503775 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): [Copilot Extensibility] Support of Audit logs for custom engine agents

Product:

Copilot

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

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Details:

Support of Audit logs for custom engine agents.

Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-10-17

updated:
2025-10-17

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

Audit Log Implementation
Without proper preparation, the implementation of audit logs for custom engine agents may lead to data integrity issues, as existing logs may not be compatible or may not capture all necessary events, resulting in incomplete audit trails.
   - roles: IT Administrator, Compliance Officer
   - 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 Disruption
The introduction of new audit logging features without adequate user training and communication can lead to confusion among users, potentially disrupting their workflow and causing frustration due to unexpected changes in system behavior.
   - roles: End User, Support Staff
   - references: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2023/03/20/what-is-microsoft-365-copilot-and-how-does-it-work/?sh=5c1c1c1e7c3e, https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-365-copilot-what-you-need-to-know/

Configutation Options**

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IT Security**

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explanation for non-techies**

Microsoft Copilot, part of the Microsoft 365 suite, is a tool designed to assist users by automating tasks and providing intelligent suggestions. One of the recent developments in Copilot is the support for audit logs for custom engine agents. To understand this, let's use a real-life analogy.

Imagine you run a large office building with various departments, each having its own security system. Each department can install custom security cameras to monitor their specific areas. However, to ensure everything is running smoothly and securely, you need a centralized logbook that records all activities from these different cameras. This logbook helps you track who accessed which area and when, providing a comprehensive overview of the building's security.

Similarly, in the digital world, businesses often use custom engine agents within Microsoft Copilot to perform specific tasks tailored to their needs. These agents are like the custom security cameras, each designed to handle particular functions. The new support for audit logs acts as the centralized logbook, recording the activities of these custom agents. This feature allows businesses to monitor and review the actions taken by their custom agents, ensuring compliance, security, and efficiency.

By having access to these audit logs, managers and IT professionals can gain insights into how the custom agents are being used, identify any irregularities, and make informed decisions to optimize their operations. Just as a building manager would use the logbook to ensure the safety and security of the premises, businesses can use these audit logs to maintain the integrity and effectiveness of their digital operations.