check before: 2025-01-15
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Copilot, Microsoft 365 admin center, Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Microsoft 365 suite, SharePoint
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Developer, Online, Web, World tenant
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Change type:
Feature update, User impact, Admin impact
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Details:
As noted in MC958903, we are updating the Microsoft 365 app name and icon to Microsoft 365 Copilot in mid-January 2025. In addition, we are evolving the app's UI to support future AI-first experiences. Key changes include reducing the top app header, consolidating all app-level tools and settings into the App toolbar on the left, and retiring features like Help me create and My Day from the app.
[When will this happen:]
These changes will begin rolling out in the Microsoft 365 Copilot app (web, Windows) starting in mid-January 2025. This is a phased rollout, so not all users will receive the update simultaneously.
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2024-12-17
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2024-12-17
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft is updating the Microsoft 365 app, soon to be known as Microsoft 365 Copilot, by removing the top header, relocating tools to a bottom-left toolbar, prominently displaying the search box, grouping apps and AI features like Copilot Chat, and retiring features like 'My Day' and 'Help me create,' with these changes rolling out gradually starting mid-January 2025.
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UI Changes Impact on Navigation
The removal of the top header and the 'Back' button may confuse users, leading to difficulties in navigation and increased time to complete tasks.
- roles: End Users, Support Staff
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-blog/announcing-microsoft-365-copilot/ba-p/3751230
Loss of Features
The retirement of 'Help me create' and 'My Day' features may disrupt users' workflows, as they will lose functionalities that aid in document creation and task management.
- roles: End Users, Project Managers
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-blog/announcing-microsoft-365-copilot/ba-p/3751230
Search Experience Changes
While the search functionality remains, the change in placement may lead to initial confusion, affecting users' ability to quickly find content.
- roles: End Users, Content Managers
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-blog/announcing-microsoft-365-copilot/ba-p/3751230
Branding and Logo Removal
The absence of the organization logo in the app may affect brand visibility and user recognition, leading to a less personalized experience.
- roles: End Users, Marketing Team
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-blog/announcing-microsoft-365-copilot/ba-p/3751230
User Awareness and Training Needs
Without proper communication about the changes, users may feel unprepared and frustrated, leading to decreased productivity and increased support requests.
- roles: IT Administrators, End Users
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-365-blog/announcing-microsoft-365-copilot/ba-p/3751230
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