check before: 2025-06-16
Product:
Copilot, Entra, Microsoft 365 admin center
Platform:
Online, World tenant
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Change type:
New feature
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Update:Release of this feature has been postponed, we will announce a new date in the future.
We are announcing the ability to govern Copilot agent development in your environments and enforce governance policies for Copilot agents.
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2025-05-17
updated:
2025-06-05
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summary for non-techies**
The Power Platform admin center is introducing a new feature that allows administrators to enforce Microsoft Entra ID authentication for accessing environments involving Copilot agents, enhancing security by preventing unauthorized or anonymous access.
Direct effects for Operations**
Security Vulnerabilities
Without proper governance controls in place, there is a risk of unauthorized access to sensitive data through Copilot agents, leading to potential data breaches.
- roles: IT Security Manager, Compliance Officer
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/blog/2021/06/15/understanding-the-security-risks-of-ai-in-the-enterprise/
User Experience Disruption
If the new authentication methods are implemented without preparation, users may face access issues or delays in using Copilot features, impacting productivity.
- roles: End Users, Help Desk Support
- references: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2021/06/14/the-impact-of-ai-on-user-experience-in-business/?sh=5c1c1e4e1c3e
Compliance Risks
Failure to enforce governance policies may lead to non-compliance with data protection regulations, resulting in legal penalties and reputational damage.
- roles: Compliance Officer, Data Protection Officer
- references: https://www.eugdpr.org/
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Enhanced Security Policies
Implementing the new governance controls for Copilot agents will enhance security by enforcing Microsoft Entra ID authentication and disabling anonymous access. This will reduce the risk of unauthorized access and improve overall data protection.
- next-steps: Review current security policies and integrate the new governance controls for Copilot agents as soon as the feature is available. Conduct training sessions for IT staff on the new security measures.
- roles: IT Security Manager, Compliance Officer, System Administrator
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/power-apps-ideas/enhanced-security-controls-for-copilot-agents/idi-p/3829089, https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/power-platform/admin/security
User Experience Improvement
By enforcing preferred authentication methods, users will experience a more streamlined and secure login process. This can lead to higher productivity as users spend less time dealing with access issues.
- next-steps: Gather feedback from users regarding their current authentication experience and identify pain points. Prepare a communication plan to inform users about the upcoming changes and benefits.
- roles: End Users, IT Support, HR Manager
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/blog/2023/06/12/improving-user-experience-with-secure-authentication/, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/power-apps-ideas/enhanced-user-experience-in-power-platform/idi-p/3829089
Operational Efficiency
With the introduction of enhanced admin controls, IT administrators can automate compliance checks and streamline governance processes for Copilot agents, reducing manual oversight and potential errors.
- next-steps: Evaluate existing governance workflows and identify areas where automation can be implemented with the new controls. Train IT staff on how to utilize these controls effectively for operational efficiency.
- roles: IT Administrator, Operations Manager, Compliance Officer
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/07/01/streamlining-it-operations-with-automation/, https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/power-platform/admin/governance
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-06-05 | MC Messages | We are announcing the ability to govern Copilot agent development in your environments and enforce governance policies for Copilot agents. This feature will reach general availability on June 16, 2025. | Update:Release of this feature has been postponed, we will announce a new date in the future.
We are announcing the ability to govern Copilot agent development in your environments and enforce governance policies for Copilot agents. |
| 2025-06-05 | MC How Affect | This feature introduces controls that allow you to limit Copilot agent sharing, disable anonymous access, and enforce your preferred authentication providers to enhance your organization's security. | This feature introduces controls that will allow you to enforce Microsoft Entra ID authentication or disable anonymous access and enforce your preferred authentication method to enhance your organization security. |
| 2025-06-05 | MC Last Updated | 05/16/2025 17:46:11 | 2025-06-04T23:03:42Z |
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