check before: 2025-10-01
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Copilot, Planner, Power Platform
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On July 16, 2025, we published the 2025 wave 2 plans for Dynamics 365, Microsoft Power Platform, and Role-based Copilot offerings which is a compilation of new capabilities that will be released between October 2025 through March 2026. The new features and enhancements provide you with significant capabilities to help transform your business using our applications.
What actions do I need to take?
You can use the Release planner to view and manage release plans across all active release waves in a unified and interactive interface, while giving them the option to personalize, filter, sort, and collaborate.
We've done this work to help you-our partners, customers, and users-drive the digital transformation of your business on your terms. Get ready to share your feedback in the community forum for Dynamics 365 or Power Platform.
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2025-07-18
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2025-07-18
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summary for non-techies**
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Direct effects for Operations**
System Downtime
Unprepared changes can lead to unexpected system downtime, affecting user access to critical applications.
- roles: IT Administrator, End User
- references: https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-avoid-downtime-during-software-updates/
User Training Gaps
New features may require user training; without preparation, users may struggle to adapt, leading to decreased productivity.
- roles: Training Coordinator, End User
- references: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2021/01/25/the-importance-of-user-training-in-software-implementation/?sh=5c1c1c5e1e4b
Integration Issues
Changes may disrupt existing integrations with other systems, causing data inconsistencies and operational delays.
- roles: System Integrator, IT Administrator
- references: https://www.cio.com/article/243200/how-to-avoid-integration-issues-in-software-implementation.html
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Opportunities**
Enhanced User Training through Role-based Copilot
Utilizing the Role-based Copilot can provide tailored training and assistance to users based on their specific roles within the organization. This can significantly improve user experience and reduce the learning curve associated with new features in Dynamics 365 and Power Platform.
- next-steps: Identify key user roles within the organization and develop training materials that leverage the Role-based Copilot's capabilities. Schedule training sessions and gather feedback to continuously improve the training process.
- roles: Training Coordinator, IT Support, Department Managers
- references: https://aka.ms/CopilotReleasePlanner, https://powerusers.microsoft.com/
Improved Collaboration with Interactive Release Planner
The Release Planner offers an interactive interface for managing release plans, which can enhance collaboration among teams. By personalizing and filtering release information, teams can stay aligned on updates and changes, improving overall project management.
- next-steps: Encourage teams to adopt the Release Planner tool for their project management needs. Provide training on how to effectively use the planner and set up regular meetings to discuss updates and align on priorities.
- roles: Project Managers, Team Leaders, IT Administrators
- references: https://aka.ms/11340-release-plans, https://aka.ms/PowerPlatformReleasePlanner
Feedback Loop for Continuous Improvement
Encouraging feedback through the community forum for Dynamics 365 and Power Platform can help gather insights on user experiences and areas for improvement. This creates a channel for users to voice their needs and for IT to prioritize enhancements accordingly.
- next-steps: Promote the community forum within the organization and establish a regular feedback collection process. Analyze feedback and implement changes or improvements based on user suggestions.
- roles: Product Owners, Business Analysts, IT Support
- references: https://community.dynamics.com/, https://powerusers.microsoft.com/
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IT Security**
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explanation for non-techies**
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