M365 Updates for February 2025

Microsoft 365 is continuously evolving with new features to boost productivity, collaboration, and security. From smarter scheduling in Teams to AI-powered workplace solutions, these updates streamline workflows and enhance the modern workplace.

Here are the top updates you need to know for February 2025!

1) New Calendar Features in Teams

What you need to know: By switching to the New Calendar in Teams, you see some of the most used features from your Outlook calendar, e.g. time zones, shared calendars, streamlined scheduling, customisable calendar views and more!

Find out more: Get started with the new calendar in Microsoft Teams – Microsoft Support

2) Microsoft Places in Teams

What you need to know: Make the most of your team’s hybrid work schedule with Microsoft Places, an AI-powered workplace solution (available with a Teams Premium license). It helps coordinate where work happens, modernise the office with intelligent technology, and optimise the workplace based on changing employee needs. Key features include hybrid scheduling, intelligent booking, wayfinding, desk booking, and space optimisation

Find out more: Get started with Microsoft Places – Microsoft Support

3) New Forms Experience in SharePoint Lists

What you need to know: With a modern design experience, Lists forms can be created quickly and shared via a link to anyone within your organisation. The recipient focuses on filling out the details without seeing your full list. All submitted responses appear immediately as new list items. From there, it’s just like any other item in a list – and get the benefits of formatting, automations, and commenting.

Find out more: Collect information like a pro New Microsoft Lists forms experience in Microsoft 365

4) Microsoft Loop Workspaces

What you need to know: Microsoft Loop brings together people and resources in centralized workspaces, enhanced by AI capabilities. It allows for real-time collaboration and seamless task management within Teams channels.

Find out more: Get started with Microsoft Loop – Microsoft Support

5) Microsoft Viva Learning Integration

What you need to know: Microsoft Viva Learning integrates seamlessly with Teams, providing a centralised hub for learning and development. It curates content from various sources, making it easy for employees to upskill.

Find out more: Overview of Microsoft Viva Learning | Microsoft Learn

6) New Meeting Recap Features in Teams

What you need to know: Teams now provides meeting recap features, including recordings, transcripts, and highlights, making it easier to catch up on missed meetings and stay informed.

Find out more: Meeting recap in Microsoft Teams – Microsoft Support

7) Enhanced File Sharing in OneDrive

What you need to know: OneDrive now offers enhanced file sharing options, including more granular permissions and expiration dates for shared links, ensuring better control over your shared content.

Find out more: Share OneDrive files and folders – Microsoft Support

8) Enhanced Security Features in SharePoint

What you need to know: SharePoint now includes enhanced security features such as advanced threat protection and data loss prevention, ensuring your organisation’s data remains secure.

Find out more: Cloud data security measures in SharePoint & OneDrive – SharePoint in Microsoft 365 | Microsoft Learn

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