499429 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): [Copilot Chat] Search based user RSVP status

Product:

Copilot, Project

Platform:

Android, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

In development

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Details:

Users will be able to search for meetings based on Self RSVP and Others RSVP status in Copilot Chat. Example prompts for a user looking for their own RSVP status include: "Meetings I have accepted/declined/marked tentative for today" "Did I accept Project OKR review meeting" "List all events I have not RSVPed". Example prompts for a user looking for other individuals' RSVP status include: "List RSVP status of attendees for the review meeting" "Who all have accepted the next meeting?" "Will Sarah attend Project review meet?"

Change Category:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-08-26

updated:
2025-08-26

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

User Confusion and Miscommunication
If users are not adequately prepared for the new RSVP search functionality, they may misinterpret the RSVP statuses, leading to confusion about meeting attendance and potential miscommunication among team members.
   - roles: Project Managers, Team Members
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-microsoft-365/

Increased Support Requests
The introduction of the RSVP search feature without proper training may lead to an increase in support requests as users struggle to understand how to utilize the new functionality effectively.
   - roles: IT Support Staff, End Users
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-microsoft-365/

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explanation for non-techies**

Microsoft is introducing a new feature in its Copilot Chat that allows users to search for meeting RSVP statuses, both for themselves and others. Think of it like having a personal assistant who can quickly tell you who’s coming to a meeting or remind you of your own plans.

Imagine you’re hosting a dinner party. You’d want to know who’s confirmed they’re coming, who’s still on the fence, and who’s declined. This new feature works similarly but for your work meetings. You can ask Copilot to show you which meetings you’ve accepted, declined, or marked as tentative for any given day. It’s like having a quick glance at your guest list for the day.

Similarly, if you’re curious about who else is attending a meeting, you can ask Copilot to provide the RSVP status of other attendees. It’s like checking with your party planner to see which friends have said they’ll be there. This feature can be particularly useful for managers or project leads who need to ensure key team members will be present for important discussions.

This capability is available across various platforms, including Android, Desktop, and Web, making it accessible no matter where you are working from. Whether you’re at your desk or on the go, you can quickly get the information you need to stay organized and informed about your meetings.