MC777847 – (Updated) Loop components in Microsoft OneNote (archived)

Product:

Microsoft 365 for the web, Microsoft Loop, OneDrive, OneNote, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams

Platform:

Online, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

Admin impact, New feature, Updated message, User impact

Links:

379968

Details:

Summary:
Loop components will be available in Microsoft OneNote, enhancing collaboration and productivity. Rollout for OneNote Web starts early April 2024, and for the Desktop App, early June 2024. Users can insert Loop components for real-time collaboration. Admins should update policies and documentation to prepare. Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 379968 is associated with this update.

Details:
Updated August 20, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
You can create or insert Loop components into your Microsoft OneNote notebook.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 379968

[When this will happen:]
General Availability (OneNote Web): We will begin rolling out early April 2024 and expect to complete by early May 2024.
General Availability (OneNote Desktop App): We will begin rolling out early June 2024 and expect to complete by mid-August 2024 (previously early August).

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Release Phase:
Current Channel, General Availability, Preview, Targeted Release

Created:
2024-04-16

updated:
2024-08-21

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Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Disruption
Users may experience confusion and disruption in their workflow due to the sudden introduction of Loop components without prior training or documentation updates.
   - impacted roles: End Users, Team Leaders
   - references: https://insider.microsoft365.com/blog/collaborate-using-loop-components-in-onenote" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://insider.microsoft365.com/blog/collaborate-using-loop-components-in-onenote, https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/loop/loop-components-configuration?view=o365-worldwide " target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/loop/loop-components-configuration?view=o365-worldwide

Collaboration Inefficiencies
The lack of preparation may lead to inefficiencies in collaboration as users may not understand how to effectively use Loop components, resulting in miscommunication and fragmented notes.
   - impacted roles: Project Managers, Collaborators
   - references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/use-loop-components-in-onenote-ed8a43d9-f6fd-4ad6-bc9d-8841db4da459, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=379968

Policy and Compliance Risks
Without prior notification and policy updates, there may be compliance risks as users may inadvertently share sensitive information through Loop components.
   - impacted roles: IT Administrators, Compliance Officers
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/loop/loop-components-configuration?view=o365-worldwide, https://insider.microsoft365.com/blog/collaborate-using-loop-components-in-onenote" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://insider.microsoft365.com/blog/collaborate-using-loop-components-in-onenote

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Opportunities**

Enhanced Collaboration
Integrating Loop components into OneNote allows for real-time collaborative editing, which can streamline teamwork and reduce the need for constant email updates. Teams can work together on projects more efficiently by embedding Loop components directly into OneNote notebooks.
   - next-steps: Train users on how to use Loop components within OneNote., Update internal documentation to include best practices for using Loop components., Notify teams about the new feature and encourage its adoption.
   - roles: Project Managers, Team Leads, Collaborative Teams
   - references: https://insider.microsoft365.com/blog/collaborate-using-loop-components-in-onenote, https://support.microsoft.com/office/use-loop-components-in-onenote-ed8a43d9-f6fd-4ad6-bc9d-8841db4da459

Improved Productivity
Loop components in OneNote can enhance productivity by allowing users to quickly augment and recall collaborative notes within the familiar OneNote workflow. This can reduce the time spent switching between applications and streamline the note-taking process.
   - next-steps: Conduct workshops or webinars to demonstrate the productivity benefits of using Loop components in OneNote., Integrate Loop components into standard operating procedures for note-taking and project documentation., Collect feedback from users to continuously improve the implementation of Loop components.
   - roles: Knowledge Workers, Administrative Staff, IT Support
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/loop/loop-components-configuration?view=o365-worldwide, https://support.microsoft.com/office/use-loop-components-in-onenote-ed8a43d9-f6fd-4ad6-bc9d-8841db4da459

Streamlined IT Operations
The ability for tenant admins to configure cloud policies to enable or disable Loop components across Microsoft 365 can streamline IT operations. This allows for better control over feature rollouts and ensures compliance with organizational policies.
   - next-steps: Review and update cloud policies to align with organizational requirements., Monitor the usage of Loop components to ensure they are being used effectively and securely., Provide training for IT staff on managing Loop components within Microsoft 365.
   - roles: IT Administrators, Compliance Officers, Security Teams
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/loop/loop-components-configuration?view=o365-worldwide, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=379968

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