check before: 2025-03-01
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Microsoft Viva, Microsoft Viva Connections, SharePoint, Teams
Platform:
Android, iOS, Online, US Instances, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
Rolling out
Change type:
New feature, User impact
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Details:
Summary:
Microsoft Viva Connections in Teams will replace the Feed with a SharePoint News experience, starting March 2025. This update includes a Copilot-powered summary feature for licensed users on Windows desktop. The rollout is automatic, and users will see news based on their activity and permissions.
Details:
We are evolving the Feed experience in Microsoft Viva Connections for Microsoft Teams. Instead of the Feed, people in your organization will soon see a Microsoft SharePoint News experience in Viva Connections, for a fresh new look that simplifies the user experience. Learn more:
Introducing enterprise news reader in Viva connections | Microsoft Community Hub
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This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 472018.
This message applies to Viva Connections in Teams for Windows desktop, Teams for iOS/Android, and Teams for the web, with this exception: This rollout will also include a Microsoft 365 Copilot-powered summary experience initially available only in Teams for Windows desktop. Microsoft 365 Copilot licensed users will have an additional option to generate a Copilot summary of the top 10 (or fewer) items in a user's News feed. A Microsoft 365 Copilot license is required to use this summarization feature in the news feed.
[When this will happen:]
Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early March 2025 and expect to complete by mid-March 2025.
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, DoD): We will begin rolling out late March 2025 and expect to complete by late April 2025.
Due to the nature of rollout technology across various platforms, some users may see the new experience sooner than others or in one platform first before the others.
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Created:
2025-03-01
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2025-03-01
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User Interface Change
The transition from the current Feed to the SharePoint News experience may confuse users, leading to a temporary decrease in productivity as they adapt to the new layout and features.
- roles: End Users, Team Leaders
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/Viva_Connections_Blog/introducing-enterprise-news-reader-in-viva-connections/4383832
Feature Accessibility
The Copilot-powered summary feature will only be available to licensed users on Windows desktop, potentially creating a disparity in user experience and access to information across different platforms and user roles.
- roles: End Users, IT Support
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=472018
Information Overload
With the new SharePoint News experience prioritizing various news items, users may feel overwhelmed by the volume of information presented, leading to decreased engagement and potential missed important updates.
- roles: End Users, Communications Managers
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/Viva_Connections_Blog/introducing-enterprise-news-reader-in-viva-connections/4383832
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Enhanced User Engagement through Targeted News
With the new SharePoint News experience, users will receive personalized news based on their activity and permissions, enhancing engagement and ensuring relevant content delivery. This opportunity allows organizations to foster a more informed workforce by promoting content that aligns with users' interests and roles.
- next-steps: 1. Conduct user surveys to identify content preferences. 2. Develop a strategy for curating and boosting relevant news items. 3. Train content creators on best practices for engaging news content.
- roles: HR Managers, Content Creators, Team Leaders
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/Viva_Connections_Blog/introducing-enterprise-news-reader-in-viva-connections/4383832, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=472018
Operational Efficiency with Copilot-Powered Summaries
The introduction of Copilot-powered summaries can significantly reduce the time employees spend sifting through news articles, allowing them to focus on more critical tasks. This efficiency can lead to improved productivity across the organization.
- next-steps: 1. Evaluate the potential impact of Copilot on daily workflows. 2. Provide training sessions for users on how to effectively utilize the summary feature. 3. Monitor usage and gather feedback for continuous improvement.
- roles: Project Managers, Team Leaders, IT Administrators
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/Viva_Connections_Blog/introducing-enterprise-news-reader-in-viva-connections/4383832, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=472018
Streamlined Communication and Collaboration
By integrating SharePoint News within Teams, communication barriers are reduced, enabling seamless collaboration. This integration ensures that all team members have access to the same information, which can enhance teamwork and decision-making processes.
- next-steps: 1. Promote the new features through internal communication channels. 2. Organize workshops to demonstrate the integration benefits. 3. Collect feedback on user experience to identify areas for further enhancement.
- roles: Team Leaders, IT Support, Communication Managers
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/Viva_Connections_Blog/introducing-enterprise-news-reader-in-viva-connections/4383832, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=472018
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