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Message ID: MC1072230
We’re excited to announce the upcoming launch of centralized admin role management in the Microsoft Viva Engage admin center. This new experience simplifies how Engage admins, verified admins, network admins and corporate communicator roles are assigned and managed. This rollout is part of our modernization effort to phase out the legacy Microsoft Yammer admin center. Overall, we are bringing greater consistency, usability and aligning our Engage admin experience to the broader M365 ecosystem.
This message applies Engage on the web, the Engage app in Teams for Windows desktop, and the Engage app in Teams for the web.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 479407.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-May 2025 and expect to complete by late May 2025.
[How this will affect your organization:]
After this rollout, you can find the new experience in the Engage admin center at Setup & Configuration > Admin role management.
- Admins will no longer need to navigate legacy Yammer experiences for role assignments.
- All admin role management tasks—assigning, updating, and removing admin roles—can now be performed in the Engage admin center.
- The new experience is modernized to provide better visibility into admin permissions and to support governance needs.
The new experience will be on by default.
[What you need to do to prepare:]
This rollout will happen automatically by the specified dates with no admin action required before the rollout. Review your current configuration to assess the impact on your organization.
Review your current admin role assignment processes and documentation.
Learn more: Embracing a Fully Modern Viva Engage Experience | Microsoft Community Hub
Source: Microsoft
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The upcoming centralized admin role management in the Microsoft Viva Engage admin center is set to bring a wave of positive changes for both admins and users alike. Imagine a world where navigating through the legacy Yammer admin center for role assignments is a thing of the past! This modernization effort is not just a simple upgrade; it’s a leap towards a more streamlined and efficient experience.
For admins, the benefits are clear and quite exciting. With all admin role management tasks now housed in one convenient location, tasks such as assigning, updating, and removing roles will become significantly easier. No more jumping between platforms or deciphering outdated interfaces! The new visibility into admin permissions will not only enhance efficiency but also support governance needs—because who doesn’t love a little clarity in their admin roles?
Users, on the other hand, will experience enhanced consistency and usability, all while enjoying the seamless integration with the broader M365 ecosystem. When users know that their admins have the right tools at their fingertips, it fosters a more productive and collaborative environment.
As for the impact of these changes, it’s hard to overstate just how beneficial they will be. The move to a centralized system is expected to save time and reduce frustration for admins, which is a win-win for everyone involved. Plus, with a launch date set for mid-May 2025, it’s the perfect opportunity to start preparing for this exciting transition.
I encourage everyone to share their thoughts on this update! How do you think it will change your day-to-day operations? Let’s get the conversation going! For more insights, be sure to check out additional posts at mwpro.co.uk. Your comments and perspectives are always welcome!