check before: 2025-02-01
Product:
Copilot, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Teams
Platform:
Mac, Online, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
In development
Change type:
New feature, User impact, Admin impact
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Details:
Summary:
Microsoft Teams will soon allow users to add Microsoft 365 Copilot agents to group chats for increased productivity, without needing a Copilot license. The feature will roll out in early February 2025 and will be available on various desktop platforms and the web. It will be enabled by default but can be disabled if desired.
Details:
Coming soon to Microsoft Teams: Users can find and add Microsoft 365 Copilot agents to group chats and use the agents to help increase productivity in collaborative scenarios. Users do not require a Copilot license to use this feature. This message applies to Teams on Windows desktop, Mac desktop, and on the web.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 464988.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early February 2025 and expect to complete by mid-February 2025.
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2024-12-27
updated:
2025-01-15
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft Teams will introduce a feature in February 2025 that allows users to add Microsoft 365 Copilot agents to group chats without needing a special license, available on Windows, Mac, and the web.
Direct effects for Operations**
Increased User Confusion
Users may be confused about the new functionality and how to effectively use Copilot agents in group chats, leading to decreased productivity.
- roles: End Users, Team Leaders
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/copilot/manage#removing-access-to-microsoft-, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=464988
Potential Overload of Information
The introduction of Copilot agents may lead to an overwhelming amount of information being generated in group chats, making it difficult for users to focus on relevant discussions.
- roles: End Users, Project Managers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/copilot/manage#removing-access-to-microsoft-, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=464988
Increased Support Requests
The rollout of Copilot agents without prior preparation may result in a spike in support requests from users needing assistance with the new feature.
- roles: IT Support Staff, Help Desk Agents
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/copilot/manage#removing-access-to-microsoft-, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=464988
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explanation for non-techies**
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| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-01-08 | MC Last Updated | 12/27/2024 02:48:30 | 2025-01-07T18:58:03Z |
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