Workflow Automation with Microsoft Power Automate

Design powerful, low-code automations with AI, RPA, and Microsoft 365 to streamline tasks, boost productivity, and reduce manual work Key Features Build smarter flows using Co-pilot and the latest generative AI features Automate across cloud and desktop with enhanced RPA and new use cases Secure and scale workflows with updated governance and monitoring best practices Book DescriptionWhether you're automating your first workflow or scaling enterprise-wide processes, this third edition of Workflow Automation with Microsoft Power Automate is your complete guide to getting the job done efficiently. Covering both foundational skills and advanced techniques, it empowers you to build powerful automations using Power Automate’s cloud flows, desktop RPA capabilities, and the latest AI features. You’ll begin with a step-by-step tour through Power Automate fundamentals, building practical skills with flows that integrate across Microsoft 365, Slack, Azure AD, and more. Next, you’ll dive into real-world scenarios, mastering everything from approvals and email automation to error handling and governance. Expanded content on AI Builder, generative AI, and Co-pilot shows you how to create intelligent workflows that save time and add value. Designed for information workers, power users, and citizen developers, this book brings the latest Power Automate updates into focus. With 7 new chapters, hands-on exercises, and expert guidance, it helps you stay ahead in today’s fast-evolving low-code landscape—whether you’re new to automation or leveling up your skills. What you will learn Build your first flows with connectors, actions, and triggers Automate with cloud flows, desktop flows, and approvals Use Co-pilot to build and manage flows faster with AI Integrate Power Automate with Slack, Teams, Azure AD, and Dataverse Leverage RPA to automate legacy systems and web apps Use AI Builder and generative AI for intelligent workflow design Monitor, troubleshoot, and govern enterprise-scale automations Apply best practices for security, compliance, and maintainability Who this book is forThis book is excellent for information workers and Power users who are looking to automate repetitive tasks for their organizations or for projects they are undertaking. To make the most of this book, you should have some basic exposure to the MS 365 platform.