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Persistent context

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Design approach for Microsoft 365 Copilot in which reusable intent (instructions, constraints, definitions) and a curated, governed set of sources persist beyond a single conversation instead of being re-entered in every prompt.

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Enterprise AI Agent Fabric

2026-06-27 · Video on YouTube

In this episode of M365.fm, we explore why the future of enterprise AI is moving beyond chatbots toward a coordinated network of intelligent agents known as the Agent Fabric. Instead of relying on a single Copilot to answer questions, organizations can build…

2026-02-12 – Persistent Context Architecture for Copilot and ChatGPT2026-02-16 – Architect Scalable SharePoint Automation for Enterprise…2026-06-27 – Enterprise AI Agent Fabric2026-022026-06
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What is persistent context in AI?

It is a foundational architecture layer that lets AI retain information across interactions: identity, goals, constraints, history and provenance. It is carried forward in a structured, auditable and bounded way. · From the episode: Persistent Context Architecture for Copilot…

How is persistent context implemented?

The show notes describe a memory architecture with components like knowledge graphs and vector databases, and strategies like separating short-term and long-term memory using tools such as LangChain and Claude. · From the episode: Persistent Context Architecture for Copilot…

What benefits does persistent context bring?

Users get more natural, personalized interactions with fewer repeated questions, and long-term memory improves decision-making and operational efficiency. The notes cite customer service as one area with strong satisfaction effects. · From the episode: Persistent Context Architecture for Copilot…

What challenges come with persistent context?

Data fragmentation and governance issues, which need careful management and compliance. Context must be auditable and bounded, so what is remembered and for how long should be controlled. · From the episode: Persistent Context Architecture for Copilot…

Why is prompt engineering not enough for enterprise AI?

Business value comes from architecture: events that trigger autonomous workflows and agents that reason within their domain. Prompts alone do not provide persistent context or true automation. · From the episode: Enterprise AI Agent Fabric

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