New Microsoft 365 features include PWA support and more

Microsoft 365 continues to evolve with multiple updates and improvements to its suite of productivity tools. This month’s updates focus on improving the user experience, streamlining workflows, and strengthening security features across apps. As a managed service provider (MSP), staying on top of these changes is key to effectively supporting customers and optimizing their Microsoft 365 experience.

What’s new in Microsoft 365

Microsoft Teams, the collaboration hub of Microsoft 365, has introduced several features aimed at increasing productivity and user experience:

• Automatically hide inactive channels:Teams now automatically hides inactive channels, allowing users to keep their workspace clutter-free and focus on active conversations.
• The “Files” tab has been renamedThe “Files” tab has been renamed to “Shared,” providing a more intuitive interface for accessing and managing shared documents in Teams.
• Progressive Web App (PWA) support:Teams now supports PWAs on Windows and macOS, allowing users to access Teams as a web app for a consistent experience across devices.
• ROI Report for Teams Premium Users:Teams Premium users can access a new ROI report that provides valuable insights into the return on investment of using Teams in their organization.
• Detailed notification control:Users can now turn off notifications on a per-post basis and have more control over notification sound effects, allowing for a more personalized Teams experience.
• Channel Cards:Channel cards provide quick access to important information, making it easier for users to stay informed and engaged.

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Outlook: Simplify meeting scheduling and account setup

Outlook, the email and calendar app in Microsoft 365, has been updated to streamline meeting scheduling and simplify account setup:

• Improved meeting scheduling interface:The new meeting scheduling interface simplifies the meeting scheduling process, making it more user-friendly and efficient.
• Targeted Meeting Updates: When sending meeting updates, users can now choose to only notify added or removed participants, thereby reducing unnecessary notifications to other participants.
• Automatic Outlook account setup:On Windows 11 devices managed by InTune, Outlook accounts can now be configured automatically, simplifying the setup process for new devices.

Microsoft 365 Core Apps: Improved Usability and Functionality

Core Microsoft 365 apps, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, have received updates to improve usability and add new functionality:

• Improved file access in browsers:We’ve improved file access in web browsers, making it easier for users to find and open documents.
• Improved user interface for Azure Information Protection and sensitivity labels:The user interface for applying Azure Information Protection and sensitivity labels has been updated to be more intuitive and user-friendly.
• Internal Document Sharing Links Expiration Dates:Users can now set expiration dates for sharing links to internal documents, providing an additional layer of security and control over shared content.
• Quickly insert checkboxes in Excel:In Excel, users can now quickly insert checkboxes, making it easier to create checklists and manage tasks in spreadsheets.

Microsoft InTune: Strengthen Device Security and Policy Management

Microsoft InTune, a mobile device and application management platform, has introduced new features to enhance security and streamline policy management:

• Device Validation Using TPM:InTune now supports device attestation using Trusted Platform Module (TPM), ensuring that only trusted devices have access to corporate resources.
• Shortened policy refresh interval:The policy refresh interval for some settings has been reduced from 8 hours to 30 minutes, so devices will receive updated policies more often.

Co-Pilot: Increasing Productivity and Expanding Accessibility

Co-Pilot, the AI-powered assistant in Microsoft 365, has received several updates aimed at increasing productivity and expanding its availability:

• Catch-up function:Co-Pilot now includes a catch-up feature so users can quickly review recent interactions and stay up to date on important updates.
• Extended availability across plans:Co-Pilot has expanded its availability to more Microsoft 365 plans, making it available to a broader range of users.
• Optimized file link support in Teams:Co-Pilot now offers optimized support for file links in Teams chat and channels, ensuring seamless document sharing and access.
• Improved accuracy of response to time-based queries:Co-Pilot’s ability to handle time-based queries has been improved, allowing it to provide more accurate and reliable responses.
• Creating PowerPoint presentations from PDF files: Users can now use Co-Pilot to create PowerPoint presentations directly from PDF files, streamlining the content creation process.
• Privacy Adjustments for Recall:The Recall feature on Co-Pilot Plus has been customized with privacy in mind to keep your data safe and protect your information.

Administrative Tools: Simplify Management Tasks and Increase Security

Microsoft 365 administrative tools have been updated to simplify management tasks and strengthen security measures:

• Simplified DKIM setup for email authentication:The DomainKeys Identified Mail (DKIM) email authentication configuration process has been improved, making it easier to secure your email communications.
• Transferring Subscriptions Between Partners within New Commerce:New Commerce now supports transferring subscriptions between partners, giving you more flexibility in managing your subscriptions and adapting to changing business needs.
• Microsoft Entra PowerShell Module:The Microsoft Entra PowerShell module offers new capabilities for managing your Microsoft 365 environment, providing administrators with advanced management tools.
• Conditional Access Settings Requiring Token Protection:The public preview of Conditional Access settings requiring token protection is now available. It provides an additional layer of security to protect your network and resources.

As an MSP, it’s important to review these updates and understand how they can benefit your customers. By leveraging the enhanced features and functionality of Microsoft 365, you can help your customers optimize their productivity, streamline their workflows, and strengthen their security posture. Be proactive in communicating these updates to your customers and provide guidance on how to best leverage the new features to drive business success.

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