MC1194612 – (Updated) Microsoft Viva – Viva Glint: Export Executive Summary report in Viva Glint to editable PowerPoint slides

Product:

Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft Viva, Microsoft Viva Glint

Platform:

Online, Web, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

New feature, Updated message, User impact

Links:

499661

Details:

Summary:
Managers can soon export Viva Glint Executive Summary reports as editable PowerPoint slides, enabling easier customization and faster sharing. The rollout starts mid-January 2026. The previous screenshot export remains available. No admin action is needed; users should be informed and documentation updated accordingly.

Details:
Updated January 5, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
[Introduction]
Managers will soon be able to export the default sections from the Executive Summary report in Viva Glint directly into editable PowerPoint slides. This enhancement makes it easier and faster to share and customize reports outside Viva Glint compared to the previous method, which relied on static screenshots.
With this release, the new editable PowerPoint export feature will be available for Executive Summary reports, complementing the Team Summary report export capability introduced earlier.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 499661.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in mid-January 2026 (previously early January) and is expected to complete by mid-January 2026 (previously early January).

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General Availability

Created:
2025-12-12

updated:
2026-01-06

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Direct effects for Operations**

Export Process Reliability
The new export feature may initially have performance issues, leading to potential time-outs or failures during the export of large reports, impacting user productivity.
   - roles: Managers, Report Consumers
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/viva/glint/reports/export-to-ppt#how-to-export-report-to-powerpoint, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=499661

User Training and Documentation
Without proper communication and updated documentation, users may struggle to utilize the new export feature effectively, leading to confusion and inefficiencies in report sharing.
   - roles: Managers, IT Support
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/viva/glint/reports/export-to-ppt#how-to-export-report-to-powerpoint, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=499661

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explanation for non-techies**

Microsoft is introducing a new feature for Viva Glint that will allow managers to export Executive Summary reports directly into editable PowerPoint slides. This change is set to begin rolling out in mid-January 2026. Previously, managers could only export these reports as static screenshots, which limited their ability to customize and share the information effectively.

Think of this update like switching from a printed photo to a digital image file. With a printed photo, you can only look at it or make a copy, but you can't change it. However, with a digital image file, you can edit, crop, or enhance it as needed. Similarly, the new PowerPoint export feature allows managers to edit and customize their reports using PowerPoint's tools, making it easier to tailor presentations to specific audiences or purposes.

This new feature will enhance the way managers can present data by providing cleaner and more customizable presentations. The layout will be improved, reducing unnecessary whitespace and making the presentation look more polished. Additionally, the export process has been optimized to be faster and more reliable, especially for larger reports that include various filters and visuals.

For those who still prefer the old method, the option to export reports as screenshots will remain available. This is useful for users who need to incorporate the reports into custom PowerPoint templates that the new feature does not yet support.

No administrative action is required to enable this feature, as it will be on by default. However, it is important to communicate this change to managers and other users who frequently access Viva Glint reports. Updating any internal documentation that references report export options is also recommended to ensure everyone is aware of the new capabilities.

In summary, this update is like upgrading from a typewriter to a word processor. It allows for more flexibility and efficiency in creating and sharing presentations, ultimately making it easier for managers to communicate insights and data effectively.