100245 – Microsoft Viva: Controlling Topic highlights on SharePoint (archived)

Product:

Microsoft Lists, Microsoft Viva, SharePoint

Platform:

Online, US Instances, Web, World tenant

Status:

Cancelled

Change type:

Feature update, User impact

Links:

Details:

The long-awaited feature to control what Topics get highlighted on SharePoint pages and news posts with an alternative user experience to discover Topics on the page. This item is no longer accurate and is being removed from the roadmap. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2022-09-28

updated:
2024-12-10

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

Removal of Topic Control Feature
The removal of the feature to control highlighted Topics on SharePoint may lead to confusion among users who rely on this functionality for content discovery, resulting in a less personalized user experience.
   - roles: Content Managers, End Users
   - references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-viva-blog/microsoft-viva-controlling-topic-highlights-on-sharepoint/ba-p/3651230

User Experience Degradation
Without the ability to control Topic highlights, users may experience a cluttered interface, making it harder to find relevant information, which can lead to decreased productivity.
   - roles: End Users, IT Support
   - references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-viva-blog/microsoft-viva-controlling-topic-highlights-on-sharepoint/ba-p/3651230

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explanation for non-techies**

Microsoft Viva's feature to control which Topics are highlighted on SharePoint pages was anticipated by many users. This feature was intended to give users more control over how information is presented and discovered on SharePoint pages and news posts. However, this feature is no longer moving forward and has been removed from the roadmap.

Imagine planning a big renovation for your office. You've been told that a new coffee machine will be installed in the break room, allowing everyone to enjoy a better coffee experience. You might have even started telling your colleagues about this exciting upgrade. But then, plans change, and the coffee machine is no longer coming. While it might be disappointing, it's important to adjust expectations and look for other ways to enhance the office environment.

Similarly, with the removal of this Microsoft Viva feature, users will need to continue using existing methods to manage and discover Topics on SharePoint. While it might not be the update some were hoping for, SharePoint and Microsoft Viva still offer many other tools and features to support collaboration and information sharing. Just like finding a different way to improve the break room, users can explore other functionalities within these platforms to meet their needs.