493319 – Microsoft Teams: BYOD space peripheral health signals and reports in the Pro Management portal

Product:

Teams

Platform:

Teams And Surface Devices, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

Links:

MC1090689

Details:

Admins can proactively manage peripherals in bring your own device (BYOD) rooms and desks with reports in the Pro Management portal that now flag if devices are faulty, undetectable by a PC, missing, or moved. Reports in the Pro Management portal require a Teams Shared Devices license for the room, and reports for desks are in public preview.

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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-05-30

updated:
2026-01-17

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summary for non-techies**

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you're managing a large law firm or a corporate office where everyone brings their own devices, like laptops and tablets, to work. Think of it like a bustling airport where each traveler brings their own luggage. Now, imagine if you had a system that could automatically check each piece of luggage to ensure it's in good condition, hasn't been lost, and is where it should be. This is similar to what Microsoft Teams is doing with its new feature in the Pro Management portal.

This feature allows IT administrators to keep an eye on all the devices people bring into the office, just like security at the airport. It helps them spot any issues with these devices, such as if a device is not working properly, can't be detected by the computer, is missing, or has been moved. This is particularly useful in spaces where employees bring their own devices, known as BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) spaces.

To access these reports, a Teams Shared Devices license is needed for the room. This is like having a special pass that gives you access to detailed information about the devices in the office. For desks, these reports are still being tested, similar to a new service at the airport that's available to a limited number of travelers before it's rolled out to everyone.

In summary, this new feature in Microsoft Teams is like having a high-tech security system for your office's devices, ensuring everything is in order and functioning as it should be, just like ensuring all luggage is safe and accounted for at an airport.