check before: 2025-01-15
Product:
Microsoft 365 for the web, Microsoft Viva, Outlook, Windows
Platform:
Education, Mac, Online, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
Launched
Change type:
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Details:
Summary:
Your Microsoft 365 subscription is being updated with Org Explorer in Outlook, which visualizes your company's structure. Rollout starts in late-May 2025 and completes by late-June 2025. Org Explorer won't require a Viva premium license. No action is needed now.
Details:
Updated March 25, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience..
Your Microsoft 365 subscription is being updated with a new service in your Outlook: Org Explorer. This organization chart helps your visualize your company's internal structure and discover connections, roles, and responsibilities among you and other people across teams.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 421191.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide) for new Outlook for Windows, Outlook for Web, and Outlook for Mac: We will begin rolling out in late-May 2025 (previously April 2025) and expect to complete by late-June 2025 (previously late-May 2025).
General Availability (Worldwide) for classic Outlook: We will begin rolling out in late-May 2025 (previously April 2025) and expect to take longer time to complete it than on other Outlook clients .
Note: The access to Org Explorer will depend on which Outlook service platform the user is using. Therefore, we recommend you switch to the new Outlook for Windows or Outlook for web to have early access to this new feature.
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Created:
2024-11-23
updated:
2025-03-26
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Direct effects for Operations**
User Confusion
Users may be confused about the new Org Explorer feature and its functionalities, leading to potential misuse or underutilization of the tool.
- roles: End Users, Team Leaders
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=421191
Training Needs
Without proper preparation, users may require additional training to effectively use Org Explorer, impacting productivity during the transition period.
- roles: HR Trainers, End Users
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=421191
Integration Issues
Potential integration issues with existing tools and workflows may arise, causing disruptions in user experience and collaboration.
- roles: IT Support, Project Managers
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=421191
Performance Impact
The introduction of Org Explorer may lead to performance issues in Outlook if not properly managed, affecting user experience.
- roles: IT Operations, End Users
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=421191
Data Privacy Concerns
Users may have concerns about data privacy and visibility of their roles and connections within the organization, leading to resistance in adoption.
- roles: Compliance Officers, End Users
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=421191
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Enhanced Collaboration and Communication
The Org Explorer feature allows users to visualize the company's structure, fostering better collaboration and communication among teams. Employees can easily identify colleagues, understand their roles, and connect with the right individuals for projects, leading to improved teamwork and productivity.
- next-steps: Conduct training sessions to familiarize employees with Org Explorer's functionalities. Gather feedback to assess its impact on collaboration and make adjustments as necessary.
- roles: Team Leaders, Project Managers, HR Managers
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=421191
Improved Onboarding Experience
New hires can utilize Org Explorer to quickly understand the organizational hierarchy and key personnel, which can significantly enhance their onboarding experience and help them acclimate to the company culture faster.
- next-steps: Integrate Org Explorer into the onboarding process and provide resources that guide new employees on how to effectively use this tool.
- roles: HR Managers, Training Coordinators, Department Heads
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=421191
Streamlined IT Support and Resource Allocation
With Org Explorer, IT departments can better understand the organizational structure, which can aid in resource allocation and support strategies. This visibility can help IT prioritize requests and align support with organizational needs.
- next-steps: Analyze organizational data from Org Explorer to optimize IT resource distribution and support strategies. Implement a feedback loop to continuously improve IT services based on user needs.
- roles: IT Managers, Support Staff, Operations Managers
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=421191
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| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-03-26 | MC Messages | Updated February 14, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Your Microsoft 365 subscription is being updated with a new service in your Outlook: Org Explorer. This organization chart helps your visualize your company's internal structure and discover connections, roles, and responsibilities among you and other people across teams. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 421191. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide) for new Outlook for Windows, Outlook for Web, and Outlook for Mac: April 2025 (previously late-February 2025) and expect to complete by late-May 2025 (previously mid-April 2025). General Availability (Worldwide) for classic Outlook: April 2025 (previously late-February 2025) and expect to take longer time to complete it than on other Outlook clients. Note: The access to Org Explorer will depend on which Outlook service platform the user is using. Therefore, we recommend you switch to the new Outlook for Windows or Outlook for web to have early access to this new feature. | Updated March 25, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience..
Your Microsoft 365 subscription is being updated with a new service in your Outlook: Org Explorer. This organization chart helps your visualize your company's internal structure and discover connections, roles, and responsibilities among you and other people across teams. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 421191. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide) for new Outlook for Windows, Outlook for Web, and Outlook for Mac: We will begin rolling out in late-May 2025 (previously April 2025) and expect to complete by late-June 2025 (previously late-May 2025). General Availability (Worldwide) for classic Outlook: We will begin rolling out in late-May 2025 (previously April 2025) and expect to take longer time to complete it than on other Outlook clients . Note: The access to Org Explorer will depend on which Outlook service platform the user is using. Therefore, we recommend you switch to the new Outlook for Windows or Outlook for web to have early access to this new feature. |
| 2025-03-26 | MC How Affect | Once the new service is available for your organization, you can access the Org Explorer app via Outlook as below:
Is a Viva license still required to access Org Explorer? After the rollout in April 2025 (previously January), Org Explorer will not require a Viva premium license. | Once the new service is available for your organization, you can access the Org Explorer app via Outlook as below:
Is a Viva license still required to access Org Explorer? After the rollout in starting from May 2025, Org Explorer will not require a Viva premium license. |
| 2025-03-26 | MC Last Updated | 02/14/2025 19:57:48 | 2025-03-25T20:32:56Z |
| 2025-03-26 | MC End Time | 06/09/2025 09:00:00 | 2025-08-04T09:00:00Z |
| 2025-03-26 | MC Summary | Your Microsoft 365 subscription will include Org Explorer in Outlook, which visualizes your company's structure. General availability starts in April 2025. Org Explorer won't require a Viva premium license post-rollout. No immediate action is required. | Your Microsoft 365 subscription is being updated with Org Explorer in Outlook, which visualizes your company's structure. Rollout starts in late-May 2025 and completes by late-June 2025. Org Explorer won't require a Viva premium license. No action is needed now. |
| 2025-02-15 | MC Messages | Updated January 22, 2025: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
Your Microsoft 365 subscription is being updated with a new service in your Outlook: Org Explorer. This organization chart helps your visualize your company's internal structure and discover connections, roles, and responsibilities among you and other people across teams. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 421191. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide) for new Outlook for Windows, Outlook for Web, and Outlook for Mac: We will begin rolling out late February 2025 (previously mid-January 2025) and expect to complete by mid-April 2025 (previously late February). General Availability (Worldwide) for classic Outlook: We will begin rolling out late February 2025 (previously mid-January 2025). Note: The access to Org Explorer will depend on which Outlook service platform the user is using. Therefore, we recommend you switch to the new Outlook for Windows or Outlook for web to have early access to this new feature. | Updated February 14, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Your Microsoft 365 subscription is being updated with a new service in your Outlook: Org Explorer. This organization chart helps your visualize your company's internal structure and discover connections, roles, and responsibilities among you and other people across teams. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 421191. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide) for new Outlook for Windows, Outlook for Web, and Outlook for Mac: April 2025 (previously late-February 2025) and expect to complete by late-May 2025 (previously mid-April 2025). General Availability (Worldwide) for classic Outlook: April 2025 (previously late-February 2025) and expect to take longer time to complete it than on other Outlook clients. Note: The access to Org Explorer will depend on which Outlook service platform the user is using. Therefore, we recommend you switch to the new Outlook for Windows or Outlook for web to have early access to this new feature. |
| 2025-02-15 | MC How Affect | Once the new service is available for your organization, you can access the Org Explorer app via Outlook as below:
Is a Viva license still required to access Org Explorer? After the rollout in January 2025, Org Explorer will not require a Viva premium license. | Once the new service is available for your organization, you can access the Org Explorer app via Outlook as below:
Is a Viva license still required to access Org Explorer? After the rollout in April 2025 (previously January), Org Explorer will not require a Viva premium license. |
| 2025-02-15 | MC Last Updated | 01/22/2025 16:52:44 | 2025-02-14T19:57:48Z |
| 2025-02-15 | MC Summary | Org Explorer, a new service in Microsoft 365 Outlook, visualizes company structure and will be available without a Viva premium license after January 2025. Rollouts for various Outlook versions start late February 2025. No immediate action is required for preparation. | Your Microsoft 365 subscription will include Org Explorer in Outlook, which visualizes your company's structure. General availability starts in April 2025. Org Explorer won't require a Viva premium license post-rollout. No immediate action is required. |
| 2025-01-23 | MC Messages | Updated January 21, 2025: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
Your Microsoft 365 subscription is being updated with a new service in your Outlook: Org Explorer. This organization chart helps your visualize your company's internal structure and discover connections, roles, and responsibilities among you and other people across teams. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 421191. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide) for new Outlook for Windows, Outlook for Web, and Outlook for Mac: We will begin rolling out late February 2025 (previously mid-January 2025) and expect to complete by mid-April 2025 (previously late February). General Availability (Worldwide) for classic Outlook: We will begin rolling out mid-January 2025 and expect to complete by early April 2025. Note: The access to Org Explorer will depend on which Outlook service platform the user is using. Therefore, we recommend you switch to the new Outlook for Windows or Outlook for web to have early access to this new feature. | Updated January 22, 2025: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
Your Microsoft 365 subscription is being updated with a new service in your Outlook: Org Explorer. This organization chart helps your visualize your company's internal structure and discover connections, roles, and responsibilities among you and other people across teams. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 421191. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide) for new Outlook for Windows, Outlook for Web, and Outlook for Mac: We will begin rolling out late February 2025 (previously mid-January 2025) and expect to complete by mid-April 2025 (previously late February). General Availability (Worldwide) for classic Outlook: We will begin rolling out late February 2025 (previously mid-January 2025). Note: The access to Org Explorer will depend on which Outlook service platform the user is using. Therefore, we recommend you switch to the new Outlook for Windows or Outlook for web to have early access to this new feature. |
| 2025-01-23 | MC Last Updated | 01/21/2025 23:15:13 | 2025-01-22T16:52:44Z |
| 2025-01-23 | MC Summary | The message details the introduction of Org Explorer to Microsoft 365 subscriptions, which visualizes company structures within Outlook. It will roll out between February and April 2025, with no Viva license required post-rollout. Users are advised that no action is needed for preparation. | Org Explorer, a new service in Microsoft 365 Outlook, visualizes company structure and will be available without a Viva premium license after January 2025. Rollouts for various Outlook versions start late February 2025. No immediate action is required for preparation. |
| 2025-01-22 | MC Messages | Updated December 10, 2024: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
Your Microsoft 365 subscription is being updated with a new service in your Outlook: Org Explorer. This organization chart helps your visualize your company's internal structure and discover connections, roles, and responsibilities among you and other people across teams. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 421191. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide) for new Outlook for Windows, Outlook for Web, and Outlook for Mac: We will begin rolling out mid-January 2025 and expect to complete by mid-April 2025 (previously late February). General Availability (Worldwide) for classic Outlook: We will begin rolling out mid-January 2025 and expect to complete by early April 2025. Note: The access to Org Explorer will depend on which Outlook service platform the user is using. Therefore, we recommend you switch to the new Outlook for Windows or Outlook for web to have early access to this new feature. | Updated January 21, 2025: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
Your Microsoft 365 subscription is being updated with a new service in your Outlook: Org Explorer. This organization chart helps your visualize your company's internal structure and discover connections, roles, and responsibilities among you and other people across teams. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 421191. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide) for new Outlook for Windows, Outlook for Web, and Outlook for Mac: We will begin rolling out late February 2025 (previously mid-January 2025) and expect to complete by mid-April 2025 (previously late February). General Availability (Worldwide) for classic Outlook: We will begin rolling out mid-January 2025 and expect to complete by early April 2025. Note: The access to Org Explorer will depend on which Outlook service platform the user is using. Therefore, we recommend you switch to the new Outlook for Windows or Outlook for web to have early access to this new feature. |
| 2025-01-22 | MC Last Updated | 12/10/2024 20:38:54 | 2025-01-21T23:15:13Z |
| 2025-01-22 | MC Summary | Org Explorer, a new service in Microsoft 365 Outlook, visualizes company structure and will be available worldwide between mid-January and mid-April 2025. It does not require a Viva premium license post-rollout. No immediate action is needed as further documentation will be provided. | The message details the introduction of Org Explorer to Microsoft 365 subscriptions, which visualizes company structures within Outlook. It will roll out between February and April 2025, with no Viva license required post-rollout. Users are advised that no action is needed for preparation. |
| 2024-12-11 | MC Messages | Updated December 5, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Your Microsoft 365 subscription is being updated with a new service in your Outlook: Org Explorer. This organization chart helps your visualize your company's internal structure and discover connections, roles, and responsibilities among you and other people across teams. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 421191. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide) for new Outlook for Windows, Outlook for Web, and Outlook for Mac: We will begin rolling out mid-January 2025 and expect to complete by mid-April 2025 (previously late February). General Availability (Worldwide) for classic Outlook: We will begin rolling out mid-January 2025 and expect to complete by early April 2025. Note: The access to Org Explorer will depend on which Outlook service platform the user is using. Therefore, we recommend you switch to the new Outlook for Windows or Outlook for web to have early access to this new feature. | Updated December 10, 2024: We have updated the content. Thank you for your patience.
Your Microsoft 365 subscription is being updated with a new service in your Outlook: Org Explorer. This organization chart helps your visualize your company's internal structure and discover connections, roles, and responsibilities among you and other people across teams. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 421191. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide) for new Outlook for Windows, Outlook for Web, and Outlook for Mac: We will begin rolling out mid-January 2025 and expect to complete by mid-April 2025 (previously late February). General Availability (Worldwide) for classic Outlook: We will begin rolling out mid-January 2025 and expect to complete by early April 2025. Note: The access to Org Explorer will depend on which Outlook service platform the user is using. Therefore, we recommend you switch to the new Outlook for Windows or Outlook for web to have early access to this new feature. |
| 2024-12-11 | MC How Affect | Once the new service is available for your organization, you can access the Org Explorer app via Outlook as below:
Is a Viva license still required to access Org Explorer? After the rollout in January 2025, Org Explorer will not require a Viva premium license. We will share more information about how to disable the service. | Once the new service is available for your organization, you can access the Org Explorer app via Outlook as below:
Is a Viva license still required to access Org Explorer? After the rollout in January 2025, Org Explorer will not require a Viva premium license. |
| 2024-12-11 | MC Last Updated | 12/05/2024 19:48:28 | 2024-12-10T20:38:54Z |
| 2024-12-11 | MC prepare | There is no action required now. The documentation of Introducing Org Explorer is going to be updated soon for additional information regarding Org Explorer ."
The link to the webpage is the same as before: Introducing Org Explorer | Microsoft Learn https://learn.microsoft.com/viva/people-in-viva/introducing-org-explorer https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=421191 | There is no action required now. The documentation of Introducing Org Explorer is going to be updated soon for additional information regarding Org Explorer.
https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=421191 |
| 2024-12-11 | MC Summary | Org Explorer, a new service visualizing company structures, is being added to Microsoft 365 subscriptions in Outlook. Rollout begins mid-January 2025, with completion by mid-April 2025. No Viva premium license required post-rollout. No immediate action needed; documentation updates are forthcoming. | Org Explorer, a new service in Microsoft 365 Outlook, visualizes company structure and will be available worldwide between mid-January and mid-April 2025. It does not require a Viva premium license post-rollout. No immediate action is needed as further documentation will be provided. |
| 2024-12-06 | MC prepare | There is no action required now. For additional information regarding Org Explorer, please visit Introducing Org Explorer.
https://learn.microsoft.com/viva/people-in-viva/introducing-org-explorer https://learn.microsoft.com/viva/people-in-viva/introducing-org-explorer#removing-org-explorer https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=421191 | There is no action required now. The documentation of Introducing Org Explorer is going to be updated soon for additional information regarding Org Explorer ."
The link to the webpage is the same as before: Introducing Org Explorer | Microsoft Learn https://learn.microsoft.com/viva/people-in-viva/introducing-org-explorer https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=421191 |
| 2024-12-06 | MC MessageTagNames | User impact | Updated message, User impact |
| 2024-12-06 | MC Summary | Org Explorer, a new service visualizing company structures, is being added to Microsoft 365 subscriptions in Outlook. Rollout begins mid-January 2025, with completion by mid-April 2025. No Viva premium license required post-rollout. No immediate action needed; documentation updates are forthcoming. | |
| 2024-12-06 | MC Last Updated | 11/22/2024 19:10:43 | 2024-12-05T19:48:28Z |
| 2024-12-06 | MC Messages | Your Microsoft 365 subscription is being updated with a new service in your Outlook: Org Explorer. This organization chart helps your visualize your company's internal structure and discover connections, roles, and responsibilities among you and other people across teams.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 421191. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide) for new Outlook for Windows, Outlook for Web, and Outlook for Mac: We will begin rolling out mid-January 2025 and expect to complete by late February 2025. General Availability (Worldwide) for classic Outlook: We will begin rolling out mid-January 2025 and expect to complete by early April 2025. Note: The access to Org Explorer will depend on which Outlook service platform the user is using. Therefore, we recommend you switch to the new Outlook for Windows or Outlook for web to have early access to this new feature. EDU tenants are not included in this rollout until further notice. | Updated December 5, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Your Microsoft 365 subscription is being updated with a new service in your Outlook: Org Explorer. This organization chart helps your visualize your company's internal structure and discover connections, roles, and responsibilities among you and other people across teams. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 421191. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide) for new Outlook for Windows, Outlook for Web, and Outlook for Mac: We will begin rolling out mid-January 2025 and expect to complete by mid-April 2025 (previously late February). General Availability (Worldwide) for classic Outlook: We will begin rolling out mid-January 2025 and expect to complete by early April 2025. Note: The access to Org Explorer will depend on which Outlook service platform the user is using. Therefore, we recommend you switch to the new Outlook for Windows or Outlook for web to have early access to this new feature. |
| 2024-12-06 | MC How Affect | Once the new service is available for your organization, you can access the Org Explorer app via Outlook as below:
If you'd like to disable Org Explorer, follow the instructions here: Introducing Org Explorer | Microsoft Learn. | Once the new service is available for your organization, you can access the Org Explorer app via Outlook as below:
Is a Viva license still required to access Org Explorer? After the rollout in January 2025, Org Explorer will not require a Viva premium license. We will share more information about how to disable the service. |
| 2024-12-06 | MC Title | New Service in your Microsoft 365 subscription: Org Explorer | (Updated) New Service in your Microsoft 365 subscription: Org Explorer |
| 2024-12-06 | MC End Time | 05/26/2025 09:00:00 | 2025-06-09T09:00:00Z |
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