check before: 2025-11-01
Product:
Microsoft 365 Apps
Platform:
Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
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Details:
Use rollback by group to selectively revert updates for specific device or user groups managed by cloud update. This feature helps recover devices to a previous version of Microsoft 365 Apps in the event an issue occurs following an update. Updates can then be resumed from the portal or with the next release of Monthly Enterprise Channel. It works for organizations of any size and delivers a quick and efficient recovery method.
Change Category:
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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability, Preview
Created:
2025-10-21
updated:
2025-10-21
Public Preview Start Date
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Docu to Check
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MS workload name
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summary for non-techies**
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Direct effects for Operations**
Rollback Feature Misconfiguration
If the rollback feature is not properly configured before an update, it may lead to users being stuck on outdated versions of Microsoft 365 Apps, causing compatibility issues with newer files and features.
- roles: IT Administrator, End User
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-blog/announcing-the-rollback-by-group-feature-for-microsoft-365-apps/ba-p/2671230
User Experience Disruption
Without preparation, users may experience disruptions in their workflow due to unexpected rollbacks, leading to confusion and decreased productivity as they adjust to changes in functionality.
- roles: End User, Support Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2021/06/15/whats-new-in-microsoft-365-apps-for-enterprise-june-2021/
Configutation Options**
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explanation for non-techies**
Imagine you're managing a large library, and every month, new books are delivered to replace older editions. Sometimes, a new edition might have a printing error or missing pages. In such cases, you need a way to quickly swap back to the previous edition to ensure readers still have access to accurate information.
In the world of Microsoft 365 Apps, updates are like these new book editions. They bring new features and improvements, but occasionally, they might introduce issues. The "rollback by group" feature acts like a librarian's ability to revert to the older, reliable edition of a book for specific sections of the library, ensuring that only the affected areas are addressed without disrupting the entire library.
This feature allows organizations to selectively revert updates for specific device or user groups if an issue arises after an update. Think of it as being able to fix only the shelves that have the problematic books, while the rest of the library continues to operate smoothly. Once the issue is resolved, updates can be resumed, much like restocking the shelves with the corrected editions.
This approach is beneficial for organizations of any size, providing a quick and efficient way to manage updates and maintain productivity. It ensures that only the necessary parts of the organization are affected, minimizing disruption and allowing for a smoother operation overall.
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