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Summary
- A new feature in Microsoft 365 Copilot will allow users to schedule meetings directly from Copilot chat.
- Users can manage meeting logistics—find times, book rooms, draft agendas, and send invites—within the chat experience.
- The feature will be automatically enabled without requiring admin configuration.
- Existing calendar and meeting settings will still be respected.
Admin Impact: Low
User Impact: Medium
Release Start: 26 Nov 2025
Release End: 31 Jan 2026
Services: M365 Copilot
Category: Plan for change
Tags: New Feature, User Adoption
History
11/25/2025 Item Added to Message Center
Microsoft Message
Introduction
We’re introducing a new capability in Microsoft 365 Copilot: scheduling meetings directly from Copilot chat. This enhancement reduces context switching by allowing users to find available times, book rooms, draft agendas, and send invites—all within the chat experience. This feature supports improved collaboration and productivity across your organization.
When this will happen
General Availability (Worldwide): Rollout is beginning now and is expected to complete by late January 2026.
How this affects your organization
Who is affected: All users with a Microsoft 365 Copilot license and access to Copilot chat.
What will happen
- Users can schedule meetings directly from Copilot chat without leaving the conversation.
- Simply ask Copilot to schedule a meeting with colleagues, and it will find available times, book rooms, draft agendas, and send invites—all within the chat experience.
- The feature will be ON by default once enabled; no admin configuration is required.
- Existing admin policies for calendar and meeting settings remain respected.
What you can do to prepare
- No action is required from admins; the feature will be supported by default.
- Optional: Communicate this change to your helpdesk and end users to reduce support inquiries.
- Review internal documentation if you detail scheduling workflows.
Compliance considerations
No compliance considerations identified, review as appropriate for your organization.