MC779844 – (Updated) Microsoft Teams: Apps now supported in group chats with external users (archived)

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check before: 2024-05-02

Product:

Microsoft 365 admin center, Microsoft 365 Apps, Teams

Platform:

Android, iOS, mobile, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

New feature, Updated message, User impact

Links:

391640

Details:

Summary:
Microsoft Teams will support apps in group chats with external users starting mid-May 2024. The rollout includes Teams for web, desktop, and mobile. Group chat hosts can add apps, but external users can't manage them. Existing access policies will apply, and organizations can opt out if desired.

Details:
Updated July 10, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: We're delighted to announce the upcoming release of support for apps in group chats with external users from outside your organization, fostering improved collaboration, interactivity, and productivity. This rollout applies to Teams for web, Teams for desktop, and Teams Mobile (Android and iOS).
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 391640.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by late July 2024 (previously late June).

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Release Phase:
Standard Release

Created:
2024-04-18

updated:
2024-08-10

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Direct effects for Operations**

- Direct Impact on IT Operations
- Increased complexity in managing external access policies
- Role Impacted: IT Administrators
- Dependencies: Existing access policies and configurations in the Teams admin center will need to be reviewed and potentially updated to accommodate the new feature.
- Potential for increased support tickets related to app usage in group chats
- Role Impacted: IT Support Staff
- Dependencies: User training and documentation may need to be updated to assist users in navigating the new functionality.

- Direct Impact on IT Services
- Changes in data handling and privacy considerations for external users
- Role Impacted: Compliance Officers, Data Protection Officers
- Dependencies: Organizations must ensure that the app publishers' terms align with internal data protection policies, especially concerning external user interactions.
- Need for enhanced monitoring of app usage in group chats
- Role Impacted: IT Security Teams
- Dependencies: Security protocols may need to be adjusted to monitor and manage the risks associated with third-party apps used in external group chats.

- Direct Impact on IT Users
- Increased collaboration opportunities with external partners
- Role Impacted: End Users (Employees)
- Dependencies: Users will need to adapt to new workflows involving external participants and the use of apps, which may require additional training.
- Potential confusion regarding app management capabilities
- Role Impacted: End Users (Employees)
- Dependencies: Users may need clarification on their roles in managing apps within group chats, as only the host can add or manage apps, leading to possible misunderstandings.

References:
- Microsoft Teams External Access Management: [Microsoft Documentation](https://docs.microsoft.com/microsoftteams/manage-external-accessallow-or-block-domains)
- Microsoft 365 Roadmap: [Microsoft 365 Roadmap](https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=391640)

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change history

DatePropertyoldnew
2024-08-08MC Feature RingStandard Release
2024-08-08MC Feature Status391640
All, Launched, StandardRelease
Android, Launched, StandardRelease
Desktop, Launched, StandardRelease
iOS, Launched, StandardRelease
Web, Launched, StandardRelease
Launched
2024-07-11MC Last Updated06/28/2024 20:48:042024-07-10T15:43:43Z
2024-07-11MC MessagesUpdated June 28, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: We’re delighted to announce the upcoming release of support for apps in group chats with external users from outside your organization, fostering improved collaboration, interactivity, and productivity. This rollout applies to Teams for web, Teams for desktop, and Teams Mobile (Android and iOS).
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 391640.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by late June 2024 (previously mid-June).
Updated July 10, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: We’re delighted to announce the upcoming release of support for apps in group chats with external users from outside your organization, fostering improved collaboration, interactivity, and productivity. This rollout applies to Teams for web, Teams for desktop, and Teams Mobile (Android and iOS).
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 391640.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by late July 2024 (previously late June).
2024-07-11MC End Time07/26/2024 09:00:002024-09-02T09:00:00Z
2024-06-29MC MessagesUpdated June 6, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: We’re delighted to announce the upcoming release of support for apps in group chats with external users from outside your organization, fostering improved collaboration, interactivity, and productivity. This rollout applies to Teams for web, Teams for desktop, and Teams Mobile (Android and iOS).
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 391640.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
Updated June 28, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: We’re delighted to announce the upcoming release of support for apps in group chats with external users from outside your organization, fostering improved collaboration, interactivity, and productivity. This rollout applies to Teams for web, Teams for desktop, and Teams Mobile (Android and iOS).
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 391640.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by late June 2024 (previously mid-June).
2024-06-29MC Last Updated06/07/2024 01:21:372024-06-28T20:48:04Z
2024-06-07MC MessagesComing soon for Microsoft Teams: We’re delighted to announce the upcoming release of support for apps in group chats with external users from outside your organization, fostering improved collaboration, interactivity, and productivity. This rollout applies to Teams for web, Teams for desktop, and Teams Mobile (Android and iOS).
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 391640.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by late May 2024.
Updated June 6, 2024: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon for Microsoft Teams: We’re delighted to announce the upcoming release of support for apps in group chats with external users from outside your organization, fostering improved collaboration, interactivity, and productivity. This rollout applies to Teams for web, Teams for desktop, and Teams Mobile (Android and iOS).
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 391640.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-May 2024 and expect to complete by mid-June 2024 (previously late May).
2024-06-07MC TitleMicrosoft Teams: Apps now supported in group chats with external users(Updated) Microsoft Teams: Apps now supported in group chats with external users
2024-06-07MC Last Updated04/18/2024 02:26:562024-06-07T01:21:37Z
2024-06-07MC MessageTagNamesNew feature, User impactUpdated message, New feature, User impact

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