Microsoft 365 admin center: New Feature access management UI in Admin Center

🚨 The Signal: Admins can now manage Viva app feature access policies directly in the Microsoft 365 admin center, rather than solely via PowerShell. This simplifies policy management for regulatory and business requirements.

The Impact

Admins are affected by a new UI for managing Viva feature access, reducing the risk of misconfiguration due to complex PowerShell.

• Security Teams: Easier enforcement of feature access policies.
• Admins: Simplified management of Viva app features.
• Compliance Teams: Better alignment with regulatory requirements.
• Users: Consistent application of feature access controls.

The Action

1. Review existing Viva feature access policies via Microsoft 365 admin center.
2. Navigate to Microsoft 365 admin center > Settings > Org settings > Viva apps.
3. Configure new feature access policies using the UI as required.
4. Validate policy application for specific user groups.

Domain: Other · Impact: medium · Workload: Other