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Added to roadmap: 6 aug 2026 | Last modified: 23 sep 2026
Facilitator can now join meetings set up in Teams channels. Facilitator helps participants run more effective meetings through the ability to take live notes, manage the agenda, answer questions, and capture tasks.
Updated September 23, 2026: We have updated the timeline. Thank you for your patience.
What and why
We’re expanding Facilitator support in Microsoft Teams channel meetings. Users will be able to add Facilitator to channel meetings to take notes, manage the agenda, answer questions, and manage tasks.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 568936.
Rollout schedule
- Targeted Release: Beginning in early November 2026 (previously mid-September) and expected to complete by mid-November 2026 (previously late September)
- General Availability (Worldwide): Beginning in mid-November 2026 (previously late September) and expected to complete by early December 2026 (previously mid-October)
Impact on your organization
Who is affected
- Organizations that have enabled Facilitator in Microsoft Teams
- Users licensed for Facilitator
Platforms and services
- Microsoft Teams
- Teams channel meetings
What will happen
- Users will be able to add Facilitator to channel meetings.
- Facilitator can take notes, manage the agenda, answer questions, and manage tasks.
Action required and recommendations
No action is required to prepare for this update.
Compliance considerations
No compliance considerations identified. Review as appropriate for your organization.
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