13/10/2026
Remember the first time you left the geyser on all day, or let a prepaid data bundle run flat in an afternoon? 😅
Microsoft Copilot is heading in a similar direction. It's moving to a hybrid licensing model, which simply means a monthly licence fee for each person, plus pay-as-you-go charges for certain extra features, based on how much they're used.
What's changing:
📅 From 1 December 2026, new Copilot Business licences bought through a Microsoft partner will have pay-as-you-go switched on by default
🆕 It's for new purchases only, so existing licences aren't being converted
🛡️ A preset monthly limit comes with it, and you can adjust it
Pay-as-you-go isn't a bad thing. Quiet month, small bill. But without the right limit, a busy month (or one very enthusiastic team member) can still bring a surprise.
Three easy habits:
✅ Ask what your limit is, and who can change it
✅ Turn on usage alerts
✅ Check in once a month
Not sure how your Copilot licences are billed? Send us a message and we'll help you take a look.