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Announced at Microsoft Ignite 2025, Project Opal is a new way to get task-based work done. It combines an advanced reasoning model, computer use, and Windows 365 Cloud PC to tackle the time-consuming tasks and busywork that fill your day.

Here are the capabilities:

• Task-First Experience: Start new jobs, re-run previous ones, or pick curated suggestions—all observable and steerable.
• Advanced Reasoning Model: Turns your request into a dynamic plan, sequences the right tools, and adapts mid flow to complete the job.
• Computer-Use: Executes certain steps in Microsoft Edge within a compliant Windows 365 for Agents Cloud PC.
• Real-Time Observability: Watch jobs live or review later with a detailed plan, replay view, and activity timeline.
• Steerability: Get notified when input is needed, take control, provide info, and let Opal resume.
• Admin Controls & Security: Opt in with granular admin controls including allow lists, scenario starters, and context.

Try it today in Frontier! Learn more here:

• Read “Introducing Project Opal: A New Way to Get Task-Based Work Done“
  https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/Microsoft365CopilotBlog/introducing-project-opal-a-new-way-to-get-task-based-work-done/4470999
• Watch Microsoft Ignite breakout “BRK280: Project Opal in Action: Executing Task-Based Work”
  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Lh8X1Yr56o