501113 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): [Copilot Extensibility] Gracefully handle Foundry agents that will either be blocked or will work with sub-optimal experiences

Product:

Copilot

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

Cancelled

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Details:

Gracefully handle Foundry agents that will either be blocked or will work with sub-optimal experiences. This item is no longer accurate and will be removed from the roadmap. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-10-23

updated:
2026-03-13

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summary for non-techies**

In Microsoft 365, Copilot functions as a personal assistant to help users manage tasks, but it may encounter limitations due to technical constraints or settings, and "gracefully handling" these situations involves providing clear feedback and alternative solutions to maintain a smooth user experience, despite challenges with components like Foundry agents.

Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Degradation
Users may experience interruptions or degraded performance when using Microsoft Copilot due to unprepared handling of Foundry agents, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
   - roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/03/16/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-microsoft-365/

Increased Support Tickets
The lack of preparation for changes may lead to an increase in support tickets as users encounter issues with Copilot functionality, overwhelming IT support resources.
   - roles: IT Support Staff, Help Desk Technicians
   - references: https://www.zdnet.com/article/how-to-handle-increased-support-tickets-in-it/

Training and Onboarding Challenges
Users may require additional training to adapt to the changes in Copilot functionality, which can lead to delays in onboarding and productivity.
   - roles: End Users, Training Coordinators
   - references: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2023/01/30/the-importance-of-training-in-the-age-of-ai/?sh=5c1b1e1e7c3b

Loss of Trust in IT Solutions
Frequent changes without proper communication and preparation can lead to a loss of trust in IT solutions among users, affecting overall morale and engagement.
   - roles: End Users, IT Management
   - references: https://www.cio.com/article/243198/how-to-build-trust-in-it-among-employees.html

Potential Data Security Risks
Unprepared changes may inadvertently expose vulnerabilities in the system, leading to potential data security risks and breaches.
   - roles: IT Security Analysts, Compliance Officers
   - references: https://www.csoonline.com/article/3531230/5-ways-to-improve-data-security-in-your-organization.html

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explanation for non-techies**

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