MC1052162 – Microsoft Teams: Now available – new policy setting for Speaker Attribution in BYOD scenarios – Enabled ON by default

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Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Purview Information Protection, Teams

Platform:

Mac, Online, US Instances, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

Rolling out

Change type:

Admin impact, Feature update, Updated message, User impact

Links:

488301

Details:

Summary:
The new `SpeakerAttributionBYOD` setting in `csTeamsAIPolicy` for Microsoft Teams Premium users is now available, enabling IT admins to control speaker attribution for users joining from personal devices. It will be enabled by default starting June 2025. Admins can configure this setting using PowerShell.

Details:
Updated April 29, 2025: We have updated the title, timeline, and content. Thank you for your patience.
Available now: The new SpeakerAttributionBYOD setting is now available in csTeamsAIPolicy for Microsoft Teams Premium users. This gives IT admins more control over speaker attribution when users join meetings from personal (BYOD) devices. Admins can now configure this setting using PowerShell. If no action is taken, it will be enabled by default starting in early June 2025.
NOTE: If you are a Microsoft Teams customer (not a Microsoft Teams Premium customer), we are sending this message to you because this new setting will take effect automatically for any user assigned a Microsoft Teams Premium or Microsoft 365 Copilot license-even if your organization previously didn't have these licenses. Therefore, we recommend all organizations review this message, regardless of your organization's current license status.
This setting allows organizations to manage how speaker attribution is used in meetings where users join via personal devices, helping enhance the in-meeting and post-meeting experience with features like speaker labels (Speaker 1, Speaker 2, etc.) and Microsoft 365 Copilot in shared spaces. To access Copilot features, a Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required.
This message applies to Teams for Windows desktop and Teams for Mac desktop.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 488301.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC): We will begin rolling out mid-July 2025 and expect to complete by late July 2025.

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General Availability, Targeted Release

Created:
2025-04-10

updated:
2025-05-30

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summary for non-techies**

Microsoft Teams will introduce a Speaker Attribution feature in June 2025, enabling automatic voice recognition and labeling of speakers in meetings, with IT administrators able to manage this setting via PowerShell, and it will be enabled by default for organizations using Microsoft Teams Premium or Microsoft 365 Copilot licenses.

Direct effects for Operations**

User Confusion
Users may be confused by the automatic attribution of speakers when joining from personal devices, leading to misunderstandings during meetings.
   - roles: End Users, Meeting Organizers
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoftteams/rooms/voice-and-face-recognition, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?searchterms=488301

Privacy Concerns
Automatic speaker attribution may raise privacy concerns among users who prefer anonymity when joining meetings from personal devices.
   - roles: End Users, Compliance Officers
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoftteams/rooms/voice-and-face-recognition, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?searchterms=488301

Increased Support Requests
The change may lead to an increase in support requests from users needing assistance with the new speaker attribution feature.
   - roles: IT Support Staff, Help Desk Agents
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/powershell/module/teams/get-csteamsaipolicy?view=teams-ps, https://learn.microsoft.com/powershell/module/teams/set-csteamsaipolicy?view=teams-ps

Training Needs
Users may require additional training to understand the new features and how to manage their speaker profiles effectively.
   - roles: End Users, Training Coordinators
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoftteams/rooms/voice-and-face-recognition, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?searchterms=488301

Feature Misuse
Without proper preparation, users may misuse the speaker attribution feature, leading to miscommunication and disruption during meetings.
   - roles: End Users, Meeting Organizers
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoftteams/rooms/voice-and-face-recognition, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?searchterms=488301

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Enhanced User Experience with Speaker Attribution
The new SpeakerAttributionBYOD setting allows organizations to provide clear speaker labels during meetings, improving clarity and engagement for participants. This is particularly beneficial in hybrid work environments where users join from various personal devices, as it helps to identify speakers easily, thereby enhancing the overall meeting experience.
   - next-steps: Evaluate current meeting policies and user feedback to understand the impact of speaker attribution. Configure the SpeakerAttributionBYOD setting using PowerShell to align with organizational preferences before the default activation in June 2025.
   - roles: IT Administrators, Team Leaders, Human Resources Managers
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoftteams/rooms/voice-and-face-recognition, https://learn.microsoft.com/powershell/module/teams/get-csteamsaipolicy?view=teams-ps

Utilization of Microsoft 365 Copilot Features
By enabling speaker attribution, organizations can leverage Microsoft 365 Copilot features in meetings. This integration allows for enhanced data insights and productivity tools that can assist users in summarizing meetings, tracking action items, and improving collaboration.
   - next-steps: Ensure that relevant teams are trained on how to utilize Microsoft 365 Copilot features effectively in conjunction with the new speaker attribution setting. Consider a pilot program to gather insights on user adoption and feedback.
   - roles: Project Managers, Team Leaders, IT Administrators
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?searchterms=488301

Streamlined IT Administration and Policy Management
The new PowerShell commands for managing the SpeakerAttributionBYOD setting allow IT administrators to streamline policy management across the organization. This reduces the administrative overhead and provides a centralized way to configure settings for user experiences in Teams meetings.
   - next-steps: Develop a standardized procedure for IT staff to use PowerShell for managing Teams policies, including the new SpeakerAttributionBYOD setting. Train IT staff on these procedures to ensure consistency and efficiency in policy management.
   - roles: IT Administrators, System Administrators, Compliance Officers
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/powershell/module/teams/set-csteamsaipolicy?view=teams-ps

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