check before: 2025-12-31
Product:
Microsoft Viva, Microsoft Viva Learning
Platform:
Online, World tenant
Status:
Change type:
User impact, Admin impact, Retirement
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Details:
Summary:
The Manage interest feature in Viva Learning will be retired and replaced by Manage People Skills by December 31, 2025. Existing interest data will be deleted, and admins should enable and prepare for Manage People Skills before the transition. No compliance issues are identified.
Details:
[Introduction]
To streamline learning experiences and focus development efforts, we're retiring the Manage interest feature in Viva Learning and replacing it with Manage People Skills. This change reflects our commitment to enhancing skill-based learning and simplifying admin management.
[When this will happen:]
This change will take effect on December 31, 2025.
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Created:
2025-09-09
updated:
2025-09-09
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summary for non-techies**
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Direct effects for Operations**
Data Loss
All existing interest data, including user-selected interests and manual interest tags, will be permanently deleted, leading to potential loss of personalized user experiences.
- roles: Admins, Users
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/viva/learning/manage-people-skills#migrating-from-interests-to-people-skills-in-viva-learning
User Confusion
Users may be confused by the sudden removal of the Manage interest feature without prior communication or training on the new Manage People Skills feature.
- roles: Users, Helpdesk
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/viva/learning/manage-people-skills#migrating-from-interests-to-people-skills-in-viva-learning
Training Gaps
Without preparation, training teams may not be equipped to educate users on the new Manage People Skills feature, leading to ineffective use of the platform.
- roles: Training Teams, Users
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/viva/learning/manage-people-skills#migrating-from-interests-to-people-skills-in-viva-learning
Operational Disruption
Admins may face operational challenges in managing user skills without a transition plan, affecting overall learning management efficiency.
- roles: Admins, IT Operations
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/viva/learning/manage-people-skills#migrating-from-interests-to-people-skills-in-viva-learning
Documentation Inaccuracy
Internal documentation may become outdated or inaccurate if not updated to reflect the new Manage People Skills feature, leading to further confusion.
- roles: Admins, Helpdesk
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/viva/learning/manage-people-skills#migrating-from-interests-to-people-skills-in-viva-learning
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explanation for non-techies**
Imagine you are running a library, and for years, you've had a section where books are organized by the readers' interests, like mystery, romance, or science fiction. This setup allowed readers to easily find books based on what they like. However, you've noticed that people's reading habits are changing, and they are more interested in developing specific skills, like cooking, writing, or photography. So, you decide to reorganize the library to focus on these skills instead.
This is similar to what's happening with Microsoft Viva Learning. The current "Manage interest" feature, which allows users to select and manage their learning interests, is being retired. It's like removing the interest-based sections in the library. Instead, a new feature called "Manage People Skills" will be introduced. This new feature is like creating new sections in the library focused on skill development, making it easier for users to find and focus on learning specific skills.
For organizations using Viva Learning, this means that by December 31, 2025, the old interest data will be removed, and the new skills-focused system will take its place. It's like clearing out the old interest-based bookshelves and setting up new ones that are skill-oriented. Admins will need to prepare for this change by enabling the new feature and updating any internal documentation, just as a librarian would update the library map and guide to reflect the new organization.
There are no compliance issues with this change, so organizations can focus on ensuring a smooth transition. Think of it as making sure all the library staff are aware of the new layout and ready to help patrons find the new skill sections. By planning ahead, the transition can be seamless, and users can continue to benefit from a learning environment that better suits their evolving needs.
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