AI is already here in Excel — get ready for more
AI has seamlessly woven itself into the fabric of our everyday tools, enhancing how we interact with data, automate tasks, and make decisions. At the heart of this integration is Microsoft Excel, a long-standing powerhouse in data management and analysis.
Through this blog series on AI-Powered Excel, I aim to unveil the capabilities that AI brings to this classic software, demonstrating that the future is not on the horizon—it’s already here.
View the posts here, and stay tuned for more:
- How to get the most from Copilot (three features you need to know)
- Using recommended PivotTables
- Using recommended Charts
- How to get the most from Flash FIll
- How to import data from a picture in Excel
- How to create forecasts with Forceast Sheet
- How to retrieve live data with linked data types
- How to prepare data for Analyze Data
Why AI for Excel?
AI is not a distant phenomenon waiting to disrupt our workflows—it’s a present reality enhancing Excel’s functionality at every level. From generating insights with recommended PivotTables and Charts to simplifying data entry with Flash Fill and Picture to Data features, AI in Excel is transforming raw data into strategic intelligence.
Excel proves to be an exceptional platform for budding enthusiasts and seasoned professionals alike to dive deeper into the world of AI. Whether it’s creating accurate forecasts with Forecast Sheets or fetching real-time information using linked data types, Excel’s AI capabilities serve as a practical introduction to understanding and applying AI in a business context.
As we navigate through topics like optimizing your workflow for Copilot, preparing data for Analyze Data tool and more, I invite you to engage with these transformative technologies.
For those keen on elevating their team’s proficiency, consider exploring my AI-Powered Excel workshops, designed to empower your organization with cutting-edge AI skills embedded in Excel.
Join us, and let’s build the future together—one spreadsheet at a time.