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Get Started with Viva Connections

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So this is a step to step guide for getting started with Viva Connections

Requirements

  • Microsoft Teams admin (To add Viva Connection)
  • SharePoint admin
  • SharePoint Home Site
  • Communication Site (Recommend using root site)

Optional:

  • A custom name for your Intranet
  • Custom icons in PNG, 192X192, and 32x32 in size

Recommendation:

I strongly recommend that you redesign your Home site and modernize it if it hasn't been done in a while. Don't be afraid to take help from your communication department, as they are usually the one who owns the landing site.

You can make use of Lookbook to get inspiration

Guide:

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  8. Select the Viva connection App and select Allow.

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  12. Press Save

Now all users show have gotten the app pushed out, it can take up to 24h to show up. But usually straight away on Teams on the web.

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Common issue:

  • Q: Does the app install?
    • A: Check that there isn't a permission policy in place that prevents the app from showing up, the app needs to be included in the custom permission policy
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