Overview of People companion

The People companion helps users quickly find coworkers, view org charts, check availability, and start conversations—all without switching between apps.

Key Features

• Search by key descriptors- Search for contacts in your organization by name, title, location, department, project, or skill.
• View a person’s card - Quickly access detailed profiles of colleagues, including their roles, contact information, and more.
• Availability information - Check the availability status of team members to find the best time to connect.
• Org chart information - Navigate through the organizational structure to understand team hierarchies and reporting lines.
• Start a conversation - Initiate conversations directly through Teams or Email, making it easy to communicate.

Privacy and Security

• Profile accuracy – The app syncs with your organization’s directory to maintain accurate and up-to-date employee information.
• Data protection – Stringent security measures are in place to ensure that your information remains private.
• External communication – Users can connect with external contacts if they’ve interacted through Microsoft 365 services, such as Teams or email.