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Advanced: agents: Build and operate reusable AI helpersMedium to high - shared agents need testing and ownership riskAI requiredCredits may apply

Build a public FAQ agent

Create an agent that answers common questions from a deliberately limited set of approved public information.

Where the action happens

Copilot Studio / Agent Builder

Product or feature needed

Copilot Studio / public knowledge

AI required

Yes

Extra credits

May consume Copilot Credits depending on the agent and channels used

Technical skill

Medium to high

Risk level

Medium to high - shared agents need testing and ownership

Licence dependency

Depends on Agent Builder/Copilot Studio features and deployment.

Credit dependency

Copilot Credits may apply.

UK availability

available

What it can do

  • Turn repeatable knowledge or process guidance into a reusable assistant.
  • Add controlled knowledge, actions or channels where justified.

Limitations

  • Agents need ongoing ownership, testing and source maintenance.

Prerequisites

  • A clear purpose, named owner and deliberately scoped sources.

Notes

Advanced generic agent capability.

Watch-outs for Advanced: agents

  • Start with a clear purpose and a deliberately scoped source set.
  • Shared or action-taking agents need ownership, testing and lifecycle management.
  • Use human approval for consequential actions where appropriate.

Last checked: 2026-10-09

Disclaimer: Always follow your organisation's internal guidance and policies regarding AI usage. The suggestions in this guide have been created to the best of accuracy, but Microsoft licensing, pricing and feature availability change frequently — treat them as a planning baseline, not a procurement quote.

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