check before: 2024-06-13
Product:
Microsoft 365 admin center, Microsoft 365 Apps, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams
Platform:
Online, US Instances, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
Rolling out
Change type:
Admin impact, New feature, Updated message
Details:
Summary:
Microsoft 365 and Teams will have Unified App Management starting June 2024, streamlining app management across Teams, Outlook, and the Microsoft 365 app. The rollout will occur in three phases, with the first phase beginning mid-July 2024. Admins should review and adjust app and tenant settings in preparation.
Details:
Updated September 13, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
In 2023, we introduced Microsoft Teams apps that are compatible with Microsoft Outlook and the Microsoft 365 App (manifest version v1.13 or higher). Before this rollout, admin changes made in the Integrated apps section of the Microsoft 365 admin center would only affect these Teams apps in Outlook and the Microsoft 365 app. Similarly, changes made in the Teams admin center would exclusively affect Teams. Starting in June 2024, we will roll out Unified App Management to streamline the management of these apps across Teams, Outlook and the Microsoft 365 App, so they are consistently available across all supported clients.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 393931.
[When this will happen:]
This rollout will happen in three major phases. Unified App Management can apply only to tenants that have migrated to app centric management in Teams admin center, as communicated in MC688930 (Updated) Teams admin center: App centric management and changes to app permission policies (November 2023).
Phase 1 | General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-July 2024 and expect to complete early November 2024 (previously late August): This phase applies to tenants with no modified settings in either the Microsoft 365 admin center (Integrated apps) or the Teams admin center for organization-wide defaults, app deployment, app availability, or block/unblock. No merge rules apply to these tenants, but after this phase, any app management setting configured in either admin centers will apply to all relevant hosts.
Phase 2: We will update this post with a timeline and more details. This phase is applicable to tenants with app settings that have differences between Microsoft 365 admin center (Integrated apps) and Teams admin center, and who have maintained a single app setup policy in Teams that has a modified Installed apps section.
Phase 3: We will update this post with a timeline and more details. This phase applies to all remaining tenants.
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Created:
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updated:
2024-09-14
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Direct effects for Operations**
Unified App Management Rollout
Without preparation, users may experience inconsistent app availability across Teams, Outlook, and the Microsoft 365 app, leading to confusion and reduced productivity.
- roles: IT Administrators, End Users
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/MicrosoftTeams/manage-apps-across-m365, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=393931
App Availability Settings
Changes in app availability settings may lead to critical apps being blocked or unblocked unexpectedly, disrupting user workflows.
- roles: IT Administrators, End Users
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/MicrosoftTeams/manage-apps-across-m365, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=393931
App Installation Process
The transition to app centric management may result in delays or failures in app installations for users, affecting their ability to perform tasks efficiently.
- roles: IT Administrators, End Users
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/MicrosoftTeams/manage-apps-across-m365, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=393931
Consolidation of App Settings
If app settings are not reviewed prior to the change, there may be conflicts leading to unexpected behavior of apps across different platforms.
- roles: IT Administrators, End Users
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/MicrosoftTeams/manage-apps-across-m365, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=393931
User Experience Disruption
Users may face a steep learning curve with the new unified management interface, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
- roles: End Users, Support Staff
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/MicrosoftTeams/manage-apps-across-m365, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=393931
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Unified App Management Efficiency
The transition to Unified App Management will allow for a streamlined approach to app management across Teams, Outlook, and the Microsoft 365 app. This consolidation reduces the time and complexity involved in managing apps across different platforms, enabling IT teams to focus on more strategic initiatives rather than routine administrative tasks.
- next-steps: Conduct a thorough review of current app settings in both the Microsoft 365 admin center and Teams admin center. Collaborate with relevant departments to align app management strategies and prepare for the transition to Unified App Management.
- roles: IT Administrators, Operations Managers, Department Heads
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/MicrosoftTeams/manage-apps-across-m365, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=393931
Improved User Experience
With Unified App Management, users will benefit from a consistent app experience across Teams, Outlook, and the Microsoft 365 app. This can lead to higher productivity as users will not have to navigate different app settings or installations in multiple platforms.
- next-steps: Gather user feedback on current app experiences and identify any pain points. Use this feedback to inform training and support materials to help users adapt to the new unified experience once rolled out.
- roles: End Users, User Experience Designers, Training Coordinators
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/MicrosoftTeams/manage-apps-across-m365, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=393931
Centralized Reporting and Analytics
The upcoming consolidation report for administrators will provide insights into app settings and their impacts across the organization. This centralized reporting can help in making informed decisions about app management and usage, ultimately leading to better resource allocation and improved IT governance.
- next-steps: Prepare to utilize the on-demand report by identifying key metrics and KPIs that are relevant to your organizationâs app usage. Train IT staff on how to interpret and act on the data provided in the reports.
- roles: IT Managers, Data Analysts, Compliance Officers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/MicrosoftTeams/manage-apps-across-m365, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=393931
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2024-09-14 | MC Last Updated | 05/30/2024 00:16:32 | 2024-09-14T00:07:57Z |
| 2024-09-14 | MC Messages | In 2023, we introduced Microsoft Teams apps that are compatible with Microsoft Outlook and the Microsoft 365 App (manifest version v1.13 or higher). Before this rollout, admin changes made in the Integrated apps section of the Microsoft 365 admin center would only affect these Teams apps in Outlook and the Microsoft 365 app. Similarly, changes made in the Teams admin center would exclusively affect Teams. Starting in June 2024, we will roll out Unified App Management to streamline the management of these apps across Teams, Outlook and the Microsoft 365 App, so they are consistently available across all supported clients.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 393931. [When this will happen:] This rollout will happen in three major phases. Unified App Management can apply only to tenants that have migrated to app centric management in Teams admin center, as communicated in MC688930 (Updated) Teams admin center: App centric management and changes to app permission policies (November 2023). Phase 1 | General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-July 2024 and expect to complete late August 2024: This phase applies to tenants with no modified settings in either the Microsoft 365 admin center (Integrated apps) or the Teams admin center for organization-wide defaults, app deployment, app availability, or block/unblock. No merge rules apply to these tenants, but after this phase, any app management setting configured in either admin centers will apply to all relevant hosts. Phase 2: We will update this post with a timeline and more details. This phase is applicable to tenants with app settings that have differences between Microsoft 365 admin center (Integrated apps) and Teams admin center, and who have maintained a single app setup policy in Teams that has a modified Installed apps section. Phase 3: We will update this post with a timeline and more details. This phase applies to all remaining tenants. | Updated September 13, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
In 2023, we introduced Microsoft Teams apps that are compatible with Microsoft Outlook and the Microsoft 365 App (manifest version v1.13 or higher). Before this rollout, admin changes made in the Integrated apps section of the Microsoft 365 admin center would only affect these Teams apps in Outlook and the Microsoft 365 app. Similarly, changes made in the Teams admin center would exclusively affect Teams. Starting in June 2024, we will roll out Unified App Management to streamline the management of these apps across Teams, Outlook and the Microsoft 365 App, so they are consistently available across all supported clients. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 393931. [When this will happen:] This rollout will happen in three major phases. Unified App Management can apply only to tenants that have migrated to app centric management in Teams admin center, as communicated in MC688930 (Updated) Teams admin center: App centric management and changes to app permission policies (November 2023). Phase 1 | General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-July 2024 and expect to complete early November 2024 (previously late August): This phase applies to tenants with no modified settings in either the Microsoft 365 admin center (Integrated apps) or the Teams admin center for organization-wide defaults, app deployment, app availability, or block/unblock. No merge rules apply to these tenants, but after this phase, any app management setting configured in either admin centers will apply to all relevant hosts. Phase 2: We will update this post with a timeline and more details. This phase is applicable to tenants with app settings that have differences between Microsoft 365 admin center (Integrated apps) and Teams admin center, and who have maintained a single app setup policy in Teams that has a modified Installed apps section. Phase 3: We will update this post with a timeline and more details. This phase applies to all remaining tenants. |
| 2024-09-14 | MC Summary | In 2023, Microsoft introduced Teams apps compatible with Outlook and the Microsoft 365 app. Starting in June 2024, Unified App Management will streamline app management across Teams, Outlook, and the Microsoft 365 app. This rollout will occur in three phases, affecting app settings and management. Details and preparation guidelines are provided, with no admin action required before the rollout. | Microsoft 365 and Teams will have Unified App Management starting June 2024, streamlining app management across Teams, Outlook, and the Microsoft 365 app. The rollout will occur in three phases, with the first phase beginning mid-July 2024. Admins should review and adjust app and tenant settings in preparation. |
| 2024-09-14 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature, Admin impact | Updated message, New feature, Admin impact |
| 2024-09-14 | MC End Time | 10/31/2025 08:00:00 | 2025-12-08T08:00:00Z |
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