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    TAC County Information Resources Agency (CIRA)

    TAC CIRA provides technology services, including email and website services, and training and informational resources to county and local government entities, such as drainage and hospital districts.

    Programs

    Microsoft Office and Copilot

    With TAC CIRA, Texas counties can save money on Microsoft Office and Copilot, the premier productivity tools.

    The Microsoft Office Suite comes with:

    • Word, for writing and editing documents
    • Excel, for organizing information in spreadsheets
    • PowerPoint, for creating eye-catching presentations
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    You can also choose to add Copilot, Microsoft’s artificial intelligence (AI) tool. By simply typing in a prompt, Copilot can:

    • Draft and edit emails, documents, stories and reports
    • Generate images
    • Summarize meetings
    • Analyze spreadsheets
    • Build presentation slides

    FAQs

    How is Microsoft Office helpful for county governments?

    Microsoft Office has a wide variety of tools to help Texas county governments stay efficient and productive. With Microsoft Word, you can draft documents and easily collaborate with team members. Microsoft PowerPoint allows users to create professional presentations, and Microsoft Excel helps users analyze and organize information.

    Why should I purchase Microsoft Office through TAC CIRA?

    TAC CIRA can help Texas counties and government entities save money on Microsoft Office licenses. Contact TAC CIRA for a specific quote.

    Can county governments use Microsoft Copilot?

    Many Texas county governments use Microsoft Copilot to draft emails, edit text and create presentations. It is an AI tool, so it’s important to consult your office’s AI policy before using.