Overview
Access Rhythms directly in Teams to review OKRs, submit check-ins, and get AI-generated summaries without switching apps. Work where your team already collaborates—no context switching, no separate logins.
Installation Time: 5 minutes
Requirements: Rhythms Admin role and Global Administrator or Teams Administrator role (to grant Microsoft permissions consent)
Quick Installation Guide
3 steps to get Rhythms in Teams:
Enable Integration - Settings → Collaboration platforms → Microsoft Teams → Install
Grant Permissions - Accept Microsoft permissions when prompted
Users Access App - Users search for Rhythms in Teams and pin to sidebar
Installation Steps
Step 1: Enable Rhythms App from Rhythms Portal
Path: Settings → Collaboration platforms → Microsoft Teams
Log into Rhythms portal as a Rhythms Admin
Navigate to Settings → Collaboration platforms
Locate Microsoft Teams in the collaboration platforms list
Click "Install" next to Microsoft Teams
You'll be redirected to Microsoft permissions screen
Step 2: Grant Required Permissions
When you click Install, Microsoft will prompt you to review and accept permissions for the Rhythms app:
Permissions requested:
Maintain access to data you have given it access to
Sign in and read user profile
Read all app catalogs
Read organization information
Send a teamwork activity to any user
Allow the app to manage itself for all users
Read all users' full profiles
Review the permissions and click "Accept" to grant consent for your organization.
Note: "Read all users' full profiles" and "Allow the app to manage itself for all users" will allow the app to install for the users of Rhythms. Accepting these permissions grants consent on behalf of all users in your organization.
Step 3: Verify Installation
Check Admin Portal:
Microsoft Teams status should show "Installed" with a checkmark in Rhythms Collaboration platforms page
If status shows "Installed," the integration is complete
Step 4: Share User Instructions
Once installation is verified, share these instructions with your Rhythms workspace users:
For Users to Access Rhythms in Teams:
Search for Rhythms
Open Microsoft Teams
Click search bar or navigate to Apps
Type "Rhythms"
Open the App
Click on Rhythms app in search results
Select "Open in new window" or click the app icon
App will launch and display your OKRs
Pin for Easy Access (Recommended)
Right-click the Rhythms app icon
Select "Pin" from the menu
Rhythms now appears in your Teams sidebar for quick access
User Communication Template
You can use the template after installation to communicate with your team:
Subject: Rhythms Now Available in Microsoft Teams
You can now access Rhythms directly in Microsoft Teams—no need to switch between apps.
Quick Setup (30 seconds):
Open Teams and search for "Rhythms"
Click to open the app
Right-click and select "Pin" to keep it in your sidebar
What You Can Do:
View your OKRs and team progress
Submit check-ins without leaving Team
See notifications right in your workflow
Questions? Reply to this message or contact [support contact].
Deployment Best Practices
Communicate Early and Often Announce the integration before enabling it. Explain the benefits (no context switching, faster check-ins) so users understand the value.
Provide Visual Instructions Include screenshots showing how to search, open, and pin the app. Visual guides dramatically increase successful adoption.
Identify App Champions Have a few early adopters test and share their positive experiences. Peer recommendations drive faster adoption than admin announcements.
Follow Up on Adoption One week after deployment, check which users are actively using the Teams app. Follow up with teams that haven't engaged to ensure they know it's available.
Troubleshooting
Can't find Rhythms in Teams search
Verify Rhythms Admin completed installation from Settings → Collaboration platforms
Check that Microsoft Teams status shows "Installed" in Rhythms portal
Confirm user has a Rhythms workspace account
Try searching with full name "Rhythms" (not partial)
App shows authentication or permission errors
Verify user is logged into Teams with the same email as their Rhythms account
Confirm Rhythms Admin accepted Microsoft permissions during installation
Check that user's Rhythms account is active
Try logging out of Teams and logging back in
App opens but shows no OKRs
Confirm user has appropriate Rhythms role and permissions
Check if user is assigned to any teams in Rhythms workspace
Verify OKR visibility settings allow user to see relevant OKRs
Installation shows "Installed" but users can't find app
Allow up to 24 hours for app to propagate across all Teams clients
Have users restart their Teams application
Verify users are members of the Rhythms workspace
Check if organization's Teams policies block third-party apps
Need to reinstall or update permissions
Go to Settings → Collaboration platforms in Rhythms
Click on Microsoft Teams (will show "Installed")
Contact Rhythms support for reinstallation or permission updates
What Users Can Do in Teams App
View OKRs:
Personal OKRs, team OKRs, and organization OKRs
Filter by owner, team, or time period
See real-time progress updates and status
Submit Check-ins:
Update progress on Key Results
Add check-in notes and context
View check-in history and trends
Get AI Summaries:
Receive AI-generated progress summaries
View team alignment and dependencies
Receive Notifications:
Check-in reminders
Delegate assignments
FAQ
Q: Do all Rhythms users automatically get the Teams app?
The app is automatically available for all users in your Rhythms workspace once a Rhythms Admin enables the integration. Users must search for and open the app in Teams to start using it.
Q: Can users use both Teams app and web portal?
Yes, both interfaces access the same real-time OKR data. Use whichever fits your current workflow.
Q: Do users need to accept permissions individually?
No, when the Rhythms Admin accepts permissions during installation, it applies to all users in the organization. Individual users won't see permission prompts.
Q: Will this work for external collaborators?
Only for users who are members of your Rhythms workspace. External collaborators need to be added to your Rhythms workspace first.
Q: Do users need Teams Administrator permissions to use the app?
No, only the Rhythms Admin who enables the integration needs Teams Administrator role. Regular users only need their standard Teams access.