Microsoft announced organizational changes to its Copilot artificial intelligence assistant leadership structure, aiming to create a more unified approach to the technology across consumer and business markets.

The restructuring involves consolidating teams that have previously worked separately on consumer and commercial versions of Copilot. Microsoft has operated distinct development groups for these different market segments for several years.

As part of the leadership shake-up, the company has appointed new management to oversee the unified Copilot operations. The changes are designed to create what Microsoft describes as a more cohesive experience for both business and individual users of the AI assistant.

The reorganization also affects the role of Mustafa Suleyman, who will reportedly be freed up from previous responsibilities to focus on developing new AI models. Suleyman joined Microsoft earlier this year as part of the company's broader push into artificial intelligence technologies.

Microsoft has been heavily investing in AI capabilities, with Copilot serving as a key component of its strategy to integrate artificial intelligence across its software and services portfolio. The assistant is used in various Microsoft products including Office applications and Windows operating system.