Following a recent Dynamics 365 service update, the default behaviour of the requirement search filter in the Schedule Board requirement panel has changed from “Contains” to “Starts With.”

Previously, the default “Contains” filter allowed users to quickly locate requirements using partial or flexible search terms, making the search process more efficient and user-friendly. With the new update, users are now required to manually change the filter from “Starts With” to “Contains” each time before entering their search criteria.

This additional step impacts productivity and usability, especially for users who frequently rely on the requirement panel for searching records.

We recommend restoring the default filter behaviour to “Contains,” or alternatively, providing a configurable option that allows organizations to define their preferred default search behaviour.