percent discount.
This gives mid market and larger organisations a cost effective entry point to scale Copilot use across multiple teams.
50 percent off Microsoft 365 E5 Compliance and the Microsoft Purview Suite
For every Copilot seat purchased, Microsoft is offering 50 percent off E5 Compliance and the Purview Suite.
This is an important step because safe AI adoption depends on strong data protection. These tools help businesses manage data lifecycle, insider risk, retention, record keeping, discovery, and compliance requirements.
Why These Promotions Matter
Cost is often the first challenge I hear from business leaders who want to try Copilot. Even when interest is high, introducing AI at scale can feel like a risk without a clear business case.
These promotions help solve that problem by giving businesses a lower cost pathway to test Copilot and understand how it fits into their daily work.
A push for responsible AI
Shadow AI continues to grow across Australia as staff turn to free public tools. This adds risk, especially when sensitive content is involved.
By discounting E5 Compliance and Purview, Microsoft is sending a clear message. AI adoption and data protection should be planned together, not separately.
A chance to support staff and reduce pressure
Australian workers are carrying growing administrative loads. From reporting to documentation to communication tasks, time pressure is a real concern. Copilot can support staff by reducing repetitive tasks and giving teams more space for work that matters.
These promotions allow businesses to test that value early and see the benefits for themselves.
What We Are Seeing Across Australian Businesses
At CG TECH we have supported a growing number of businesses through their Copilot readiness and rollout plans. A few patterns are now clear.
1. Businesses with strong Microsoft 365 foundations see faster results
Clean data, correct permissions, secure environments, and a healthy Microsoft 365 setup all influence Copilot performance. When the foundations are ready, Copilot can produce better quality results and deliver value faster.
2. Staff training is a key part of early success
Teams who get the most from Copilot build good habits. They learn how to prompt clearly, how to review content, and how to use Copilot consistently. Small training sessions make a big difference.
3. Governance keeps the rollout safe
Acceptable use guidelines, access controls, and basic data protection settings help prevent unplanned risk. The discounted E5 Compliance and Purview Suite gives businesses a practical way to uplift their governance during rollout.
How Businesses Can Take Advantage of the Promotion
These offers give Australian businesses a genuine chance to introduce Copilot with confidence. If you are thinking about trialling Copilot or planning a broader rollout, here are a few ways to get started.
Step 1. Understand your readiness
A quick assessment of your Microsoft 365 setup, security, data, and permissions will identify what needs attention before enabling AI tools.
Step 2. Choose the right teams for a pilot
Start small with teams that have clear use cases, such as sales, operations, finance, or admin heavy roles.
Step 3. Lift security and compliance settings
This is where the 50 percent discount on E5 Compliance and Purview can help. These tools support safe AI use by protecting sensitive information.
Step 4. Introduce light training
Short training sessions help staff learn how to prompt, review, and use Copilot daily.
Step 5. Measure the results
Look at time saved, quality improvements, staff feedback, and how tasks flow through the business. This will help build a business case for wider adoption.
Final Thoughts
These promotions signal a clear shift. Microsoft is making it easier for Australian businesses to adopt AI in a way that is safe, structured, and financially sensible.
If your business is planning a Copilot rollout or wants to understand how these promotions apply to your environment, our team is ready to help you move forward with confidence.
About the Author
Carlos Garcia is the Founder and Managing Director of CG TECH, where he leads enterprise digital transformation projects across Australia.
With deep experience in business process automation, Microsoft 365, and AI-powered workplace solutions, Carlos has helped businesses in government, healthcare, and enterprise sectors streamline workflows and improve efficiency.
He holds Microsoft certifications in Power Platform and Azure and regularly shares practical guidance on Copilot readiness, data strategy, and AI adoption.
AI is no longer a distant idea for Australian businesses. Many leaders I speak with are ready to bring Copilot into their workplace, but cost, security questions, and uncertainty around where to start often slow the process down.
On Monday 1 December 2025, Microsoft took a strong step towards removing these barriers. Through new promotions now available in Australia, businesses have a practical and more affordable way to trial Copilot with the right guardrails in place.
These offers are now live and give businesses a real chance to plan a safe rollout while keeping budgets under control.
What Microsoft Is Offering
Microsoft has released a set of promotions designed to support responsible Copilot adoption.
15 percent off Microsoft 365 Copilot for Business
For businesses purchasing 10 or more seats, Microsoft is offering a 15 percent discount.
20 percent off Copilot for larger deployments
For businesses purchasing 100 seats or more, Microsoft is offering a 20 percent discount.
This gives mid market and larger organisations a cost effective entry point to scale Copilot use across multiple teams.
50 percent off Microsoft 365 E5 Compliance and the Microsoft Purview Suite
For every Copilot seat purchased, Microsoft is offering 50 percent off E5 Compliance and the Purview Suite.
This is an important step because safe AI adoption depends on strong data protection. These tools help businesses manage data lifecycle, insider risk, retention, record keeping, discovery, and compliance requirements.
Why These Promotions Matter
Cost is often the first challenge I hear from business leaders who want to try Copilot. Even when interest is high, introducing AI at scale can feel like a risk without a clear business case.
These promotions help solve that problem by giving businesses a lower cost pathway to test Copilot and understand how it fits into their daily work.
A push for responsible AI
Shadow AI continues to grow across Australia as staff turn to free public tools. This adds risk, especially when sensitive content is involved.
By discounting E5 Compliance and Purview, Microsoft is sending a clear message. AI adoption and data protection should be planned together, not separately.
A chance to support staff and reduce pressure
Australian workers are carrying growing administrative loads. From reporting to documentation to communication tasks, time pressure is a real concern. Copilot can support staff by reducing repetitive tasks and giving teams more space for work that matters.
These promotions allow businesses to test that value early and see the benefits for themselves.
What We Are Seeing Across Australian Businesses
At CG TECH we have supported a growing number of businesses through their Copilot readiness and rollout plans. A few patterns are now clear.
1. Businesses with strong Microsoft 365 foundations see faster results
Clean data, correct permissions, secure environments, and a healthy Microsoft 365 setup all influence Copilot performance. When the foundations are ready, Copilot can produce better quality results and deliver value faster.
2. Staff training is a key part of early success
Teams who get the most from Copilot build good habits. They learn how to prompt clearly, how to review content, and how to use Copilot consistently. Small training sessions make a big difference.
3. Governance keeps the rollout safe
Acceptable use guidelines, access controls, and basic data protection settings help prevent unplanned risk. The discounted E5 Compliance and Purview Suite gives businesses a practical way to uplift their governance during rollout.
How Businesses Can Take Advantage of the Promotion
These offers give Australian businesses a genuine chance to introduce Copilot with confidence. If you are thinking about trialling Copilot or planning a broader rollout, here are a few ways to get started.
Step 1. Understand your readiness
A quick assessment of your Microsoft 365 setup, security, data, and permissions will identify what needs attention before enabling AI tools.
Step 2. Choose the right teams for a pilot
Start small with teams that have clear use cases, such as sales, operations, finance, or admin heavy roles.
Step 3. Lift security and compliance settings
This is where the 50 percent discount on E5 Compliance and Purview can help. These tools support safe AI use by protecting sensitive information.
Step 4. Introduce light training
Short training sessions help staff learn how to prompt, review, and use Copilot daily.
Step 5. Measure the results
Look at time saved, quality improvements, staff feedback, and how tasks flow through the business. This will help build a business case for wider adoption.
Final Thoughts
These promotions signal a clear shift. Microsoft is making it easier for Australian businesses to adopt AI in a way that is safe, structured, and financially sensible.
If your business is planning a Copilot rollout or wants to understand how these promotions apply to your environment, our team is ready to help you move forward with confidence.
About the Author
Carlos Garcia is the Founder and Managing Director of CG TECH, where he leads enterprise digital transformation projects across Australia.
With deep experience in business process automation, Microsoft 365, and AI-powered workplace solutions, Carlos has helped businesses in government, healthcare, and enterprise sectors streamline workflows and improve efficiency.
He holds Microsoft certifications in Power Platform and Azure and regularly shares practical guidance on Copilot readiness, data strategy, and AI adoption.
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