check before: 2026-04-01
Product:
Entra, Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft 365 suite
Platform:
Online, World tenant
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Change type:
New feature, Admin impact
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Summary:
Starting late April 2026, Microsoft 365 tenant admins with Global or Organizational Data Source Administrator roles can export raw organizational data uploaded to MODIS within a 30-day retention window in CSV format. This default-enabled feature supports compliance and audit needs without impacting users.
Details:
[Introduction]
Microsoft 365 is introducing a new organizational data export capability for tenant administrators to improve data portability and transparency. This enhancement allows authorized admins to securely export raw organizational data uploaded into Microsoft Organizational Data Ingestion Service (MODIS) in a documented and auditable manner.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout will begin in late April 2026 and is expected to complete by late April 2026.
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Created:
2026-04-15
updated:
2026-04-15
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Direct effects for Operations**
Data Export Capability
The introduction of the data export feature may lead to unauthorized data access if tenant admins do not follow proper security protocols, potentially exposing sensitive organizational data.
- roles: Tenant Administrators, Compliance Officers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/viva/orgdata-data-usage#access-and-export-audit-logs
Compliance and Audit
Without proper preparation, the new export capability could lead to compliance issues if exported data is not handled according to regulatory requirements, risking penalties for the organization.
- roles: Tenant Administrators, Compliance Officers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/viva/orgdata-data-usage#access-and-export-audit-logs
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