501112 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): [Copilot Extensibility] No-Code Publishing for Azure AI Foundry Agents to Microsoft 365 Copilot Agent Store

Product:

Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot

Platform:

Developer, Web, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

Links:

Details:

Developers can now publish Azure AI Foundry Agents directly to the Microsoft 365 Copilot Agent Store with a simplified, no-code experience.

Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-11-17

updated:
2026-03-13

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summary for non-techies**

Microsoft has introduced a no-code feature allowing developers to publish Azure AI Foundry Agents directly to the Microsoft 365 Copilot Agent Store, simplifying the process of enhancing Microsoft 365 with AI capabilities.

Direct effects for Operations**

Integration Issues
If the new no-code publishing feature is implemented without proper preparation, it may lead to integration issues with existing Microsoft 365 applications, causing disruptions in user workflows.
   - roles: Developers, IT Support
   - references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-developer-blog/introducing-microsoft-365-copilot/ba-p/3731230, https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/03/16/introducing-microsoft-365-copilot/

User Experience Degradation
The introduction of new agents without adequate testing may result in bugs or performance issues, negatively impacting user experience and productivity.
   - roles: End Users, Product Managers
   - references: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2023/03/17/microsoft-365-copilot-what-it-is-and-why-it-matters/?sh=5c1c1e4e7b1b, https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-365-copilot-is-here-what-you-need-to-know/

Configutation Options**

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explanation for non-techies**

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