Creating a dynamic distribution list
A dynamic distribution list in Microsoft 365 automatically updates its membership based on specific user attributes, such as department or location. This functionality ensures that emails are always sent to current members who meet the criteria, without the need for manual updates by list owners. For example, an accounting department could rest assured that their newest hires are included on distribution list communications, simply because the new hires’ department attribute is set to Accounting.
Getting ready
Ensure that you have administrative rights to access the Exchange admin center within Microsoft 365. Specifically, you will need to be assigned the Exchange Administrator role or another role that includes the necessary permissions to create and manage distribution lists. Simply having access as a reader will not allow you to execute this recipe.
How to do it…
- Log into the Exchange admin center at https://admin...