Summary

In this chapter, you have delved into the nuances of governance and lifecycle management within Microsoft Teams, equipping you with the necessary tools and insights to ensure the smooth operation and efficient management of Teams. By examining the procedures for developing, administering, and refining update policies, customizing Microsoft 365 group settings, and implementing policy packages, the chapter provided Administrators with a robust framework for managing Teams’ lifecycle from inception to decommission.

One of this chapter’s focal points was the identification of licensing requirements crucial for advanced lifecycle management, where the necessity of Entra ID Premium licenses for accessing certain features such as access reviews was highlighted. This chapter also discussed the storage locations of Teams content, which plays a pivotal role in data management and compliance efforts, emphasizing the importance of understanding where and how Teams’...