MC877316 – Microsoft Teams: Streamlined process for installing Teams apps

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Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Stream, Teams

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Mac, Online, US Instances, Web, World tenant

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Feature update, User impact

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Summary:
Microsoft Teams is introducing a simplified app installation process to enhance user experience, with fewer steps involved. Rollouts will begin in early September 2024 for Targeted Release, mid-September for General Availability worldwide, and late October for GCC. The update is automatic and does not alter existing app management practices.

Details:
Coming soon to Microsoft Teams: A streamlined installation process to simplify how users add an app to Teams. This update aims to reduce friction and improve user engagement with apps by offering a more intuitive process from discovery to use. We've reduced the number of steps it takes for a user to install an app and start using it in chats, channels, and meetings. This message applies to Teams on Windows desktop, Mac desktop, and on the web.
[When this will happen:]
Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early September 2024 and expect to complete by early September 2024.
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-September 2024 and expect to complete by late September 2024.
General Availability (GCC): We will begin rolling out late October 2024 and expect to complete by early November 2024.

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Created:
2024-08-30

updated:
2024-08-30

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Direct effects for Operations**

Streamlined App Installation Process
Users may experience confusion or frustration if they are not prepared for the new, simplified app installation process, potentially leading to decreased productivity as they adjust to the changes.
   - roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
   - references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/add-an-app-to-microsoft-teams-b2217706-f7ed-4e64-8e96-c413afd02f77

Increased User Engagement with Apps
Without prior communication about the new process, users may not fully utilize the new features, leading to underutilization of available tools and resources, which can impact collaboration and efficiency.
   - roles: End Users, Team Leaders
   - references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/add-an-app-to-microsoft-teams-b2217706-f7ed-4e64-8e96-c413afd02f77

Configutation Options**

Disable Streamlined App Installation Process
Admins can disable the streamlined app installation process if they prefer to maintain the previous method of app management.
   - technical instructions: 1. Go to the Microsoft Teams admin center. 2. Navigate to 'Teams apps' > 'Setup policies'. 3. Select the policy you want to edit. 4. Under 'Installed apps', remove the apps that are part of the streamlined process. 5. Save changes.
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoftteams/platform/teams-app-policies

Restrict App Installation Permissions
Admins can restrict app installation permissions to control which users can install apps in Teams.
   - technical instructions: 1. Go to the Microsoft Teams admin center. 2. Navigate to 'Teams apps' > 'Permission policies'. 3. Create a new policy or edit an existing one. 4. Under 'User permissions', set the 'Allow users to install apps' option to 'Off' or customize as needed. 5. Assign the policy to users or groups.
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoftteams/platform/teams-app-permission-policies