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Message ID: MC937915
The Microsoft Teams Explicit Consent meeting policy is expanding to support group calls and Meet Now. When applied to a user, this policy will ensure that any recording/transcription initiated by that user in a group call or Meet Now will prompt all participants to provide consent for their media to be included in the recording and transcription. Participants cannot share audio, video, or screenshare/content-share until consent is given.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC): We will begin rolling out mid-November 2024 and expect to complete by late November 2024.
[How this will affect your organization:]
The Explicit Consent feature is off by default and is controlled by IT administrators through Teams meeting policy. Admins can enable this feature either for the entire tenant or for specific individuals, according to their business requirements.
When a user with the policy enabled starts a recording in a group call or Meet Now, all call participants will be prompted to give their consent to be included in the recording/transcription. Until consent is given by each participant, their audio, video, and screenshare/content-share will not be captured in the recording/transcription.
[What you need to do to prepare:]
Update any relevant training materials to reflect that this policy now applies to group calls and Meet Now.
Admins can enable or disable this feature using PowerShell or the Teams Admin Center. For more details, visit:
Source: Microsoft
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The recent update regarding Microsoft Teams’ Explicit Consent policy is set to make waves in both admin and user experiences during group calls and Meet Now sessions. This change, effective from mid-November 2024, will ensure that participants are actively informed and consenting before any recording or transcription takes place.
For admins, this means an additional layer of responsibility when it comes to managing meeting policies. The feature is off by default, giving IT administrators the flexibility to enable it across the board or tailor it for specific users. This customization is great, but it also means that admins will need to stay diligent in updating training materials and communicating these changes effectively to their teams. After all, nothing says “team spirit” like everyone being on the same page—especially when it involves privacy!
For users, the impact is equally significant. The requirement for explicit consent means that individuals can feel more secure about their contributions being recorded. No more unexpected surprises when someone decides to hit that record button! However, it could also lead to a few chuckles as participants navigate the new consent prompts—“Do I really have to say yes? Can I just give a thumbs up instead?”
In terms of impact, this update not only enhances privacy standards but also fosters a culture of transparency within organizations. As we all know, effective communication is key to a productive work environment. Encouraging participants to actively consent can lead to more engaged and attentive interactions.
So, what do you think about this update? Will it make your meetings feel more secure, or do you foresee any hiccups in the process? Let’s keep the conversation going! Feel free to share your thoughts and experiences below. For more insights, check out additional posts on https://mwpro.co.uk.