check before: 2023-10-01
Product:
Copilot, Copilot Chat, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Teams, Windows
Platform:
Mac, Online, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
Rolling out
Change type:
Feature update, User impact
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Details:
Summary:
Microsoft 365 Copilot Chat is being integrated side-by-side in Teams Chats, Channels, Calling, and Meetings for licensed users on desktop and web. Public preview starts October for chats and calls, December for meetings, with general availability following. Prior Copilot history remains accessible via the More Options menu.
Details:
We're excited to announce that we are making Copilot Chat available as a side-by-side experience in Teams. This will help users access the power of M365 and Web data in addition to current capabilities of Copilot in Chats, Channels, Calling, and Meeting. On Teams desktop (Windows and Mac) and web, users can open Copilot Chat from the Copilot icon located on the top right corner in these surfaces. Copilot Chat will be available in Teams for users with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license.
This change is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID: 501107
Screenshot: Copilot Chat in Teams (Windows desktop) for users with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license. UI elements subject to change.
[When this will happen:]
Chats, Channels, and Post Meeting + Calling Recaps:
Public Preview: Rollout of this change starts in early October and completes in the weeks following.
General Availability: Rollout of this change starts mid-November and completes in the weeks following.
In-Meeting and in-Calls:
Public Preview: Rollout of this change starts in early December and completes in the weeks following.
General Availability: Rollout of this change starts mid-January and completes in the weeks following.
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General Availability, Targeted Release
Created:
2025-09-20
updated:
2025-09-24
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Direct effects for Operations**
Loss of Prior Copilot History
Users will not have access to their previous Copilot history in the new chat experience, which may hinder their ability to reference past interactions and decisions.
- roles: End Users, Team Leaders
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/roadmap?rtc=1%26filters%3D&searchterms=501107
User Confusion with New Interface
The introduction of a new side-by-side experience may lead to confusion among users who are not familiar with the updated interface, potentially impacting productivity.
- roles: End Users, IT Support
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/roadmap?rtc=1%26filters%3D&searchterms=501107
Increased Support Requests
The change may lead to an increase in support requests as users encounter issues or have questions about the new features, straining IT resources.
- roles: IT Support, Helpdesk Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/roadmap?rtc=1%26filters%3D&searchterms=501107
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Enhanced Collaboration Tools
The integration of Copilot Chat into Teams will streamline communication by allowing users to access AI-driven insights and data directly within their chat environment. This will facilitate quicker decision-making and reduce the time spent switching between applications.
- next-steps: Conduct training sessions for users to familiarize them with the new Copilot Chat features and how to leverage them effectively in their daily tasks.
- roles: Project Managers, Team Leaders, Sales Representatives
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/roadmap?rtc=1%26filters%3D&searchterms=501107
Improved Meeting Efficiency
With Copilot Chat available during meetings, users can easily access relevant information and insights in real-time, which can enhance the quality of discussions and lead to more productive outcomes.
- next-steps: Gather feedback from users after the rollout to assess the impact on meeting productivity and identify areas for further improvement.
- roles: Executives, Team Managers, Product Owners
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/roadmap?rtc=1%26filters%3D&searchterms=501107
Streamlined Documentation and Compliance
The ability to access prior Copilot history through the More Options menu allows for better tracking of discussions and decisions made in chats and meetings, which can aid in compliance and documentation processes.
- next-steps: Update internal compliance documentation to reflect the new capabilities and train staff on how to utilize the history feature effectively.
- roles: Compliance Officers, Administrative Staff, IT Managers
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/roadmap?rtc=1%26filters%3D&searchterms=501107
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-09-24 | MC Messages | We're excited to announce that we are making Copilot Chat available as a side-by-side experience in Teams. This will help users access the power of M365 and Web data in addition to current capabilities of Copilot in Chats, Channels, Calling, and Meeting. On Teams desktop (Windows and Mac) and web, users can open Copilot Chat from the Copilot icon located on the top right corner in these surfaces. Copilot Chat will be available in Teams for users with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license.
Screenshot: Copilot Chat in Teams (Windows desktop) for users with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license. UI elements subject to change. [When this will happen:] Chats, Channels, and Post Meeting + Calling Recaps: Public Preview: Rollout of this change starts in early October and completes in the weeks following. General Availability: Rollout of this change starts mid-November and completes in the weeks following. In-Meeting and in-Calls: Public Preview: Rollout of this change starts in early December and completes in the weeks following. General Availability: Rollout of this change starts mid-January and completes in the weeks following. | We're excited to announce that we are making Copilot Chat available as a side-by-side experience in Teams. This will help users access the power of M365 and Web data in addition to current capabilities of Copilot in Chats, Channels, Calling, and Meeting. On Teams desktop (Windows and Mac) and web, users can open Copilot Chat from the Copilot icon located on the top right corner in these surfaces. Copilot Chat will be available in Teams for users with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license.
This change is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID: 501107 Screenshot: Copilot Chat in Teams (Windows desktop) for users with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license. UI elements subject to change. [When this will happen:] Chats, Channels, and Post Meeting + Calling Recaps: Public Preview: Rollout of this change starts in early October and completes in the weeks following. General Availability: Rollout of this change starts mid-November and completes in the weeks following. In-Meeting and in-Calls: Public Preview: Rollout of this change starts in early December and completes in the weeks following. General Availability: Rollout of this change starts mid-January and completes in the weeks following. |
| 2025-09-24 | MC Last Updated | 09/20/2025 07:09:27 | 2025-09-23T19:20:27Z |
| 2025-09-24 | MC prepare | No admin action is required. However, you may choose to update internal documentation that shows Copilot in Teams with updated screenshots and capabilities.
[Compliance considerations:] Compliance AreaExplanation Does the change provide end users any new way of interacting with generative AI?These capabilities were already available through Copilot Chat. This change extends Copilot Chat to new surfaces (Teams Chats, Channels, Calls, and Meetings). | No admin action is required. However, you may choose to update internal documentation that shows Copilot in Teams with updated screenshots and capabilities.
[Compliance considerations:] Compliance AreaExplanation Does the change provide end users any new way of interacting with generative AI?These capabilities were already available through Copilot Chat. This change extends Copilot Chat to new surfaces (Teams Chats, Channels, Calls, and Meetings). https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/roadmap?rtc=1%26filters%3D&searchterms=501107 |
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