MC1062450 – (Updated) Microsoft Fabric: Changes to delegation capabilities for Microsoft Azure OpenAI tenant settings (archived)

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Copilot, Fabric, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Power BI

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Online, World tenant

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Admin impact, Feature update, Updated message, User impact

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Summary:
Updated April 28, 2025: Please disregard this message as it was published by mistake. We apologize for any confusion.

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Updated April 28, 2025: Please disregard this message as it was published by mistake. We apologize for any confusion.
Coming soon: An update to the behavior of an existing tenant setting in Microsoft Fabric that allows Fabric admins to enable Microsoft Copilot and other features powered by Microsoft Azure OpenAI in Fabric.
Fabric tenant setting name: Users can use Copilot and other features powered by Azure OpenAI
Impact: No impact if no action is taken
This feature does not require an additional Microsoft 365 Copilot license. Only Fabric capacity is required.
[When this will happen:]
Starting May 12, 2025, this change will be incrementally rolled out to all customers of Fabric.
Fabric service admins can check the visual cue at the top of the Tenant settings page to check when the setting behavior has been updated and take action as necessary.

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Created:
2025-04-26

updated:
2025-04-29

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summary for non-techies**

Microsoft is updating its Fabric platform to allow tenant admins to override capacity admins in managing certain settings, including features like Microsoft Copilot powered by Azure OpenAI, enabling tenant admins to decide whether to take control or maintain the current delegation setup.

Direct effects for Operations**

Loss of Copilot Features
If tenant admins remove delegation without proper communication, existing Copilot features will stop for users in the capacity.
   - roles: Capacity Admins, End Users
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/fabric/fundamentals/copilot-fabric-overview

User Confusion
Users may experience confusion and frustration if Copilot features are suddenly disabled without prior notice.
   - roles: End Users, Support Staff
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/fabric/fundamentals/copilot-fabric-overview

Increased Support Requests
The sudden change in feature availability may lead to an increase in support requests from users seeking clarification.
   - roles: Support Staff, IT Helpdesk
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/fabric/fundamentals/copilot-fabric-overview

Compliance Issues
Failure to communicate changes may lead to non-compliance with organizational policies regarding feature management.
   - roles: Compliance Officers, IT Managers
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/fabric/fundamentals/copilot-fabric-overview

Operational Disruption
Removing delegation without preparation may disrupt ongoing projects that rely on Copilot features, affecting productivity.
   - roles: Project Managers, End Users
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/fabric/fundamentals/copilot-fabric-overview

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Centralized Control for Tenant Settings
The ability for tenant admins to take back control of the Copilot and Azure OpenAI features can lead to improved governance and compliance. This allows for better alignment with organizational policies and security protocols, ensuring that only approved features are used across the organization.
   - next-steps: Evaluate the current delegation settings and communicate with capacity admins regarding the implications of changing these settings. Conduct a risk assessment to determine if delegation should be removed or maintained.
   - roles: IT Administrators, Compliance Officers, Security Managers
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/fabric/fundamentals/copilot-fabric-overview

Enhanced User Experience through Controlled Feature Access
By enabling tenant admins to manage feature access at a higher level, organizations can tailor the user experience based on specific departmental needs or compliance requirements. This can prevent unauthorized or unnecessary features from being used, streamlining workflows.
   - next-steps: Identify departments that may benefit from restricted or enhanced feature access and develop a communication plan to inform users of any changes. Gather feedback to assess user needs and adjust settings accordingly.
   - roles: Department Heads, User Experience Designers, IT Support Teams
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/fabric/fundamentals/copilot-fabric-overview

Cost Management through Efficient Feature Utilization
With the ability to control which features are enabled, organizations can avoid unnecessary costs associated with unused features or over-provisioning. This can lead to more efficient use of resources and potential cost savings.
   - next-steps: Analyze current feature usage across departments to identify underutilized features. Consider conducting a cost-benefit analysis to determine the financial impact of enabling or disabling certain features.
   - roles: Finance Managers, IT Administrators, Capacity Planning Teams
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/fabric/fundamentals/copilot-fabric-overview

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