OpenAI has introduced workspace agents in ChatGPT, a new feature that allows teams to create shared, Codex‑powered agents that automate complex, long‑running workflows. These agents run in the cloud, enabling them to continue working even when users are offline, and can be integrated into ChatGPT or Slack. Designed to follow team processes, gather context from relevant systems, and request approvals when needed, they aim to streamline tasks such as preparing reports, writing code, responding to messages, and managing sales leads. The agents are available in research preview for ChatGPT Business, Enterprise, Edu, and Teachers plans and will remain free until May 6, 2026, after which credit‑based pricing will apply. Enterprise‑grade monitoring, compliance APIs, and role‑based controls allow administrators to manage tool access, data usage, and agent permissions, ensuring sensitive information is protected. Early testers report more consistent results and increased time for higher‑value work, indicating that workspace agents could significantly reduce coordination overhead and accelerate productivity across organizations.
Introducing workspace agents in ChatGPT
OpenAI has launched workspace agents in ChatGPT, Codex-powered tools that automate complex, long-running workflows across an organization. These agents run in the cloud, can be shared in ChatGPT or Slack, and are designed to follow team processes, gather context, and request approvals. They are available in research preview for Business, Enterprise, Edu, and Teachers plans and will remain free until May 6, 2026. The feature includes enterprise‑grade monitoring, compliance APIs, and role‑based controls for admins.
Why it matters
The introduction of workspace agents represents a shift toward AI that operates within organizational workflows, offering scalable, secure automation that can reduce manual effort and improve consistency across teams.
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