Microsoft 365 contact data does not include a Last Name or Middle Initial field. Additionally, the Middle Initial field is automatically synchronized by Azure AD by default (dirsync).
CiraSync has recently introduced a new feature for users who want to synchronize the Middle/Initial Name field. This is done by mapping the initial field of the GAL to the Middle/Initial Name field. To begin synchronizing the Middle/Initial Name field for your users, do the following:
- Access the CiraSync control panel.
- Click on the username in the upper right corner of the window.
- Click on Settings . The CiraSync settings will open.
- Click on contact fields . The contact fields settings will open.
- Scroll to the bottom of the window.
- Check the attribute box Assign GAL initials to middle name.
- Click SAVE in the upper right corner of the window.