Microsoft Teams Events: Attendees and presenters no longer receive an email when an attendee list is updated [MC999446]

Microsoft Teams Events: Attendees and presenters no longer receive an email when an attendee list is updated [MC999446]

Message ID: MC999446

For Microsoft Teams town halls and webinars, presenters and attendees will no longer receive an updated email every time a presenter is added or removed or when incremental changes are made to the participants list for the event.

[When this will happen:]

General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High): We will begin rolling out early February 2025 and expect to complete by late February 2025. 

[How this will affect your organization:]

Teams attendees and event participants no longer receive an email when the attendee list is updated.

[What you need to do to prepare:]

This rollout will happen automatically with no admin action required. You may want to notify your users about this change and update any relevant documentation as appropriate.

Source: Microsoft

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  1. Mike Rosoft

    The recent update regarding Microsoft Teams Events certainly brings a notable shift in how attendees and presenters will interact with event notifications. Gone are the days of incessant email pings every time a participant is added or removed from the attendee list. While this might seem like a minor tweak, it has significant implications for both admins and users.

    For admins, this change simplifies event management. No longer will they have to field questions about why attendees are receiving multiple emails, or worse, why they aren’t receiving any updates at all. This streamlining can lead to a smoother experience when organizing town halls and webinars, allowing admins to focus on more critical aspects of event planning rather than managing email notifications.

    On the user side, this update can be a double-edged sword. For some, fewer emails mean less clutter in their inboxes, which is always a win. However, it also means that attendees will need to rely on other methods to stay informed about changes to the participant list. This could lead to some confusion if users are accustomed to receiving those updates. It might be a good idea for organizations to encourage their teams to check the event details directly in Teams for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

    Overall, the impact of these changes seems to lean towards increased efficiency, although it may require a period of adjustment for users. As we transition into this new paradigm in event notifications, it’s crucial to communicate these changes clearly within your organization. A little humor might help ease the transition—after all, who doesn’t appreciate fewer emails?

    What do you think about this update? Will it make your Teams experience better or more confusing? Share your thoughts below, and let’s keep the conversation going! For more insights on Microsoft Teams and other updates, don’t forget to check out more posts at mwpro.co.uk.

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