Microsoft 365
Roadmap
Microsoft 365 Roadmap
Launched
Admin-focused
Roadmap 506744
Microsoft 365: Department Billing for Microsoft 365 Backup
Department Billing for Microsoft 365 Backup enables administrators to configure backups by granular scopes—such as departments, geographic locations, or member firms—and manage pay-as-you-go charges across multiple Azure subscriptions. With Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), department-specific backup administrators ca...
- Published
- 05/20/2026
- Source
- Microsoft 365 Roadmap
- Why it matters
- because it is already launched and immediately actionable / because it directly affects cost allocation and budget planning
Microsoft 365 Copilot
Roadmap
Microsoft 365 Roadmap
Launched
Admin-focusedBuilder-focused
Roadmap 548641
Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Open Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Files in Copilot Chat
Currently, clicking on cited content in Copilot opens files outside of Copilot. With this new feature, content can be opened directly in Copilot Chat to make viewing documents more streamlined alongside chat. This change is not available on the Microsfot 365 Copilot mobile app or when using Copilot in Edge, Copilot in...
- Published
- 05/22/2026
- Source
- Microsoft 365 Roadmap
- Why it matters
- because it is already launched and immediately actionable / because it materially affects administration or governance
Microsoft 365 Copilot
Roadmap
Microsoft 365 Roadmap
Launched
Admin-focusedBuilder-focused
Roadmap 497909
Microsoft CoPilot (Microsoft 365): List email attachments in M365 Copilot
Users will be able to list the file attachments that they received or sent over email in M365 Copilot.
- Published
- 05/20/2026
- Source
- Microsoft 365 Roadmap
- Why it matters
- because it is already launched and immediately actionable / because it materially affects administration or governance
Microsoft 365 Copilot
Roadmap
Microsoft 365 Roadmap
Launched
Builder-focused
Roadmap 518222
Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): App Navigation Pane Update
The Microsoft 365 Copilot app now has a simpler, cleaner navigation. Key updates include an expanded chat history, quick actions to create new Notebooks and Agents, and intuitive feature grouping so users can find what they need faster and unlock more AI value.
- Published
- 05/19/2026
- Source
- Microsoft 365 Roadmap
- Why it matters
- because it is already launched and immediately actionable / because it materially affects administration or governance
Microsoft Purview
Roadmap
Microsoft 365 Roadmap
In development
Admin-focusedBuilder-focused
Roadmap 560324
Microsoft Purview: Data Lifecycle Management - DLM Meter Change
Data Lifecycle Management (DLM) billing will be based on the volume of data retained. For example, any number of non‑Microsoft 365 generative AI prompts and responses that collectively amount to 1 GB of retained data will be billed at $0.25 per GB per month (equivalent to ~$0.0082 per GB per day). In the updated model...
- Published
- 05/21/2026
- Source
- Microsoft 365 Roadmap
- Why it matters
- because it affects forward planning and preparation / because it directly affects cost allocation and budget planning
Microsoft Teams
Roadmap
Microsoft 365 Roadmap
In development
Admin-focusedBuilder-focused
Roadmap 558255
Microsoft Teams: Run SMB admin tasks faster with Microsoft 365 Admin Agent in Microsoft Teams
SMB Admins can use Microsoft 365 Admin Agent in Microsoft Teams to complete common admin tasks and get guidance on critical setup actions. Admin Agent can add users and assign licenses on behalf of the admin, as well as provide guidance on key SMB related topics such as organisation setup, security settings, and passw...
- Published
- 05/22/2026
- Source
- Microsoft 365 Roadmap
- Why it matters
- because it affects forward planning and preparation / because it directly affects licensing and rollout decisions
Microsoft 365 Copilot
Roadmap
Microsoft 365 Roadmap
In development
Admin-focusedBuilder-focused
Roadmap 557256
Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Explain slide selection during PowerPoint Live
This feature enhances the PowerPoint Live meeting experience by using Copilot to let attendees select slide text and get explanations for the content.
- Published
- 05/21/2026
- Source
- Microsoft 365 Roadmap
- Why it matters
- because it affects forward planning and preparation / because it directly affects licensing and rollout decisions
Microsoft Teams
Roadmap
Microsoft 365 Roadmap
In development
Admin-focusedBuilder-focused
Roadmap 562665
Microsoft Teams: Interpreter agent support in Teams Rooms on Android
The Interpreter agent acts as a translator in Microsoft Teams meetings, allowing participants to listen to the meeting in their chosen language with real-time translation so speaking different languages isn’t a barrier to effective understanding and collaboration. It's now available in Teams Rooms on Android licensed...
- Published
- 05/21/2026
- Source
- Microsoft 365 Roadmap
- Why it matters
- because it affects forward planning and preparation / because it directly affects licensing and rollout decisions
Microsoft Purview
Roadmap
Microsoft 365 Roadmap
In development
Admin-focused
Roadmap 562345
Microsoft Purview: Data Lifecycle Management - Archive OneDrive and SharePoint files under retention
Retention based file archiving moves inactive content to low-cost storage, lowering costs with no compromise on Compliance, keeping data discoverable and making Copilot results highly relevant.
- Published
- 05/19/2026
- Source
- Microsoft 365 Roadmap
- Why it matters
- because it affects forward planning and preparation / because it directly affects cost allocation and budget planning
Planner
Roadmap
Microsoft 365 Roadmap
In development
Builder-focused
Roadmap 513278
Planner: Available in Outlook
Planner in Outlook brings all your tasks, plans, and the new Project Manager agent directly into your inbox, so you can manage work where you already work.
- Published
- 05/22/2026
- Source
- Microsoft 365 Roadmap
- Why it matters
- because it affects forward planning and preparation / because it directly affects licensing and rollout decisions