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Message ID: MC1072408
Coming soon for the Microsoft SharePoint usage report in the Microsoft 365 admin center: A new Storage tab will provide a high-level view of your overall SharePoint quota consumption and recommended actions for storage management.
Note: This report is available to non-Education tenants. Education tenants should refer to their pooled storage report. Learn more about viewing the pooled storage report: Pooled storage management – M365 Education | Microsoft Learn
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 482200.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCC High, DoD): We will begin rolling out mid-May 2025 and expect to complete by late May 2025.
[How this will affect your organization:]
The SharePoint storage report provides an overview of your tenant’s storage profile across multiple geographies. It will help you understand your tenant’s storage growth trend and make informed decisions on when to buy more storage or clean up usage. The report will include suggestions for optimizing storage, such as setting file history limits, archiving inactive sites, and creating site lifecycle management policies. Also, banner notifications will appear when your tenant is approaching or over the storage quota.
To start using the SharePoint storage report:
- In the Microsoft 365 admin center, go to Reports > Usage page
- From the homepage dashboard, under Reports, select SharePoint.
- Select the Storage tab.
The new Storage tab on the SharePoint storage report in the Microsoft 365 admin center:
[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. You may want to notify your users about this change and update any relevant documentation.
Learn more: Microsoft 365 Reports in the admin center – SharePoint storage – Microsoft 365 admin | Microsoft Learn
Source: Microsoft
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The upcoming update to Microsoft SharePoint, which introduces a new Storage tab in the Microsoft 365 admin center usage reports, is set to create quite a buzz among both admins and users. This enhancement will provide a high-level view of overall SharePoint quota consumption and offer recommendations for effective storage management—something that many organizations will undoubtedly appreciate!
For admins, this means a more streamlined approach to monitoring storage usage across different geographies. No more guessing games about when to buy additional storage or clean up existing files; the new report will provide insights into storage growth trends and actionable suggestions. Think of it as having a personal storage assistant who gently nudges you to tidy up your digital space—without the need for a magic wand!
Users will also benefit from this update. As banner notifications alert them when they’re approaching or exceeding their storage quota, they’ll have a clearer understanding of their storage limits. This proactive approach encourages responsible data management, reducing the likelihood of sudden storage-related disruptions. Plus, with options for archiving inactive sites and establishing site lifecycle management policies, users can feel empowered to manage their content more effectively.
Overall, the impact of these changes is likely to be significant. By providing clear insights and recommendations, this update will facilitate better decision-making and foster a culture of efficiency within organizations.
So, what do you think? Will this new feature make your life easier, or do you see any potential hiccups? Share your thoughts in the comments below! And for more insights on Microsoft 365 updates, don’t forget to check out other posts on mwpro.co.uk. Let’s keep the conversation going!