502878 – Microsoft 365 admin center: Agent metadata in inventory export

Product:

Copilot, Microsoft 365 admin center

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

In development

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Details:

Agent metadata export in Microsoft 365 admin center includes expanded metadata fields, covering Capabilities, Data Sources, Actions, Created In, and Created By. Enables enhanced visibility for auditing, governance, and lifecycle tracking. #copilotcontrolsystem

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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-09-10

updated:
2025-09-11

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

Increased Complexity in Data Management
The introduction of expanded metadata fields may lead to confusion and complexity in managing and interpreting the data, potentially resulting in misconfigurations or errors in data handling.
   - roles: IT Administrators, Data Analysts
   - references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-admin-center-blog/agent-metadata-inventory-export/ba-p/123456" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-admin-center-blog/agent-metadata-inventory-export/ba-p/123456, https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/whats-new-in-microsoft-365-admin-center/ " target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/whats-new-in-microsoft-365-admin-center/

User Experience Degradation
If the new metadata fields are not properly integrated into existing workflows, users may experience delays or difficulties in accessing necessary information, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
   - roles: End Users, Support Staff
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/whats-new-in-microsoft-365-admin-center/, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-admin-center-blog/agent-metadata-inventory-export/ba-p/123456" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-admin-center-blog/agent-metadata-inventory-export/ba-p/123456

Configutation Options**

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Data Protection**

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you're managing a large library. In this library, you have thousands of books, each with its own unique details like the author, genre, publication date, and who last borrowed it. To keep track of all these details, you have a catalog system that helps you manage and audit the books efficiently.

Now, think of Microsoft 365 as a vast digital library, and the admin center is your catalog system. Recently, Microsoft has introduced an update that enhances how you can view and manage the "books" or digital resources in your library. This update is like adding more columns to your catalog, providing you with additional information about each book.

The new metadata fields in the Microsoft 365 admin center are similar to these new columns. They include details such as Capabilities (what the resource can do), Data Sources (where the information comes from), Actions (what has been done with the resource), Created In (where it was created), and Created By (who created it). This expanded view is like having a more detailed library catalog, which helps you see everything at a glance.

For lawyers, managers, or HR staff, this means you can now better track and manage the digital resources within your organization. It allows for improved auditing, governance, and lifecycle tracking, much like how a librarian can easily see the history and details of each book. This enhanced visibility ensures that you have a clear understanding of your digital assets, making it easier to ensure compliance and manage resources effectively.