check before: 2024-11-01
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Copilot, Outlook, Teams
Platform:
Android, iOS, Mac, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
Launched
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Microsoft Places is an AI-powered workplace app for flexible work, empowering hybrid employees to foster in-office collaboration and leveraging insights into space optimization. Places intelligently allows you to coordinate your hybrid team to make the most of in-office days, modernize how employees make connections, and optimize space management with occupancy and utilization data.
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2024-10-31
updated:
2025-01-09
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft Places is a tool within Microsoft 365 that uses AI to optimize hybrid work by suggesting the best days for in-office collaboration and managing office space efficiently, integrating seamlessly with apps like Outlook and Teams across various devices.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience Disruption
Without proper preparation, users may face confusion and frustration due to sudden changes in the interface and functionality of Microsoft Places, leading to decreased productivity.
- roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-places-an-ai-powered-workplace-app/
Integration Issues
Changes to Microsoft Places may lead to integration problems with existing tools like Outlook and Teams, causing disruptions in workflows and communication.
- roles: Project Managers, Team Leaders
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-places-an-ai-powered-workplace-app/
Data Privacy Concerns
Implementing Microsoft Places without preparation may raise concerns about data privacy and security, especially regarding occupancy and utilization data collection.
- roles: Compliance Officers, Data Protection Officers
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-places-an-ai-powered-workplace-app/
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IT Security**
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explanation for non-techies**
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-01-09 | RM Status | Rolling out | Launched |
| 2024-11-27 | RM Status | In development | Rolling out |
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