MC860849 – Updates available for Microsoft 365 Apps for all channels (archived)

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Microsoft 365 Apps

Platform:

World tenant, Windows Desktop

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Change type:

Feature update

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Details:

We've released updates to the following update channels for Microsoft 365 Apps:
Current Channel
Monthly Enterprise Channel
Semi-Annual Enterprise Channel (Preview)
Semi-Annual Enterprise Channel
[When this will happen:]
We'll be gradually rolling out these updates of Microsoft 365 Apps to users on those update channels starting August 13th, 2024 (PST).

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Created:
2024-08-14

updated:
2024-08-14

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Direct effects for Operations**

- Direct Impact on IT Operations
- Potential downtime during the update process
- IT Administrators may need to schedule maintenance windows to minimize disruption.
- Increased network traffic due to update downloads
- IT Operations teams must monitor bandwidth usage to prevent slowdowns in other services.
- Compatibility issues with existing applications
- IT Administrators will need to verify that critical applications work seamlessly with the updated Microsoft 365 Apps.

- Direct Impact on IT Services
- Service interruptions for users during the update rollout
- End Users may experience temporary unavailability of Microsoft 365 services.
- Changes in application features and functionalities
- IT Support teams will need to prepare for user inquiries regarding new features or changes.
- Dependency on other IT services (e.g., authentication services)
- IT Operations must ensure that any integrated services remain functional post-update.

- Direct Impact on IT Users
- User training and adaptation to new features
- End Users may require additional training sessions to familiarize themselves with updates.
- Potential for increased support tickets
- IT Support teams will need to allocate resources to handle user issues related to the updates.
- User productivity may be affected during the transition period
- All roles within the organization that rely on Microsoft 365 Apps will experience temporary disruptions.

- Direct Impact on IT Administrators
- Increased workload for deployment and monitoring
- IT Administrators will need to manage the update process and address any arising issues.
- Need for updated documentation and communication
- IT Administrators must ensure that all stakeholders are informed about the changes and their implications.
- Risk management and contingency planning
- IT Administrators will need to prepare rollback plans in case of critical issues arising from the updates.

References:
- Microsoft 365 Apps Update Release Notes: [Current Channel](https://docs.microsoft.com/officeupdates/current-channelversion-2407-august-13), [Monthly Enterprise Channel](https://docs.microsoft.com/officeupdates/monthly-enterprise-channelversion-2406-august-13), [Semi-Annual Enterprise Channel (Preview)](https://docs.microsoft.com/officeupdates/semi-annual-enterprise-channel-previewversion-2402-august-13), [Semi-Annual Enterprise Channel](https://docs.microsoft.com/officeupdates/semi-annual-enterprise-channelversion-2402-august-13).

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