Microsoft Corp. said Vodafone Group Plc signed a large deal to use artificial intelligence assistants for Office and unveiled a range of new AI tools designed to help workers create Excel charts, prioritize emails and collaborate with one another.

Vodafone Group Plc has signed a significant agreement with Microsoft Corp. to integrate AI assistants across its operations. The telecom firm will acquire 68,000 licenses for Microsoft’s AI-based Copilots.

Vodafone is partnering with Microsoft to integrate AI Copilots into its Office software to boost automated productivity.

Vodafone Group expanded its agreement with Microsoft to integrate Microsoft 365 Copilot AI software for use by up to 68,000 employees.

Microsoft has been infusing its product line with AI technology from partner OpenAI and is touting the new features as a second wave of business-oriented Copilots, AI tools