500637 – Microsoft Teams: App Deployment in Teams Admin Center

Product:

Microsoft 365 admin center, Teams

Platform:

World tenant

Status:

Rolling out

Change type:

Links:

MC795355

Details:

We're introducing a new admin setting that replaces the Installed apps section in app setup policies, enabling more streamlined per-app deployment control. With controls to pre-install the app for : all users, specific users and groups, or no users.

Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-08-21

updated:
2025-10-23

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you're organizing a large conference. Previously, you had a list of all the materials and equipment needed for the event, but they were all jumbled together in one big pile. It was your job to sift through and decide what each speaker or participant needed, which was time-consuming and not very efficient.

Now, picture a new system where you have separate bins for each speaker or participant. You can easily decide what goes into each bin, whether it's a microphone, a projector, or just a name tag. You can even decide if some bins remain empty because those participants don't need anything extra.

This is similar to the change in Microsoft Teams' admin settings. Previously, the Installed apps section was like that big pile, where you had to manage app installations for everyone in a less organized way. With the new admin setting, it's like having those separate bins. You can pre-install apps for all users, specific users and groups, or choose not to install them for some. This allows for more precise control, making it easier to ensure everyone has exactly what they need without unnecessary clutter.