check before: 2024-10-01
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Stream, Teams
Platform:
Mac, Online, US Instances, Web, World tenant
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Change type:
Feature update, Updated message, User impact
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Summary:
Microsoft Teams is updating its app installation process to be more streamlined and user-friendly, with a rollout starting early October 2024. This update simplifies the addition of apps to Teams, reducing steps and improving engagement. The process is on by default and does not require changes to current app management practices.
Details:
Updated September 26, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon to Microsoft Teams: A streamlined installation process to simplify how users add an app to Teams. This update aims to reduce friction and improve user engagement with apps by offering a more intuitive process from discovery to use. We've reduced the number of steps it takes for a user to install an app and start using it in chats, channels, and meetings. This message applies to Teams on Windows desktop, Mac desktop, and on the web.
[When this will happen:]
Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early October 2024 (previously early September) and expect to complete by early October 2024 (previously early September).
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early October 2024 (previously mid-September) and expect to complete by mid-October 2024 (previously late September).
General Availability (GCC): We will begin rolling out early November 2024 (previously late October) and expect to complete by mid-November 2024 (previously early November).
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Created:
2024-08-30
updated:
2024-09-27
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft Teams will introduce a streamlined app installation process starting in early October 2024, simplifying the steps needed to add apps and enhancing user engagement, with personalized recommendations and Copilot extensions for Microsoft 365 license holders. This update will be noticeable on Windows desktop, Mac desktop, and the web, making it easier to add apps directly from the Apps tab.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience Impact
Users may experience confusion or frustration if they are not informed about the new streamlined app installation process, leading to potential delays in productivity as they navigate the old method.
- roles: End Users, Team Leaders
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/add-an-app-to-microsoft-teams-b2217706-f7ed-4e64-8e96-c413afd02f77
Technological Impact
If the change is implemented without preparation, there may be an increase in support tickets related to app installation issues, as users may not be aware of the new process and could encounter unexpected behaviors.
- roles: IT Support Staff, System Administrators
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/add-an-app-to-microsoft-teams-b2217706-f7ed-4e64-8e96-c413afd02f77
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2024-09-27 | MC Messages | Updated September 17, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon to Microsoft Teams: A streamlined installation process to simplify how users add an app to Teams. This update aims to reduce friction and improve user engagement with apps by offering a more intuitive process from discovery to use. We've reduced the number of steps it takes for a user to install an app and start using it in chats, channels, and meetings. This message applies to Teams on Windows desktop, Mac desktop, and on the web. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early September 2024 and expect to complete by early September 2024. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early October 2024 (previously mid-September) and expect to complete by mid-October 2024 (previously late September). General Availability (GCC): We will begin rolling out early November 2024 (previously late October) and expect to complete by mid-November 2024 (previously early November). | Updated September 26, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon to Microsoft Teams: A streamlined installation process to simplify how users add an app to Teams. This update aims to reduce friction and improve user engagement with apps by offering a more intuitive process from discovery to use. We've reduced the number of steps it takes for a user to install an app and start using it in chats, channels, and meetings. This message applies to Teams on Windows desktop, Mac desktop, and on the web. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early October 2024 (previously early September) and expect to complete by early October 2024 (previously early September). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early October 2024 (previously mid-September) and expect to complete by mid-October 2024 (previously late September). General Availability (GCC): We will begin rolling out early November 2024 (previously late October) and expect to complete by mid-November 2024 (previously early November). |
| 2024-09-27 | MC Title | Microsoft Teams: Streamlined process for installing Teams apps | (Updated) Microsoft Teams: Streamlined process for installing Teams apps |
| 2024-09-27 | MC Last Updated | 09/20/2024 00:50:12 | 2024-09-26T20:16:34Z |
| 2024-09-27 | MC MessageTagNames | Feature update, User impact | Updated message, Feature update, User impact |
| 2024-09-27 | MC Summary | Microsoft Teams is introducing a more intuitive app installation process to enhance user experience. Rollout begins in September 2024, with varying completion dates for different availability stages. The update simplifies adding apps to Teams and is on by default, requiring no changes from users or admins. Documentation will be updated accordingly. | Microsoft Teams is updating its app installation process to be more streamlined and user-friendly, with a rollout starting early October 2024. This update simplifies the addition of apps to Teams, reducing steps and improving engagement. The process is on by default and does not require changes to current app management practices. |
| 2024-09-20 | MC Messages | Coming soon to Microsoft Teams: A streamlined installation process to simplify how users add an app to Teams. This update aims to reduce friction and improve user engagement with apps by offering a more intuitive process from discovery to use. We've reduced the number of steps it takes for a user to install an app and start using it in chats, channels, and meetings. This message applies to Teams on Windows desktop, Mac desktop, and on the web.
[When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early September 2024 and expect to complete by early September 2024. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-September 2024 and expect to complete by late September 2024. General Availability (GCC): We will begin rolling out late October 2024 and expect to complete by early November 2024. | Updated September 17, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon to Microsoft Teams: A streamlined installation process to simplify how users add an app to Teams. This update aims to reduce friction and improve user engagement with apps by offering a more intuitive process from discovery to use. We've reduced the number of steps it takes for a user to install an app and start using it in chats, channels, and meetings. This message applies to Teams on Windows desktop, Mac desktop, and on the web. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early September 2024 and expect to complete by early September 2024. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early October 2024 (previously mid-September) and expect to complete by mid-October 2024 (previously late September). General Availability (GCC): We will begin rolling out early November 2024 (previously late October) and expect to complete by mid-November 2024 (previously early November). |
| 2024-09-20 | MC Last Updated | 08/29/2024 23:56:53 | 2024-09-20T00:50:12Z |
| 2024-09-20 | MC Summary | Microsoft Teams is introducing a simplified app installation process to enhance user experience, with fewer steps involved. Rollouts will begin in early September 2024 for Targeted Release, mid-September for General Availability worldwide, and late October for GCC. The update is automatic and does not alter existing app management practices. | Microsoft Teams is introducing a more intuitive app installation process to enhance user experience. Rollout begins in September 2024, with varying completion dates for different availability stages. The update simplifies adding apps to Teams and is on by default, requiring no changes from users or admins. Documentation will be updated accordingly. |
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