check before: 2025-07-15
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 admin center, Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Outlook, Teams
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Online, Web, World tenant
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Change type:
New feature, User impact, Admin impact
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Summary:
The Researcher agent in the Microsoft 365 Copilot Prompt Box will be generally available starting July 18, 2025. It integrates deep research capabilities into Microsoft 365 apps, enhancing efficiency for complex research tasks. No admin action is required, but management is possible via the Microsoft 365 admin center.
Details:
We're excited to announce the general availability (GA) of the Researcher agent in the Microsoft 365 Copilot Prompt Box, starting July 18, 2025. This enhancement brings the power of deep research directly into the flow of work, helping users tackle complex, multi-step research tasks more efficiently.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin mid-July 2025 and will be available to all Microsoft 365 Copilot-licensed users.
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2025-06-19
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2025-06-19
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Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience Disruption
Users may experience confusion or disruption in their workflow due to the introduction of a new feature without prior training or communication.
- roles: End Users, Team Leaders
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/admin/manage/manage-copilot-agents-integrated-apps?view=o365-worldwide
Increased Support Requests
The rollout of the Researcher agent may lead to an increase in support requests as users encounter issues or have questions about the new functionality.
- roles: Help Desk Staff, IT Support
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/admin/manage/manage-copilot-agents-integrated-apps?view=o365-worldwide
Data Processing Concerns
Changes in how customer data is processed or accessed may raise compliance and security concerns among users and administrators.
- roles: Compliance Officers, Data Protection Officers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/admin/manage/manage-copilot-agents-integrated-apps?view=o365-worldwide
Feature Misuse
Without proper guidance, users may misuse the Researcher agent, leading to inefficiencies or incorrect data usage.
- roles: End Users, Project Managers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/admin/manage/manage-copilot-agents-integrated-apps?view=o365-worldwide
Integration Issues
The new feature may not integrate smoothly with existing workflows or third-party applications, causing disruptions.
- roles: System Administrators, Application Managers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/admin/manage/manage-copilot-agents-integrated-apps?view=o365-worldwide
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explanation for non-techies**
The introduction of the Researcher agent in the Microsoft 365 Copilot Prompt Box is akin to having a new, highly efficient research assistant at your fingertips. Imagine you’re working on a complex legal case or a business strategy, and instead of manually sifting through piles of documents or web resources, you have a tool that can quickly gather and analyze relevant information for you. This is what the Researcher agent aims to do within Microsoft 365 apps like Teams and Outlook.
Think of it like having a virtual librarian who not only finds the books you need but also summarizes the key points and connects the dots between different pieces of information. The Researcher agent combines advanced research capabilities with the existing Microsoft 365 tools, making it easier to conduct in-depth research without leaving your workflow.
For those managing IT or administrative tasks, there’s no need to worry about making changes or adjustments. The feature will be automatically available to users with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license, and it can be managed through the Microsoft 365 admin center if needed. This means less hassle and more focus on using the tool to enhance productivity.
In terms of compliance and data handling, the tool introduces new ways to interact with AI, which might alter how data is processed. However, it’s designed to integrate smoothly with existing systems, much like adding a new, specialized tool to your toolbox that complements the ones you already have.
Overall, the Researcher agent is about streamlining complex tasks and providing users with a powerful resource to enhance their work efficiency, much like upgrading from a basic calculator to a smart device that can perform complex equations and analyses.
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