check before: 2025-01-15
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Copilot, Microsoft 365 admin center, Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Microsoft 365 for the web
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Online, Web, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
Admin impact, Feature update, Updated message, User impact
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Summary:
Python in Excel will be available on Excel for the web in early 2025, allowing users to use Python formulas without installation. This follows its availability on Excel for Windows in September 2024. Users can access standard compute or purchase a premium add-on for faster calculations. The rollout requires no admin action.
Details:
Updated January 28, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Python in Excel allows you to bring the capabilities of Python directly into the Microsoft Excel grid. In September 2024, Python in Excel with standard compute became generally available to all eligible users with access to Excel for Windows. With this upcoming rollout, Python in Excel will also be generally available in Microsoft Excel for the web for all eligible users.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 471001.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-February 2025 (previously mid-January) and expect to complete by late March 2025.
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General Availability
Created:
2024-12-19
updated:
2025-01-29
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User Experience Disruption
Users may experience confusion or frustration due to the sudden introduction of Python in Excel without prior training or documentation, leading to potential misuse of the feature.
- roles: Data Analysts, Business Users
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/getting-started-with-python-in-excel-a33fbcbe-065b-41d3-82cf-23d05397f53d
Performance Issues
If users do not understand the difference between standard and premium compute, they may face performance issues when running complex Python formulas, impacting their productivity.
- roles: Data Analysts, IT Support
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/copilot-in-excel-with-python-364e4ae9-9343-4d56-952a-5f62b0f70db6
License Management Challenges
The self-service purchase option for Python in Excel add-on licenses may lead to unmonitored license requests, complicating license management and budgeting for IT admins.
- roles: Microsoft 365 Admins, Finance Team
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/commerce/licenses/manage-license-requests?view=o365-worldwide
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Enhanced Data Analysis Capabilities
With the introduction of Python in Excel, users can leverage advanced data analysis techniques directly within Excel for the web. This integration allows users to perform complex calculations and data manipulations that were previously difficult or impossible in Excel, enhancing productivity and decision-making.
- next-steps: Conduct training sessions for users to familiarize them with Python in Excel features. Develop use cases and documentation to guide users on how to implement Python for their data analysis needs.
- roles: Data Analysts, Business Analysts, Finance Teams
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/getting-started-with-python-in-excel-a33fbcbe-065b-41d3-82cf-23d05397f53d, https://support.microsoft.com/office/copilot-in-excel-with-python-364e4ae9-9343-4d56-952a-5f62b0f70db6
Cost-Effective Data Processing
By utilizing the standard compute option in Python in Excel, organizations can perform data processing without the need for additional software or hardware investments. This could lead to significant savings, especially for teams that rely heavily on data analysis.
- next-steps: Evaluate current data processing workflows to identify areas where Python in Excel can replace existing tools. Create a cost-benefit analysis to present to management for potential adoption.
- roles: IT Managers, Finance Teams, Operations Managers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/commerce/subscriptions/self-service-purchase-faq?view=o365-worldwide, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=471001
Streamlined License Management
The self-service license purchase option for Python in Excel allows users to manage their own licenses, reducing the administrative burden on IT teams. This feature empowers users while providing admins with oversight and control over license distribution.
- next-steps: Review current license management processes and consider enabling self-service purchases for eligible users. Provide guidelines on how users can request or purchase licenses, ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
- roles: Microsoft 365 Administrators, IT Support Staff, Compliance Officers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/commerce/licenses/manage-license-requests?view=o365-worldwide, https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/commerce/subscriptions/allowselfservicepurchase-powershell?view=o365-worldwide#view-a-list-of-self-service-purchase-products-and-their-status
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change history
Date | Property | old | new |
2025-01-29 | MC Messages | Python in Excel allows you to bring the capabilities of Python directly into the Microsoft Excel grid. In September 2024, Python in Excel with standard compute became generally available to all eligible users with access to Excel for Windows. With this upcoming rollout, Python in Excel will also be generally available in Microsoft Excel for the web for all eligible users.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 471001. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-January 2025 and expect to complete by late March 2025. | Updated January 28, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Python in Excel allows you to bring the capabilities of Python directly into the Microsoft Excel grid. In September 2024, Python in Excel with standard compute became generally available to all eligible users with access to Excel for Windows. With this upcoming rollout, Python in Excel will also be generally available in Microsoft Excel for the web for all eligible users. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 471001. [When this will happen:] General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-February 2025 (previously mid-January) and expect to complete by late March 2025. |
2025-01-29 | MC Title | Microsoft Excel for the web: Python in Excel will be generally available starting in early 2025 | (Updated) Microsoft Excel for the web: Python in Excel will be generally available starting in early 2025 |
2025-01-29 | MC Last Updated | 12/19/2024 01:39:54 | 2025-01-28T23:28:38Z |
2025-01-29 | MC MessageTagNames | Feature update, User impact, Admin impact | Updated message, Feature update, User impact, Admin impact |
2025-01-29 | MC End Time | 05/30/2025 09:00:00 | 2025-06-09T09:00:00Z |
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