Authored by Tom Smith
Dynamics 365 Consultant
Microsoft’s April 2025 Wave Release is packed with powerful tools and enhancements for the Power Platform, designed to take the low-code revolution to the next level. Whether you’re a seasoned app builder, business analyst, or IT admin, this update offers something to help you streamline processes, enhance collaboration, and unlock the full potential of AI and automation across your organisation.
Let’s dive into the standout features and—more importantly—how they can make your life easier.
✨ Copilot Visualisations
Public Preview: Jan 2025 | General Availability: Oct 2025
Say goodbye to static, manual dashboards. With this new Copilot feature, users can generate visualisations of Dynamics 365 data at the click of a button. Even better? These visuals dynamically update based on the filters applied to your current view.
Why it’s a game-changer:
- Takes the guesswork (and hard work) out of creating charts.
- Visuals update in real-time as filters are applied, keeping insights current.
- Includes built-in explanations, making it easier to understand the story your data is telling.
🔍 Natural Language Search & Filtering
Public Preview: Nov 2024 | General Availability: Apr 2025
Searching and filtering just got smarter—and more human. Users can now ask questions and sort data using natural language, no complex queries needed.
Why you’ll love it:
- Creates an intuitive and engaging user experience.
- Say goodbye to fiddling with filters—just type what you want to find.
- Saves time and boosts productivity across your team.
🧠 Plan Designer
Public Preview: Dec 2024 | General Availability: Sept 2025
Planning a solution? Just describe the business problem. The Plan Designer does the rest—mapping out data models, apps, flows, and even security roles.
The benefits? Endless:
- Build robust solutions without writing a line of code.
- Easily visualise how your solution will work.
- Iterate and refine based on real-life use cases.
🧩 Build Expressions with Copilot
Public Preview: Jan 2025 | General Availability: May 2025
Creating and editing expressions in Power Automate just got a lot less painful. Copilot helps you craft expressions and even fixes errors on the fly.
Say hello to:
- Quicker flow creation.
- Reduced expression errors.
- A smoother, less technical experience for all skill levels.
🗺️ Automation Centre – Process Mapping
Public Preview: Mar 2025 | General Availability: Sept 2025
Gain a bird’s-eye view of your automation processes with new visual mapping tools. Perfect for troubleshooting and fine-tuning your workflows.
Why it matters:
- See how connected flows interact in real time.
- Quickly identify and resolve bottlenecks or failures.
- Bring clarity to complex automation journeys.
🔁 Reusable PowerFx Functions
Public Preview: Feb 2025 | General Availability: Apr 2025
Create server-side business logic once—and use it everywhere. These formerly known “low-code Dataverse plugins” are now rebranded and ready to power up your apps and flows.
Perks include:
- Consistent, reusable logic across different environments.
- Improved app performance and maintainability.
- Used seamlessly across Canvas Apps, Custom Pages, and Power Automate.
🔒 Manage Access to Public System Views
Public Preview: Feb 2025 | General Availability: Apr 2025
Admins now have more control over who sees what in model-driven apps. This feature lets you limit access to system views based on user roles.
The upside:
- Keeps user interfaces clean and focused.
- Prevents unnecessary or irrelevant data views.
- More governance and customisation at your fingertips.
🚀 Deployment Hub
Public Preview: Jan 2025 | General Availability: May 2025
Manage deployments with confidence. The new Deployment Hub gives you a central space in the Admin Portal to handle Power Platform Pipelines.
Here’s why it’s a must-have:
- Review failed deployments and troubleshoot with ease.
- Tenant-level analytics for big-picture insights.
- Built-in approval management makes governance simple.
🤖 Create Custom Agents from Prebuilt Agents
Public Preview: Mar 2025 | General Availability: Apr 2025
Microsoft Copilot Studio now includes ready-made agents you can customise. Predefined topics, trigger phrases, and flows make getting started faster than ever.
It’s a fast-track to:
- Getting familiar with Copilot Studio.
- Rapid agent deployment with custom tweaks.
- Reduced development time for chatbot solutions.
🧠 Build Autonomous Custom Agents
General Availability: Apr 2025
Supercharge your Copilot agents with custom connectors and integrations. These bots can now complete complex tasks, drawing on data and services across your organisation.
What’s in it for you:
- Agents that are smarter, more independent, and ready to help.
- Complex business logic executed without human intervention.
- Generative AI ensures responses stay relevant and helpful.
Ready to Accelerate with Power Platform?
The April 2025 Power Platform update is full of features designed to make your work easier, faster, and more secure. Whether you’re looking to streamline processes or boost collaboration, these tools can help you and your team innovate more efficiently.
Take advantage of these new features to drive success in your organisation!
Contact us for further information or a personalised demo—our team is here to help you make the most of this exciting release.