MC898393 – Microsoft Teams: New features to improve user app adoption

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check before: 2024-10-01

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Microsoft 365 admin center, Microsoft Graph, Teams

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Developer, Mac, Online, Web, World tenant

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Change type:

New feature, User impact, Admin impact

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Summary:
Microsoft Teams is introducing two new features to enhance app discovery and adoption, including a curated app section and personalized recommendations. Rollout will start in early October 2024, with full availability by late October 2024. Admins should review preinstalled apps for visibility in the new store sections.

Details:
We are excited to announce two new features in the Teams Store that will help users discover and adopt apps in Microsoft Teams. These enhancements are designed to streamline how users find and engage with apps in Teams. This message applies to Teams on the web and Teams for Windows and Mac desktops.
[When this will happen:]
Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out early October 2024 and expect to complete by mid-October 2024.
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-October 2024 and expect to complete by late October 2024.

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Created:
2024-09-26

updated:
2024-09-26

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summary for non-techies**

Starting in October 2024, Microsoft Teams will introduce a new "Added by your org" section for prominently displaying admin-curated apps and a "Trending with your peers" feature for personalized app recommendations based on colleagues' usage.

Direct effects for Operations**

App Discovery Issues
If the new curated app section is not prepared for, users may struggle to find essential apps, leading to decreased productivity and frustration.
   - roles: End Users, IT Support
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoftteams/install-teams-apps

User Experience Degradation
Without prior communication about the changes, users may be confused by the new layout and features, resulting in a negative user experience and potential resistance to adopting the new functionalities.
   - roles: End Users, Team Leaders
   - references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoftteams/install-teams-apps

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