Microsoft Teams introduces location tracking for hybrid work

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Microsoft Teams will soon automatically update employee work locations based on Wi-Fi connections, aiming to improve office coordination. This feature, designed for hybrid work environments, will display whether an employee is "in the office" or at a specific building, with rollout expected in February 2026. The system is opt-in and operates only during designated working hours, though concerns about workplace surveillance and potential workforce pushback have been raised.


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