Forms distribution and email notification feature
Do you ever create forms or polls for a sub-set of your colleagues, but find the process of setting it up a bit clunky? This new update is about to make...
The Microsoft Office app is becoming the Microsoft 365 app
TL;DR:On 12th October 2022 Microsoft announced that the Office app for web (office.com), Windows, iOS, and Android will be rebranded to become the Microsoft 365 app. Between late 2022 and early...
Office.com is getting an exciting update
Many people start their digital day at Office.com, it gives you a great view across Microsoft 365 and it’s about to get even better! If using Office.com in this way is...
Microsoft is killing Delve. Here are your alternatives
TL;DRMicrosoft has announced they will be retiring Delve. They have shared suggestions for finding most of the features and value Delve offers elsewhere in Microsoft 365. Retirement is due 16th December...
Account switching for Microsoft 365 web apps
Do you need to access multiple Microsoft accounts in a browser? This change will eliminate the need to sign out, use an InPrivate window, or use a different browser.
TL;DRThis update brings...
Monthly active users for Microsoft 365 service changes
Are you responsible for keeping your organisation up to date with Microsoft 365 changes? This change will help you to better focus your effort.
Short version:The Microsoft Message Centre is where changes...
Want to delete your Copilot interaction history? Now you can, head to myaccount.microsoft.com
Join my next webinar on 27th February 2024 at 14:00 – 14:45 GMT: What can Microsoft Copilot do and how can I use it to drive efficiencies?
TL;DRYou can now delete your Copilot for...
Number matching to be enabled for all Microsoft Authenticator users
Details:If you use the Microsoft Authenticator app to approve your work sign-ins to Microsoft 365 you are going to start being asked to select the number you see. This is to...
Left navigation customisation on Microsoft365.com
DetailsThis update will allow you to customise the apps on the left navigation on Microsoft365.com. The current set of default apps on the app bar will be removed and you will...
Filters upgrade on Microsoft search
Microsoft search ‘out of the box’ filters "File Type" and "Last Modified" will soon be getting an upgrade. These filters are moving from the right panel to the top of the...
Microsoft 365 apps: Set expiration available for all links when sharing
DetailsSet expiration date will let you set a date for a M365 link to expire. After that date, you will need to make a new link or reshare with people so they...
Intelligent Teams meeting recap in Microsoft 365 Feed
TL;DR:Microsoft is adding Intelligent Meeting Recap functionality to the new and already excellent Microsoft 365 Feed for regular Teams users and those using Teams Premium. Due from mid-May 2023.
DetailsUsers with/without Teams...
Updated Experience for Office Document Conflict Resolution in OneDrive Sync
Details:Microsoft: "We have updated the experience to resolve Office document conflicts in the OneDrive sync app.
Previously, clicking the “Resolve” action on a conflict would require the user to choose between opening...
Switch to the new Groups experience in Outlook on the web
TL;DRAn optional new Groups experience is coming to Outlook on the web and new Outlook for Windows. The Groups Home page is described as a place to connect, communicate, and collaborate with...
“All” List Update on Office.com
Short version:"All" List Update on Office.com: Helps you quickly find, work on, and collaborate on the files or content that matters most to you. “Recent”, “Shared with Me”, “Pinned”, and “Discover”...
Briefing Email Enhancements: dynamic subject titles, tasks from Teams chat, and integrations with Learning
The Briefing email from Microsoft Viva helps surfaces information to prepare for upcoming meetings, follow up on outstanding tasks as well as protect time for independent work. A few updates are...
New SharePoint site creation experience
TL;DR:This SharePoint update allows you to choose a site template based on a scenario. When choosing a template you will see its capabilities and a preview. This change is intended to...
Microsoft makes Copilot available to individuals and businesses of all sizes
Join my next webinar on 27th February 2024 at 14:00 – 14:45 GMT: What can Microsoft Copilot do and how can I use it to drive efficiencies?.
TL;DRMicrosoft made two big Copilot announcements on...
Improvements to Microsoft Search with personal query history
What you need to know:Delayed: Microsoft are adding a new option in Microsoft Search that allows you to view and manage your personal query history.
What you need to do:With personal query...
Key document updates as a highlight in the Profile Card.
TL;DR:When you view the profile card of a colleague you collaborate with, you will see a new highlight type. These key document updates will include edits, comments, mentions, replies, and shares....
M365 Copilot biz chat gets prompt autosuggestions
TL;DRM365 Copilot Biz Chat will soon offer prompt autosuggestions in the chat box as you type. Due mid-December 2024 to late January 2025.
DetailsThe prompt...
