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Message ID: MC929028
The Loop app now provides a personal workspace to all users, which is shared with Copilot Pages. This personal workspace is a user-owned SharePoint Embedded container, one per user. Governance, lifecycle management and compliance processes are similar to that user’s OneDrive. The existing Ideas workspace will begin functioning as a shared Loop workspace because it is not a user-owned container.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 422727 and 422729.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-December 2024 and expect to complete by late January 2025.
[How this will affect your organization:]
Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 422727: The personal workspace is a user-owned SharePoint Embedded container and follows similar governance, lifecycle management and compliance processes to the user’s OneDrive, details about departure and storage can be found here.
Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 422729: The existing Ideas workspace, while positioned in the product as a personal workspace, uses the shared Loop workspace infrastructure and is not managed with the user account. As a result, with the arrival of the truly personal workspace, the existing Ideas workspace will begin functioning as a shared Loop workspace in the user’s experience.
[What you need to do to prepare:]
There is nothing you need to do to prepare. These changes will roll to your tenant automatically.
If you wish to disable the creation of Loop workspaces, you can configure it using the admin policies found here and here.
Source: Microsoft
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The introduction of the Microsoft Loop app’s personal workspace is bound to create a ripple effect that will impact both admins and users in significant ways. For users, this update offers a newfound sense of ownership and flexibility. Having a dedicated personal workspace means that individuals can now manage their own content more effectively, akin to having a personal filing cabinet that’s always organized and accessible. With the integration of Copilot Pages, users will find it easier to collaborate and innovate, making the experience not just productive but also a tad more enjoyable. After all, who wouldn’t want a little assistant nudging them along?
On the admin side, while the transition might seem daunting at first, it actually streamlines governance and compliance processes. The personal workspaces are designed to mirror the familiar structures of OneDrive, meaning that admins can breathe a little easier knowing that lifecycle management will follow established protocols. Moreover, the shift of the existing Ideas workspace to a shared Loop workspace allows for clearer delineation between personal and shared resources, ultimately enhancing efficiency.
As for the overall impact, this update feels like a breath of fresh air in the often-stagnant world of workspace management. The changes are poised to empower users while simplifying the admin experience, creating a harmonious balance. It’s like upgrading from a flip phone to a smartphone—once you’ve made the leap, there’s no looking back!
I encourage everyone to share their thoughts on this update. How do you think the personal workspace will change your daily tasks? Are there any features you’re particularly excited about? Let’s keep the conversation going! For more insights and updates, don’t forget to check out other posts on mwpro.co.uk.