check before: 2025-01-31
Product:
Microsoft 365 admin center, Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft 365 Groups, Microsoft Loop, Purview, Purview Information Protection, SharePoint, Teams
Platform:
Mac, Online, Web, Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
Launched
Change type:
Admin impact, New feature, Updated message, User impact
Details:
Summary:
Microsoft Teams will soon allow adding a Loop workspace tab to standard channels for real-time collaboration. The rollout begins mid-May 2025 for targeted release and late May 2025 for general availability. Users can create, manage, and share content within Teams, adhering to Microsoft 365 compliance standards. No admin action is required.
Details:
Updated May 9, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon to Microsoft Teams: Add a Loop workspace tab to standard channels enabling your team to brainstorm, co-create, collect, and organize content-together in real time. Everyone in the Team will have access to the Loop workspace, even as Team membership changes, and the workspace will adhere to the governance, lifecycle, and compliance standards set by the Microsoft 365 group backing the team. This message applies to Teams on Windows desktop, Teams on Mac desktop, and Teams on the web.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 472022.
[When this will happen:]
Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out mid-May 2025 (previously late April) and expect to complete by late May 2025 (previously late April ).
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out late May 2025 (previously early April) and expect to complete in late May 2025 (previously late March).
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General Availability, Targeted Release
Created:
2025-01-07
updated:
2025-05-10
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft Teams is introducing a Loop workspace tab feature for standard channels, enabling real-time collaboration and content management within a shared digital space, while adhering to Microsoft 365 compliance and governance standards.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Experience Disruption
Users may experience confusion or disruption in their workflow if they are not informed about the new Loop workspace feature, leading to potential inefficiencies in collaboration.
- roles: Team Members, Project Managers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/loop/loop-components-configuration?view=o365-worldwide#microsoft-365-groups-for-cloud-policy, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=472022
Compliance and Governance Issues
Without proper preparation, the automatic application of sensitivity labels to Loop workspaces may lead to compliance risks if users are unaware of the implications of these labels.
- roles: Compliance Officers, IT Administrators
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/loop/loop-workspaces-storage-permission?view=o365-worldwide, https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoftteams/manage-apps
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Increased Support Requests
The introduction of the Loop workspace feature without prior user training may result in an increase in support requests as users encounter issues or have questions about the new functionality.
- roles: Help Desk Staff, IT Support
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoftteams/manage-apps, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=472022
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Enhanced Collaboration and Productivity
The introduction of Loop workspaces in Teams channels will significantly enhance real-time collaboration among team members. This feature allows for seamless brainstorming, co-creation, and content organization, which can lead to improved productivity and engagement among users.
- next-steps: Encourage teams to explore and utilize the Loop workspace feature by providing training sessions and creating user guides. Monitor usage metrics to assess the impact on collaboration.
- roles: Project Managers, Team Leaders, Collaboration Specialists
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/loop/loop-components-configuration?view=o365-worldwide, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=472022
Streamlined Compliance Management
Loop workspaces will automatically adhere to the sensitivity labels of the Microsoft 365 group, ensuring that compliance standards are maintained without additional administrative overhead. This can simplify compliance management and reduce the risk of non-compliance.
- next-steps: Review and update current compliance policies to align with the new Loop workspace features. Train compliance officers on how to manage sensitivity labels effectively within Loop.
- roles: Compliance Officers, IT Administrators, Legal Teams
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/loop/loop-workspaces-storage-permission?view=o365-worldwide, https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoftteams/manage-apps
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Improved User Experience and Onboarding
The integration of Loop workspaces in Teams channels provides a more cohesive user experience, reducing the need for users to switch between different applications for collaboration. This can enhance onboarding processes for new employees by providing them with a familiar and integrated environment for collaboration.
- next-steps: Develop onboarding materials that highlight the benefits and usage of Loop workspaces. Collect feedback from new users to continuously improve the onboarding experience.
- roles: HR Managers, Training Coordinators, IT Support Staff
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoftteams/manage-apps, https://config.office.com/
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| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-05-10 | MC Last Updated | 04/09/2025 21:01:22 | 2025-05-09T22:42:58Z |
| 2025-05-10 | MC Messages | Updated April 9, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon to Microsoft Teams: Add a Loop workspace tab to standard channels enabling your team to brainstorm, co-create, collect, and organize content-together in real time. Everyone in the Team will have access to the Loop workspace, even as Team membership changes, and the workspace will adhere to the governance, lifecycle, and compliance standards set by the Microsoft 365 group backing the team. This message applies to Teams on Windows desktop, Teams on Mac desktop, and Teams on the web. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 472022. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out late April 2025 (previously late March) and expect to complete in late April 2025 (previously early March). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out late May 2025 (previously early April) and expect to complete in late May 2025 (previously late March). | Updated May 9, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon to Microsoft Teams: Add a Loop workspace tab to standard channels enabling your team to brainstorm, co-create, collect, and organize content-together in real time. Everyone in the Team will have access to the Loop workspace, even as Team membership changes, and the workspace will adhere to the governance, lifecycle, and compliance standards set by the Microsoft 365 group backing the team. This message applies to Teams on Windows desktop, Teams on Mac desktop, and Teams on the web. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 472022. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out mid-May 2025 (previously late April) and expect to complete by late May 2025 (previously late April ). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out late May 2025 (previously early April) and expect to complete in late May 2025 (previously late March). |
| 2025-05-10 | MC End Time | 06/27/2025 09:00:00 | 2025-07-07T09:00:00Z |
| 2025-05-10 | MC Summary | Microsoft Teams will soon allow adding a Loop workspace tab to standard channels for real-time collaboration. Rollout starts late April 2025 and completes late May 2025. Users can create, manage, and share content within Teams. Admins should review configurations and notify users. For more details, visit the provided Microsoft Learn links. | Microsoft Teams will soon allow adding a Loop workspace tab to standard channels for real-time collaboration. The rollout begins mid-May 2025 for targeted release and late May 2025 for general availability. Users can create, manage, and share content within Teams, adhering to Microsoft 365 compliance standards. No admin action is required. |
| 2025-04-10 | MC Messages | Updated March 3, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon to Microsoft Teams: Add a Loop workspace tab to standard channels enabling your team to brainstorm, co-create, collect, and organize content-together in real time. Everyone in the Team will have access to the Loop workspace, even as Team membership changes, and the workspace will adhere to the governance, lifecycle, and compliance standards set by the Microsoft 365 group backing the team. This message applies to Teams on Windows desktop, Teams on Mac desktop, and Teams on the web. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 472022. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out late March 2025 (previously late February) and expect to complete in early April 2025 (previously early March). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early April 2025 (previously early March) and expect to complete in late April 2025 (previously late March). | Updated April 9, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon to Microsoft Teams: Add a Loop workspace tab to standard channels enabling your team to brainstorm, co-create, collect, and organize content-together in real time. Everyone in the Team will have access to the Loop workspace, even as Team membership changes, and the workspace will adhere to the governance, lifecycle, and compliance standards set by the Microsoft 365 group backing the team. This message applies to Teams on Windows desktop, Teams on Mac desktop, and Teams on the web. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 472022. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out late April 2025 (previously late March) and expect to complete in late April 2025 (previously early March). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out late May 2025 (previously early April) and expect to complete in late May 2025 (previously late March). |
| 2025-04-10 | MC Last Updated | 03/04/2025 17:25:58 | 2025-04-09T21:01:22Z |
| 2025-04-10 | MC Summary | Microsoft Teams will soon allow adding a Loop workspace tab to standard channels for real-time collaboration. Rollout starts late March 2025 and completes late April 2025. Users can create, manage, and share content within Teams. Admins should review configurations and notify users. For more details, visit the provided Microsoft Learn links. | Microsoft Teams will soon allow adding a Loop workspace tab to standard channels for real-time collaboration. Rollout starts late April 2025 and completes late May 2025. Users can create, manage, and share content within Teams. Admins should review configurations and notify users. For more details, visit the provided Microsoft Learn links. |
| 2025-03-05 | MC Messages | Updated February 28, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon to Microsoft Teams: Add a Loop workspace tab to standard channels enabling your team to brainstorm, co-create, collect, and organize content-together in real time. Everyone in the Team will have access to the Loop workspace, even as Team membership changes, and the workspace will adhere to the governance, lifecycle, and compliance standards set by the Microsoft 365 group backing the team. This message applies to Teams on Windows desktop, Teams on Mac desktop, and Teams on the web. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 472022. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out late March 2025 (previously late February) and expect to complete in early April 2025 (previously early March). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early April 2025 (previously early March) and expect to complete in late April 2025 (previously late March). | Updated March 3, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon to Microsoft Teams: Add a Loop workspace tab to standard channels enabling your team to brainstorm, co-create, collect, and organize content-together in real time. Everyone in the Team will have access to the Loop workspace, even as Team membership changes, and the workspace will adhere to the governance, lifecycle, and compliance standards set by the Microsoft 365 group backing the team. This message applies to Teams on Windows desktop, Teams on Mac desktop, and Teams on the web. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 472022. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out late March 2025 (previously late February) and expect to complete in early April 2025 (previously early March). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early April 2025 (previously early March) and expect to complete in late April 2025 (previously late March). |
| 2025-03-05 | MC Last Updated | 02/28/2025 17:50:28 | 2025-03-04T17:25:58Z |
| 2025-03-05 | MC prepare | This rollout will happen automatically by the specified date with no admin action required before the rollout. Review your current configuration to determine the impact for your organization. You may want to notify your users about this change and update any relevant documentation.
If you want to block the Loop app in Teams, this will remove the Loop tab applications in channels and the Loop personal app in Teams. To learn more: Overview of Loop workspaces storage and permissions | Microsoft Learn If you want to keep the Loop application in Teams but disable to ability for users to create Loop workspaces, follow these instructions: Sign in to the Microsoft 365 Apps admin center at https://config.office.com/ with your Microsoft 365 admin credentials. Select Customization from the left pane. Select Policy management. Create a new policy configuration or edit an existing one. From the Choose the scope dropdown menu, choose either All users or select the group for which you want to apply the policy. Learn more: Microsoft 365 Groups for Cloud Policy in Manage Loop components in your organization | Microsoft Learn. In Configure settings, choose your desired setting for Create Loop workspaces in Loop: Disabled: Users cannot create Loop workspaces in Teams. (When disabled, the Loop app will open Loop components in Teams.) Enabled or not configured: Users can create Loop workspaces in Teams. Not configured = Enabled Save the policy configuration. Reassign priority for any security group, if required. (If two or more policy configurations are applicable to the same set of users, the one with the higher priority is applied.) Learn more Overview of Loop workspaces storage and permissions | Microsoft Learn Related message center post: MC929022 Microsoft Loop - Require Existing Microsoft 365 Group for New Loop workspaces (published November 2024) https://config.office.com/ https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/loop/loop-components-configuration?view=o365-worldwide#microsoft-365-groups-for-cloud-policy https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/loop/loop-workspaces-storage-permission?view=o365-worldwide https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=472022 | This rollout will happen automatically by the specified date with no admin action required before the rollout. Review your current configuration to determine the impact for your organization. You may want to notify your users about this change and update any relevant documentation.
If you want to block the Loop app in Teams, this will remove the Loop tab applications in channels and the Loop personal app in Teams. To learn more: Overview of Loop workspaces storage and permissions | Microsoft Learn If you want to keep the Loop application in Teams but disable to ability for users to create Loop workspaces, follow these instructions: Sign in to the Microsoft 365 Apps admin center at https://config.office.com/ with your Microsoft 365 admin credentials. Select Customization from the left pane. Select Policy management. Create a new policy configuration or edit an existing one. From the Choose the scope dropdown menu, choose either All users or select the group for which you want to apply the policy. Learn more: Microsoft 365 Groups for Cloud Policy in Manage Loop components in your organization | Microsoft Learn. In Configure settings, choose your desired setting for Create Loop workspaces in Loop: Disabled: Users cannot create Loop workspaces in Teams. (When disabled, the Loop app will open Loop components in Teams.) Enabled or not configured: Users can create Loop workspaces in Teams. Not configured = Enabled Save the policy configuration. Reassign priority for any security group, if required. (If two or more policy configurations are applicable to the same set of users, the one with the higher priority is applied.) Learn more Manage your apps in the Microsoft Teams admin center - Microsoft Teams | Microsoft Learn Related message center post: MC929022 Microsoft Loop - Require Existing Microsoft 365 Group for New Loop workspaces (published November 2024) https://config.office.com/ https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/loop/loop-components-configuration?view=o365-worldwide#microsoft-365-groups-for-cloud-policy https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/loop/loop-workspaces-storage-permission?view=o365-worldwide https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoftteams/manage-apps https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=472022 |
| 2025-03-05 | MC Summary | Microsoft Teams will soon allow adding a Loop workspace tab to standard channels, enabling real-time collaboration. The rollout will begin in late March 2025 for targeted release and early April 2025 for general availability. Users can add the Loop tab by selecting the plus sign in Teams channels. No admin action is required. | Microsoft Teams will soon allow adding a Loop workspace tab to standard channels for real-time collaboration. Rollout starts late March 2025 and completes late April 2025. Users can create, manage, and share content within Teams. Admins should review configurations and notify users. For more details, visit the provided Microsoft Learn links. |
| 2025-03-01 | MC Messages | Updated February 6, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon to Microsoft Teams: Add a Loop workspace tab to standard channels enabling your team to brainstorm, co-create, collect, and organize content-together in real time. Everyone in the Team will have access to the Loop workspace, even as Team membership changes, and the workspace will adhere to the governance, lifecycle, and compliance standards set by the Microsoft 365 group backing the team. This message applies to Teams on Windows desktop, Teams on Mac desktop, and Teams on the web. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 472022. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out late February 2025 (previously late January) and expect to complete in early March 2025 (previously late January). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early March 2025 (previously late February) and expect to complete in late March 2025 (previously late February). | Updated February 28, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon to Microsoft Teams: Add a Loop workspace tab to standard channels enabling your team to brainstorm, co-create, collect, and organize content-together in real time. Everyone in the Team will have access to the Loop workspace, even as Team membership changes, and the workspace will adhere to the governance, lifecycle, and compliance standards set by the Microsoft 365 group backing the team. This message applies to Teams on Windows desktop, Teams on Mac desktop, and Teams on the web. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 472022. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out late March 2025 (previously late February) and expect to complete in early April 2025 (previously early March). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early April 2025 (previously early March) and expect to complete in late April 2025 (previously late March). |
| 2025-03-01 | MC Last Updated | 02/06/2025 22:42:39 | 2025-02-28T17:50:28Z |
| 2025-03-01 | MC Summary | Microsoft Teams will soon allow adding a Loop workspace tab to standard channels for real-time collaboration. This feature, part of Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 472022, will roll out from late February to late March 2025. It will be available by default to all users with Loop enabled in Teams. | Microsoft Teams will soon allow adding a Loop workspace tab to standard channels, enabling real-time collaboration. The rollout will begin in late March 2025 for targeted release and early April 2025 for general availability. Users can add the Loop tab by selecting the plus sign in Teams channels. No admin action is required. |
| 2025-02-07 | MC Messages | Coming soon to Microsoft Teams: Add a Loop workspace tab to standard channels enabling your team to brainstorm, co-create, collect, and organize content-together in real time. Everyone in the Team will have access to the Loop workspace, even as Team membership changes, and the workspace will adhere to the governance, lifecycle, and compliance standards set by the Microsoft 365 group backing the team. This message applies to Teams on Windows desktop, Teams on Mac desktop, and Teams on the web.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 472022. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out late January 2025 and expect to complete in late January 2025. General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out February 2025 and expect to complete in late February 2025. | Updated February 6, 2025: We have updated the rollout timeline below. Thank you for your patience.
Coming soon to Microsoft Teams: Add a Loop workspace tab to standard channels enabling your team to brainstorm, co-create, collect, and organize content-together in real time. Everyone in the Team will have access to the Loop workspace, even as Team membership changes, and the workspace will adhere to the governance, lifecycle, and compliance standards set by the Microsoft 365 group backing the team. This message applies to Teams on Windows desktop, Teams on Mac desktop, and Teams on the web. This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 472022. [When this will happen:] Targeted Release: We will begin rolling out late February 2025 (previously late January) and expect to complete in early March 2025 (previously late January). General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early March 2025 (previously late February) and expect to complete in late March 2025 (previously late February). |
| 2025-02-07 | MC Title | Microsoft Teams: Add a Loop workspace tab to standard channels | (Updated) Microsoft Teams: Add a Loop workspace tab to standard channels |
| 2025-02-07 | MC Last Updated | 01/07/2025 01:13:34 | 2025-02-06T22:42:39Z |
| 2025-02-07 | MC MessageTagNames | New feature, User impact, Admin impact | Updated message, New feature, User impact, Admin impact |
| 2025-02-07 | MC Summary | Microsoft Teams will soon allow adding a Loop workspace tab to standard channels for real-time collaboration. This feature, part of Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 472022, will roll out from late January to late February 2025. It will be available by default to all users with Loop enabled in Teams. | Microsoft Teams will soon allow adding a Loop workspace tab to standard channels for real-time collaboration. This feature, part of Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 472022, will roll out from late February to late March 2025. It will be available by default to all users with Loop enabled in Teams. |
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