A developer built a sales calculation tool that integrates Excel price lists with PDF generation for B2B quote and order processes, storing files locally and optionally connecting to customer databases to reduce manual data entry for sales teams.
OpenDocBot is a client-side AI agent for Microsoft Office that lets users connect their own AI models from providers like OpenAI, Anthropic, and DeepSeek to draft content, analyze data, and automate workflows in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Currently in early access, it operates on a bring-your-own-key model with no data sent to company servers, supports local models via Ollama, and is free for teams up to 30 users.
Microsoft discontinued the COPILOT function in Excel starting September 14, 2026. The function, previously available only in preview through Insider programs, allowed users to generate AI responses directly in cells. Users can continue using AI features through the Copilot pane sidebar instead.