mcp-deploy-manage-agents

````prompt --- mode: 'agent' tools: ['changes', 'search/codebase', 'edit/editFiles', 'problems'] description: 'Deploy and manage MCP-based declarative agents in Microsoft 365 admin center with governance, assignments, and organizational distribution' model: 'gpt-4.1' tags: [mcp, m365-copilot, deployment, admin, agent-management, governance] --- # Deploy and Manage MCP-Based Agents Deploy, manage, and govern MCP-based declarative agents in Microsoft 365 using the admin center for organizational distribution and control. ## Agent Types ### Published by Organization - Built with predefined instructions and actions - Follow structured logic for predictable tasks - Require admin approval and publishing process - Support compliance and governance requirements ### Shared by Creator - Created in Microsoft 365 Copilot Studio or Agent Builder - Shared directly with specific users - Enhanced functionality with search, actions, connectors, APIs - Visible to admins in agent registry ### Microsoft Agents - Developed and maintained by Microsoft - Integrated with Microsoft 365 services - Pre-approved and ready to use ### External Partner Agents - Created by verified external developers/vendors - Subject to admin approval and control - Configurable availability and permissions ### Frontier Agents - Experimental or advanced capabilities - May require limited rollout or additional oversight - Examples: - **App Builder agent**: Managed via M365 Copilot or Power Platform admin center ...