Federal Agencies
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Microsoft Offers Free Office and Copilot to Governments, Saving $3 Billion in First Year
Microsoft and the GSA have reached an agreement to accelerate AI and digital technology adoption across federal agencies. The deal provides free services like Microsoft 365 Copilot and aims to modernize government IT infrastructure. This partnership, part of the GSA’s “OneGov” strategy, joins similar offerings from other tech giants. Agencies procuring through the GSA will access Microsoft’s suite, including Azure, Dynamics 365 and Sentinel, improving productivity and security. Microsoft expects over $3 billion in savings for the government in the first year, with projected cumulative savings exceeding $6 billion over three years.
