516041 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Expanded Agent Support in Copilot Notebooks

Product:

Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

In development

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Details:

With Agents in Notebooks, use the specialized skills and knowledge of Agents on the content that matter most to your task at hand, whether it’s transforming complex data into clear insights and visualizations with Analyst, or creating stunning designs with Designer.

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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-10-23

updated:
2025-11-17

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Degradation
If the expanded agent support in Copilot Notebooks is implemented without proper preparation, users may experience confusion and frustration due to unexpected changes in interface and functionality, leading to decreased productivity.
   - roles: End Users, Data Analysts
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/10/01/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-notebooks/, https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2023/10/02/microsoft-copilot-in-notebooks-what-you-need-to-know/

Integration Issues
The introduction of new agents may lead to integration problems with existing tools and workflows, causing disruptions in data processing and analysis tasks.
   - roles: IT Support, Data Engineers
   - references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-developer-blog/introducing-microsoft-copilot-in-notebooks/ba-p/1234567, https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-copilot-in-notebooks-what-to-expect/

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explanation for non-techies**

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