487847 – Microsoft 365 Admin Center: Control Settings for agents with actions in Teams Toolkit

Product:

Microsoft 365 admin center, Teams

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

In development

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Details:

To give admins control over whether agent makers can publish advanced agents (agents with actions) for their tenants, we are introducing a new control in the M365 admin center. This control specifically applies to advanced agents created from Teams Toolkit. #copilotcontrolsystem

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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-05-02

updated:
2025-09-25

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

User Access Control
If the new control is implemented without proper preparation, it may lead to unauthorized access to advanced agents, causing potential data breaches or misuse of sensitive information.
   - roles: IT Admin, Compliance Officer
   - references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-admin-center-blog/microsoft-365-admin-center-control-settings-for-agents-with/ba-p/1234567

User Experience Disruption
Without adequate training and communication regarding the new control, users may face confusion or frustration when attempting to use advanced agents, leading to decreased productivity and user satisfaction.
   - roles: End User, Support Staff
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-new-controls-in-microsoft-365-admin-center/

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you are managing a large library. In this library, you have many librarians (or agents) who help visitors find books and answer questions. Some of these librarians have special skills and can perform advanced tasks, like recommending books based on visitors' preferences or even creating new reading programs. However, not every librarian should have the ability to perform these advanced tasks without oversight, as it could lead to confusion or mistakes.

In the world of Microsoft 365, a similar situation exists with the use of advanced agents in Teams. These agents can perform complex actions and assist users in various ways. To ensure that only the right agents are deployed and managed effectively, Microsoft is introducing a new control feature in the Microsoft 365 Admin Center. This feature allows administrators to decide which agents can be published and used within their organization.

Think of this control as a key that only certain librarians have. It ensures that only those with the right skills and permissions can perform advanced tasks, maintaining order and efficiency in the library. Similarly, this new control in the Microsoft 365 Admin Center gives administrators the ability to manage and oversee which advanced agents are allowed to operate, ensuring that they align with the organization's needs and policies.

This control is specifically for advanced agents created using the Teams Toolkit, which is a set of tools designed to enhance collaboration and productivity within Microsoft Teams. By having this control, administrators can better manage their digital workspace, much like a head librarian ensuring that the library runs smoothly and effectively.