Block users from creating Public Microsoft Teams groups
Hi Community, Is already know that Teams creation in Microsoft Teams is related to O365 groups, and if you would like to block users from creating teams, you need to block them from creating O365 groups, right? Ok, right. But what if we only want to block the possibility to create public teams, but still allow them to create private ones? Would that be possible? The answer is YES. And the solution is Microsoft Purview. You'll need to create a new Label/Label Policy under Information Protection. We'll configure the Label for the scope "Site, UnifiedGroup", with group settings as "Private" and applying the label automatically. Then we can configure/publish the Label Policy as mandatory for all the users, some of them or, as in my example, to a DL that contains all the users that I would like to block. Once published, depending on your tenant size, it can take up to 24 hours to propagate. In my test environment it was quite immediate. Now, the users added to the DL that I configured in the Label Policy can still create teams, but not Public ones ( and can't change the label ) as that option is greyed out. The answer is YES. And the solution is Microsoft Purview.Teams External Collaboration Administrator Role Arrives
Microsoft is introducing a new Entra ID role. The Teams External Collaboration administrator role allows users to manage external collaboration settings. Quite how often Microsoft 365 tenants need to manage these settings is unknown, but it’s a useful prompt to review the current set of roles used and users who are members of those roles. Time for an annual clean-up. https://office365itpros.com/2026/01/14/new-entra-id-role/SharePoint vs Teams vs OneDrive: When to Use Each (and When Not To)
If your organization uses Microsoft 365? then you have gone through the pain point of which tool to use “Should this live in SharePoint, Teams, or OneDrive?” At first glance, all three tools seem to do the same thing store files, share documents, and help people collaborate. But using the wrong tool in the wrong situation can quickly lead to duplicated files, messy permissions, frustrated users, and lost productivity. This blog breaks down what SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, and OneDrive are actually for, when to use each one and more importantly when not to. https://dellenny.com/sharepoint-vs-teams-vs-onedrive-when-to-use-each-and-when-not-to/How to Manage Teams Permissions and Privacy Settings
Managing Teams permissions and privacy settings is not just an IT task—it’s a critical part of maintaining productivity, security, and trust within your organization. In this blog, we’ll explore how Teams permissions work, why privacy settings matter, and practical steps you can take to manage them effectively. https://dellenny.com/how-to-manage-teams-permissions-and-privacy-settings/How To Use Sensitivity Labels in Microsoft Teams (Step-by-Step Guide)
Sensitivity labels help organizations protect data by controlling how information is accessed, shared, and stored. If you’re using Microsoft Teams and want to keep confidential conversations, files, and meetings secure, learning how to use sensitivity labels is essential. In this blog , we’ll walk through what sensitivity labels are, why they matter, and how to use sensitivity labels in Teams step by step, even if you’re not a technical expert. https://dellenny.com/how-to-use-sensitivity-labels-in-microsoft-teams-step-by-step-guide/Integrating Copilot in Microsoft Teams Channels and Projects: A Step-by-Step Guide
In this blog, we’ll explore what Copilot is, why integrating it into Teams channels and projects matters, and most importantly, step-by-step instructions on how to integrate and use Copilot effectively. Whether you manage projects, lead teams, or simply want to boost productivity, this guide will help you unlock Copilot’s full potential. https://dellenny.com/integrating-copilot-in-microsoft-teams-channels-and-projects-a-step-by-step-guide/
What is the best way to collaborate between two organizations with Teams?
Hello, I have a Microsoft 365 Business Standard account, and I am the administrator (currently, my Microsoft 365 organization only has one account, mine). I want to configure my Teams account to collaborate with members of another organization who also use Microsoft 365 Business. I have tried several solutions, without success. My goal is to be able to chat online, schedule and organize virtual meetings, and share documents online with members of the other organization via Teams. What is the best way to set up simple and intuitive collaboration between two organizations using Microsoft 365 Business? Thank you in advance for your help.
