https://www.xperience-group.com/news-item/what-balfour-beattys-7-2m-ai-investment-really-signals/
When an industry leader like Balfour Beatty commits £7.2 million to Microsoft 365 Copilot, it signals more than just another technology investment – it highlights how AI is becoming central to how modern organisations operate.
Our COO, Sharon Mars Leach, has written an article exploring this shift and what it means not just for construction, but for every sector considering AI adoption. At Xperience, we see Balfour Beatty’s move as proof that AI isn’t just hype; it’s reshaping the way businesses deliver projects, make decisions, and empower their people.
This isn’t about AI as a trend or experiment – it’s about driving efficiency, strengthening governance, and creating space for teams to focus on what really matters: critical thinking, problem-solving, and building strong relationships.
At Xperience, we’re already seeing how Microsoft 365 Copilot can deliver these benefits across industries, not just in large-scale construction, but in everyday workflows for organisations of all sizes. From reducing admin overhead to enhancing decision-making, Copilot represents an opportunity to work smarter and unlock the full potential of your people.
As Sharon notes: “AI isn’t replacing people, it’s repositioning them. By taking on repetitive admin tasks, tools like Copilot free up human expertise to shine where it’s needed most – in judgement, creativity, and connection.”
Read Sharon’s full article on LinkedIn to discover why the right question isn’t “What can AI do?” but “What can we achieve because of it?”