Microsoft 365 & Office 365: Teams Returns to the Suite in November 2025

Microsoft has announced an important update for organizations using Microsoft 365 and Office 365. Beginning November 1, 2025, customers will once again be able to purchase Microsoft 365 and Office 365 suites that include Teams.

This update follows Microsoft’s agreement with the European Commission and is designed to give customers more choice and flexibility in how they license their collaboration tools.

What’s Changing:

• Customers can choose Microsoft 365 and Office 365 with or without Teams.
• Pricing will reflect the difference between versions.
• Teams will continue to be available as a standalone product.

What It Means for Customers:

These updates are more than just a licensing shift; they reflect Microsoft’s push toward open ecosystems and customer choice. For organizations, it means:

• Flexibility in how you bundle Microsoft apps with Teams.
• Easier ways to integrate Teams with other collaboration platforms.
• Simplified data management and portability across tools. 

At Coretek, we see these changes as an opportunity for organizations to take a fresh look at how Teams fits into their collaboration strategy. Whether you’re standardizing on Microsoft tools or using Teams alongside other platforms, our team is here to help you find the best approach for your business.