Admins can create and deploy custom Model Context Protocol (MCP) connectors across Microsoft 365
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Admins can create custom Model Context Protocol (MCP) connectors in the Microsoft 365 Admin Centre and deploy them across Microsoft 365. This will allow admins to surface their organization's custom data in Microsoft 365 Copilot via these MCP-based connectors.
Roadmap ID:
501585
Details:
What changed:
Previously, admins had limited ability to integrate custom data sources with Microsoft 365 Copilot. Now, they can build custom MCP-based connectors in the Microsoft 365 admin center and deploy them organization-wide. This enables Copilot to access and use proprietary data securely via these connectors.
Why:
This capability allows organizations to extend Copilot’s usefulness by integrating their unique data, improving relevance and decision-making while maintaining centralized control.
Try this:
Open the Microsoft 365 admin center.
Go to the Copilot Extensibility section.
Create a new MCP connector and deploy it to users across the organization.
Why this matters:
Custom connectors enable tailored Copilot experiences that leverage organizational data securely and at scale.
Business impact:
Teams gain enhanced insights by integrating proprietary data into Copilot workflows, improving collaboration and productivity.
Personal impact:
Users access richer, organization-specific information directly through Copilot, reducing time spent searching external systems.