check before: 2024-02-13
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Entra, Microsoft 365 admin center, Microsoft 365 for the web, Teams
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US Instances, Web, World tenant
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Summary:
Microsoft Teams is rolling out a Global reader role for read-only access to the Teams devices section in the Teams admin center. Admins with this role can view device information but cannot make edits or take remote actions on the devices. The rollout will begin in mid-May 2024 and is expected to be completed by late May 2024. No action is needed to prepare for this change.
Details:
Updated April 23, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Admins can now use the existing Global reader role for read-only access to the Teams devices section in the Teams admin center!
The Global reader role is a built-in role in Microsoft Entra ID that allows admins to view all administrative features and settings without the ability to edit or modify them. This role is useful for auditing, reporting, and troubleshooting purposes.
[When will this happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC): We will begin rolling out this improvement in mid-May 2024 (previously late March) and expect to complete it by late May 2024 (previously mid-April).
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2024-01-30
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2024-04-24
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Direct effects for Operations**
- Impact on IT Operations
- Limited ability for IT administrators to perform remote actions on Teams devices
- Role: IT Administrators
- Dependency: Teams device management processes may slow down due to the inability to perform immediate actions like updates or restarts.
- Reference: [Microsoft Teams Admin Center](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoftteams/manage-devices)
- Impact on IT Services
- Potential delays in troubleshooting and device management
- Role: IT Support Staff
- Dependency: Increased reliance on other roles or processes to perform actions that were previously manageable by IT admins, leading to longer resolution times for device-related issues.
- Reference: [Microsoft Entra ID Roles](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/active-directory/roles/overview)
- Impact on IT Users
- Users may experience longer wait times for device-related issues to be resolved
- Role: End Users
- Dependency: Users relying on Teams devices for communication may face disruptions if issues cannot be addressed promptly due to the read-only access limitation.
- Reference: [Microsoft Teams Device Management](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoftteams/devices)
Opportunities**
- Enhanced Monitoring and Reporting Capabilities
- With the introduction of the Global reader role, IT administrators can leverage this role to improve monitoring and reporting on Teams devices without the risk of accidental changes. This can lead to better insights into device performance and usage patterns.
- Roles that might profit: IT Administrators, Compliance Officers, and Auditors.
- Reference: [Microsoft Learn on Admin Roles](https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/admin/add-users/about-admin-roles?view=o365-worldwide)
- Improved Security and Control
- The read-only access provided by the Global reader role enhances security by limiting the ability to make changes to device settings. This can help prevent unauthorized modifications and ensure that only designated personnel can make critical changes.
- Roles that might profit: Security Officers, IT Administrators, and Compliance Officers.
- Streamlined Troubleshooting Processes
- The ability to access detailed device information without the risk of making changes allows IT teams to troubleshoot issues more effectively. They can gather necessary data for analysis and resolution without the fear of disrupting device configurations.
- Roles that might profit: IT Support Staff, IT Administrators, and Help Desk Technicians.
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2024-04-24 | MC Messages | Updated March 5, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Admins can now use the existing Global reader role for read-only access to the Teams devices section in the Teams admin center! The Global reader role is a built-in role in Microsoft Entra ID that allows admins to view all administrative features and settings without the ability to edit or modify them. This role is useful for auditing, reporting, and troubleshooting purposes. [When will this happen:] General Availability (Worldwide, GCC): We will begin rolling out this improvement in late March 2024 (previously mid-February) and expect to complete it by mid-April 2024 (previously late February). | Updated April 23, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Admins can now use the existing Global reader role for read-only access to the Teams devices section in the Teams admin center! The Global reader role is a built-in role in Microsoft Entra ID that allows admins to view all administrative features and settings without the ability to edit or modify them. This role is useful for auditing, reporting, and troubleshooting purposes. [When will this happen:] General Availability (Worldwide, GCC): We will begin rolling out this improvement in mid-May 2024 (previously late March) and expect to complete it by late May 2024 (previously mid-April). |
| 2024-04-24 | MC Last Updated | 03/05/2024 22:40:37 | 2024-04-23T20:25:22Z |
| 2024-04-24 | MC Summary | Microsoft Teams is rolling out a Global reader role for read-only access to the Teams devices section in the Teams admin center. Admins with this role can view device information but cannot make edits or take remote actions on the devices. The rollout will begin in late March 2024 and is expected to be completed by mid-April 2024. No action is needed to prepare for this change. | Microsoft Teams is rolling out a Global reader role for read-only access to the Teams devices section in the Teams admin center. Admins with this role can view device information but cannot make edits or take remote actions on the devices. The rollout will begin in mid-May 2024 and is expected to be completed by late May 2024. No action is needed to prepare for this change. |
| 2024-03-06 | MC Messages | Admins can now use the existing Global reader role for read-only access to the Teams devices section in the Teams admin center!
The Global reader role is a built-in role in Microsoft Entra ID that allows admins to view all administrative features and settings without the ability to edit or modify them. This role is useful for auditing, reporting, and troubleshooting purposes. [When will this happen:] Standard Release: We will begin rolling out this improvement in mid-February and expect to complete it by late February. | Updated March 5, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Admins can now use the existing Global reader role for read-only access to the Teams devices section in the Teams admin center! The Global reader role is a built-in role in Microsoft Entra ID that allows admins to view all administrative features and settings without the ability to edit or modify them. This role is useful for auditing, reporting, and troubleshooting purposes. [When will this happen:] General Availability (Worldwide, GCC): We will begin rolling out this improvement in late March 2024 (previously mid-February) and expect to complete it by mid-April 2024 (previously late February). |
| 2024-03-06 | MC Title | Microsoft Teams: Global reader role for Teams devices in Teams admin center | (Updated) Microsoft Teams: Global reader role for Teams devices in Teams admin center |
| 2024-03-06 | MC Last Updated | 01/30/2024 00:50:22 | 2024-03-05T22:40:37Z |
| 2024-03-06 | MC MessageTagNames | Feature update, Admin impact | Updated message, Feature update, Admin impact |
| 2024-03-06 | MC Summary | Microsoft Teams is rolling out a Global reader role for read-only access to the Teams devices section in the Teams admin center. Admins with this role can view device information but cannot make edits or take remote actions on the devices. The rollout will begin in late March 2024 and is expected to be completed by mid-April 2024. No action is needed to prepare for this change. |
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