Microsoft is integrating Anthropic’s Claude Cowork technology and Sonnet models into its Copilot platform, creating Copilot Cowork for tasks like app design, dataset management and spreadsheet automation. Early access will begin later this month as the company shifts from reliance on a single AI provider to a multi-model strategy.

The company offers Microsoft 365 Copilot at $30 per user per month and has introduced an E7 bundle priced at $99 per user per month—a 65% increase over its prior flagship package. With only about 3% of its 450 million Office users subscribed to Copilot, the new bundle aims to accelerate adoption among enterprise customers.

Microsoft underscores business security and data governance in the Copilot ecosystem, positioning Anthropic’s models as an option for clients that require stringent data access controls and comprehensive monitoring tools. Administrative features in the E7 bundle will allow organizations to track AI utilization and maintain compliance standards.

As generative AI competition intensifies, diversifying AI partnerships could strengthen Microsoft’s competitive position and drive greater demand for its cloud and software offerings. Investors will be watching adoption rates and bundle take-up as indicators of potential revenue growth and enterprise AI spending trends.