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Microsoft Rolls Out Modern External Networks for Viva Engage

Microsoft has made its modern External Networks feature for Viva Engage generally available to all customers. These networks, powered by Microsoft Entra and Microsoft 365 Native Mode, offer secure collaboration spaces -- complete with federated authentication, eDiscovery, permission controls and file sharing -- for partners, vendors and consultants. The shift aligns with Microsoft’s recent June 1 deadline for flat‑out migration from legacy systems.

Enterprise IT and developers should note the three‑phase deployment: setting up new Entra tenants, establishing connections via association tokens, and migrating legacy user and data inventories. Admins will need Global Admin privileges and a Microsoft 365 E5 license minimum.

Posted by Redmondmag.com Editors on 06/23/2025


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