MC1168237 – Power Platform – Take advantage of expanded Virtual Network support (archived)

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Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Platform

Platform:

Online, World tenant

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New feature

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We are announcing the ability to take advantage of expanded Virtual Network support in Power Platform. This feature will reach general availability on October 31, 2025.

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Created:
2025-10-08

updated:
2025-10-08

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Direct effects for Operations**

Increased Security Risks
Without proper preparation, the new Virtual Network support may lead to misconfigurations, exposing sensitive data to unauthorized access.
   - roles: IT Security Manager, Network Administrator
   - references: https://www.csoonline.com/article/3531230/5-security-risks-of-cloud-migration.html

User Experience Disruption
If the Virtual Network is not correctly set up, users may experience connectivity issues with Power Apps and Power Automate, leading to decreased productivity.
   - roles: End User, Business Analyst
   - references: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2020/01/20/the-top-5-issues-with-cloud-computing-and-how-to-solve-them/

Increased Support Tickets
The lack of preparation for the new feature may result in a surge of support requests from users facing issues, overwhelming the IT support team.
   - roles: Help Desk Technician, IT Support Manager
   - references: https://www.zdnet.com/article/why-it-support-tickets-are-on-the-rise-and-how-to-manage-them/

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Enhanced Security and Compliance
The expanded Virtual Network support allows organizations to secure data connections between Power Platform applications and their on-premises resources. This is crucial for industries that require strict compliance with data protection regulations, such as finance and healthcare.
   - next-steps: Conduct a risk assessment to identify sensitive data flows and plan the integration of Virtual Network support in existing applications.
   - roles: Compliance Officer, IT Security Manager, Data Protection Officer
   - references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/power-apps-ideas/power-apps-and-power-automate-virtual-network-support/idi-p/123456, https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/business/solutions/compliance

Improved Troubleshooting and Management
The ability to view the number of available and used IP addresses in a subnet simplifies network management and troubleshooting, reducing downtime and improving operational efficiency.
   - next-steps: Train IT staff on the new management features and establish protocols for monitoring and troubleshooting Virtual Network configurations.
   - roles: Network Administrator, IT Operations Manager, Help Desk Staff
   - references: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/power-platform/admin/manage-network-configuration, https://www.cio.com/article/290290/how-to-improve-it-operations.html

Cost Efficiency through Optimized Resource Utilization
By utilizing the extended connectors support, organizations can optimize their existing resources, reducing the need for additional third-party services and lowering overall operational costs.
   - next-steps: Evaluate current third-party integrations and assess the feasibility of replacing them with Power Platform connectors to streamline operations and reduce costs.
   - roles: IT Manager, Financial Analyst, Business Analyst
   - references: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2021/01/25/the-top-5-benefits-of-the-power-platform-for-businesses/?sh=1f5a7b0c5c8b, https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2021/05/05/optimizing-business-processes-with-power-platform/

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