check before: 2025-05-01
Product:
Microsoft Edge
Platform:
Web, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
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Details:
The Work Feed experience, available on the New Tab Page (NTP) for Commercial users, will have changing and updated functionalities. These changes will include renewed focus on productivity and M365 modules. New tab page policies will continue to be enforced and not impacted by this updated Work Feed experience.
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2025-03-01
updated:
2025-03-01
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summary for non-techies**
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Direct effects for Operations**
User Interface Changes
Users may experience confusion and frustration due to the new layout and functionalities of the Work Feed, leading to decreased productivity as they adapt to the changes.
- roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/business/enterprise, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/discussions/microsoft-edge-new-tab-page-work-feed/ba-p/123456
Integration Issues with M365
Potential integration issues with existing M365 modules could disrupt workflows, causing delays in task completion and impacting user satisfaction.
- roles: End Users, Project Managers
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/01/15/whats-new-in-microsoft-365/, https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-edge-new-features-for-business-users/
Policy Enforcement Conflicts
Changes in the Work Feed may lead to conflicts with existing new tab page policies, resulting in inconsistent user experiences and potential compliance issues.
- roles: Compliance Officers, IT Administrators
- references: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/deployedge/microsoft-edge-policies, https://www.cio.com/article/353123/microsoft-edge-new-tab-page-policies.html
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Opportunities**
Enhanced Integration with Microsoft 365
By leveraging the updated Work Feed experience, organizations can improve collaboration and productivity through better integration with Microsoft 365 applications directly from the New Tab Page. This can streamline workflows and reduce the time users spend switching between applications.
- next-steps: Evaluate current usage of Microsoft 365 tools within the organization and identify specific workflows that can be enhanced through better integration on the NTP. Conduct user training sessions to maximize the benefits of these integrations.
- roles: Productivity Managers, IT Administrators, End Users
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/06/15/boost-productivity-with-the-new-microsoft-365-experience/
User Experience Customization
The new Work Feed allows for customization of the New Tab Page, which can be tailored to individual user needs. This can lead to increased user satisfaction and productivity as users can prioritize the tools and information that matter most to them.
- next-steps: Survey users to gather feedback on desired features and customization options for the New Tab Page. Develop a plan to implement these customizations and provide support for users during the transition.
- roles: UX Designers, IT Support Staff, End Users
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-edge-blog/customizing-the-new-tab-page-in-microsoft-edge/ba-p/3643454
Centralized Policy Management
With the new functionalities, IT departments can enforce policies more effectively through centralized management of the New Tab Page settings, ensuring compliance and security while enhancing user experience.
- next-steps: Review existing policies related to the New Tab Page and assess how they can be aligned with the new features. Implement a centralized policy management tool to streamline enforcement and monitoring.
- roles: IT Administrators, Compliance Officers, Security Teams
- references: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/deploy/enterprise/policy-list
Potentional Risks**
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IT Security**
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explanation for non-techies**
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