417064 – Outlook: RSVP response in meeting invite message for shared calendars (archived)

Product:

Outlook, Windows

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

Links:

Details:

Managers and delegates will be able to see the user who has responded to meeting invites in shared calendars. This feature will be available in the new Outlook for Windows and web #newoutlookforwindows

Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2024-09-19

updated:
2025-05-08

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summary for non-techies**

Outlook for Windows and the web now allows managers and delegates to directly view RSVP responses in shared calendars, streamlining meeting organization by providing real-time visibility of attendee status.

Direct effects for Operations**

User Privacy Concerns
The visibility of RSVP responses in shared calendars may lead to privacy issues, as users may not want their responses to be publicly visible to all delegates and managers.
   - roles: End Users, Managers
   - references: https://www.techradar.com/news/microsoft-outlook-rsvp-response-in-meeting-invite-message-for-shared-calendars

Increased Meeting Overhead
With more visibility into RSVP responses, there may be an increase in follow-up communications and pressure on users to respond quickly, potentially leading to meeting fatigue.
   - roles: End Users, Administrative Staff
   - references: https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-outlook-rsvp-response-in-meeting-invite-message-for-shared-calendars/

Configutation Options**

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explanation for non-techies**

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