Exciting Updates on Microsoft 365: Enhanced Teams Meeting Recordings Access and Improved Header Search

 Are you keeping up with the latest advancements in Microsoft 365? There are two new thrilling developments that have been introduced: New Graph APIs for accessing Teams Meeting Recording Message Summary, and the Generally Available Header Search feature in Teams admin center. Let’s take a closer look at these updates and how they can transform the way you navigate through Teams.

Accessing Teams Meeting Recording Message Summary with New Graph APIs

Microsoft is set to revolutionize how you access and manage Teams meeting recordings with the introduction of new organization-wide and Resource Specific Consent (RSC) application permissions. These permissions will enable apps to access recordings for a specific meeting. Essentially, it will permit admins to authorize users to give consent to apps, providing them with particular access to a meeting's recordings.

The rollout of the new Graph APIs will begin in early July for Beta users and in late August for Standard Release, with completion expected by mid-September. This innovation is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 95787.

The Impact on Your Organization

As a tenant admin, you now have the power to opt for more restrictive permissions, giving apps access only to specific meeting recordings. Alternatively, you can go for a self-serve model where meeting organizers or presenters can authorize individual apps to access specific meeting recordings through the Resource-Specific Consent feature.

To leverage these new meeting recordings-related permissions, they can be reviewed and accepted via the Azure portal (Azure Active Directory > Enterprise applications > App Name > Permissions).

Preparing for the Transition

Make sure to review and accept permissions for apps that require access to Teams Meetings recordings through the AAD portal via Enterprise Applications > App Name > Permissions. Understanding how you can control whether you want to allow resource owners to grant RSC permission for apps in meetings directly is essential. You may also want to consider notifying your users about this new capability and update your training and documentation.

Header Search Now Generally Available in Teams Admin Center

The Header Search feature in the Teams admin center, rolling out by mid-July 2023, is set to significantly enhance your search experience. It is a tool that will make it quicker and easier to find what you're searching for within the Teams Admin Center.

What this Means for Your Organization

With the Header Search feature, you can now search across a wide range of entities, including Teams, Users, Policies, Settings, Documentation, and more. This enhancement will dramatically reduce the time taken to find relevant information. Additionally, users will now have access to their search history, allowing for easy revisiting of previous searches.

Getting Ready for the Change

It would be beneficial to inform your Teams administrators about this new capability, enabling them to make full use of the enhanced search feature. Remember to update your training materials and documentation to ensure everyone is on board with these exciting changes.

In conclusion, these Microsoft 365 updates offer promising changes that can significantly improve your Teams experience, streamline your search process, and ensure a more secure and specific access to meeting recordings. As you prepare to embrace these changes, remember to keep your team informed and ready to utilize these new features to the fullest.