Microsoft’s February 2026 Power Platform feature update introduces Copilot chat inside model-driven apps, a way to move canvas apps out of the default environment, and the general availability of code apps. For IT professionals, this means clearer governance, fewer “default environment sprawl” headaches, and a clearer path for developers who prefer code-first—while staying under the same Power Platform controls. Here’s a plain-language recap of what’s new and why it matters for your day-to-day and your career.
Picture this: A flow in your tenant uses a Microsoft Entra–based connector to pull data
If your Power Platform program is growing, you’ve felt the tension: shipping faster while still protecting the data. This post breaks down what a Power Platform Center of Excellence actually is, the operating models you can choose from, and a practical build sequence you can apply without turning your process into bureaucracy. The goal is simple: repeatable delivery at scale, without burying yourself under work.
