PRINTITRESELLER.UK 29 Strengthening IT resilience HP’s broader WXP enhancements also support the broader IT ecosystem by improving overall device uptime and IT responsiveness. The introduction of Out of Band Remote Connect gives IT administrators BIOS level keyboard, video, and mouse control on Intel vPro Enterpriseenabled PCs, even if the operating system fails to boot or is corrupted. Out of band remediation reduces the need for device swaps, on site visits, or employee troubleshooting, ultimately supporting business continuity and sustainability goals. HP has also added Custom Alerts, enabling IT teams to set tailored rules for device health and performance monitoring, with notifications delivered via in-product messages, email, or Microsoft Teams. Data-driven insights To support smarter workplace planning, HP has integrated Collaboration Space Insights into WXP, combining room schedules, technology utilisation, and occupancy data from IoT sensors to help organisations optimise meeting spaces. HP’s latest announcements show a clear commitment to modernising print workflows and strengthening IT’s ability to manage distributed environments. With HP for Microsoft 365 Copilot, AI becomes a native part of the print experience. With WXP’s unified printer management, IT gains the visibility and control needed to support hybrid work at scale. www.hp.com HP for Microsoft 365 Copilot will be available in Spring 2026 on managed and enterprise HP Workpath-enabled printers. The app will be sold within the Workpath Premium Bundle of Apps through HP’s Microsoft Partner Solutions partners. HP and Microsoft are already collaborating on future enhancements, including deeper integration across the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. Unified print management through WXP Alongside its Copilot integration, HP has announced major enhancements to its Workforce Experience Platform, with several updates directly benefiting print management. One of the most significant additions is unified printer management, allowing IT administrators to monitor their multivendor printer fleet through the same console used to manage PCs, video, and audio devices. For HP FutureSmart 5 enterprise printers, IT teams can also manage settings and security from within WXP. This reduces the number of tools IT teams must juggle and provides immediate visibility into the full device ecosystem. For employees, it means fewer interruptions caused by print related issues. For IT, it supports a hybrid workplace and simplifies day to day operations. WXP Print Management plans are expected to be available in February 2026 as standalone subscriptions or as add ons to a WXP Fleet Management plan for direct customers in North America. HP has announced the launch of HP for Microsoft 365 Copilot, the first integration of Microsoft Copilot directly into its office print devices. Alongside this, the company has enhanced its Workforce Experience Platform (WXP) with new employee device management features, giving IT teams deeper visibility and control across distributed environments. AI at the MFP HP for Microsoft 365 Copilot is a new HP Workpath app that brings generative AI directly to HP multifunction printers. For organisations with HP Workpath enabled office printers and Microsoft Copilot subscriptions, the integration unlocks a set of intelligent, time saving capabilities right from the device panel. Users can generate AI powered summaries of scanned documents or files stored in OneDrive and SharePoint, helping them extract key information without returning to their PC. The app also provides smart file naming and storage suggestions, reducing the manual steps typically required to organise scanned content. On-device translation, powered by Copilot, further streamlines cross language communication. Crucially, the experience is consistent across devices. Whether an employee is working at their desk or standing at the printer, Copilot’s capabilities follow them, supporting a more fluid and intuitive workflow. Reducing manual steps Print remains a critical touchpoint in many business processes, yet it is often where inefficiencies accumulate. HP for Microsoft 365 Copilot aims to eliminate those friction points by enabling direct Copilot ready scans from HP office printers, removing the need for additional devices or manual steps; seamless integration with OneDrive and SharePoint, ensuring secure, automated file handling; and enterprise grade security, combining HP’s printer protections with Microsoft’s cloud standards. New HP for Microsoft 365 Copilot integration and expanded Workforce Experience Platform capabilities improve cost optimisation and fleet management, and deliver productivity gains right at the printer HP brings Copilot to print and expands WXP capabilities NEWS FEATURE
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