The LCSLog SQL Database is not logging any archiving content
First published on TECHNET on Feb 14, 2017 Author: Sri Todi, Microsoft Support Escalation Engineer When the ExchangeArchivingPolicy (commandlet: Get-csUser) is set to UNINITIALIZED, Skype for Business Server 2015 is designed to first connect to Exchange to verify, if the mailbox has an in-place (or Litigation) hold.Primer: How to Use RBAC for Applications to Control App Use of the Mail.Send Permission
The temptation to use the Mail.Send application permission in scripts can lead PowerShell developers into trouble because the permission allows access to all mailboxes, including sensitive executive and financial mailboxes. Fortunately, RBAC for Applications allows tenants to control the access that apps have to mailboxes and other Exchange content. All explained here with an example script to test RBAC of Applications. https://office365itpros.com/2026/02/17/mail-send-rbac-for-applications/
Office 365 Mailbox Export to PST - Third Party Tools: What’s Your Experience?
Exporting Office 365 mailboxes to PST is still a common requirement in many Microsoft 365 environments, especially for backup, compliance, and migration scenarios. While Microsoft offers native options like Purview eDiscovery and Outlook export, many administrators also consider third-party tools when dealing with large mailboxes or bulk export requirements. In real-world scenarios, factors like speed, ease of use, permission handling, and consistency of exported data often influence the choice of tool. Some teams prefer native methods for compliance control, while others explore third-party solutions to simplify large-scale or repeated export tasks. For those working with Microsoft 365, what has your experience been with third-party PST export tools? Have they helped in your environment, or do you still rely mainly on Microsoft’s native options?
Best practices/methods for archiving terminated user OneDrive for Business data?
I understand using Litigation Hold and Retention Policy for archiving and holding terminated employee Exchange Online mailbox data, but is there a similar method for archiving and keeping their OneDrive data in a secure location that doesn't take up a full M365 license to hold it in case we have a requirement to bring it back for regulatory compliance purposes?
