check before: 2025-08-12
Product:
Microsoft 365 Apps
Platform:
Online, World tenant
Status:
Change type:
Feature update
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Details:
We've released updates to the following update channels for Microsoft 365 Apps:
Current Channel
Monthly Enterprise Channel
Semi-Annual Enterprise Channel (Preview)
Semi-Annual Enterprise Channel
[When this will happen:]
We'll be gradually rolling out these updates of Microsoft 365 Apps to users on those update channels starting August 12th, 2025 (PST).
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Created:
2025-08-13
updated:
2025-08-13
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summary for non-techies**
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Direct effects for Operations**
Compatibility Issues
Users may experience compatibility issues with existing documents or applications if the updates introduce new features or changes that are not supported by older versions.
- roles: End Users, IT Support
- references: https://www.techrepublic.com/article/what-to-know-about-microsoft-365-updates/
User Experience Disruption
Unexpected changes in the user interface or functionality can lead to confusion and decreased productivity as users adapt to the new updates without prior training or communication.
- roles: End Users, Training Coordinators
- references: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2021/03/01/the-importance-of-user-experience-in-software-updates/?sh=5c1c1c4e1b8e
Increased Support Tickets
The rollout of updates without preparation may lead to a surge in support tickets as users encounter issues or require assistance with new features, straining IT resources.
- roles: IT Support, Help Desk Staff
- references: https://www.zdnet.com/article/how-to-manage-software-updates-to-reduce-support-tickets/
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explanation for non-techies**
Microsoft 365 Apps are receiving updates across various channels, similar to how your smartphone gets software updates. Just like your phone might update automatically overnight, if your Microsoft 365 Apps are set to update automatically, you don't need to do anything. The updates will roll out gradually, starting on August 12th, 2025.
Think of these channels like different lanes on a highway. The Current Channel is like the fast lane, getting updates quickly. The Monthly Enterprise Channel is a bit slower, like the middle lane, and the Semi-Annual Enterprise Channel is like the slow lane, receiving updates less frequently. Each lane is designed to suit different needs, just like how some drivers prefer speed while others prefer a steady pace.
If you manage these updates manually, it's like being your own mechanic. You have the control to download and install the updates when you're ready. For those who want to dive into the specifics of what's changing, detailed release notes are available online, similar to reading a manual that explains all the new features and fixes in detail.
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