Sam Altman-led AI company OpenAI has introduced workspace agents in ChatGPT. Aimed at helping teams manage tasks and workflows, the workspace agents in ChatGPT allows organisations to create shared AI agents that can handle tasks such as writing code, preparing reports and responding to messages.
As explained by the ChatGPT-maker, these agents run in the cloud and can continue working even when users are offline. “Today, we’re introducing workspace agents in ChatGPT. Teams can now create shared agents that handle complex tasks and long-running workflows, all while operating within the permissions and controls set by their organization,” the company said.
Workspace agents in ChatGPT designed for team workflows
According to OpenAI, workspace agents are an extension of GPT-based tools and are powered by Codex.
They are built to handle tasks that require coordination across teams, such as gathering information, following workflows and requesting approvals when needed.The agents can be shared within an organisation, allowing teams to build once and reuse them across different projects. They can also be used through ChatGPT or integrated with tools like Slack.As claimed by the company, workspace agents are designed to work across multiple tools and systems.
They can write or run code, use connected applications, and store information for future use. The agents can also be scheduled to run tasks or respond to requests as they come in.The company said the feature aims to help teams manage ongoing work by automating routine processes and keeping workflows active across different platforms.
Workspace agents in ChatGPT: Access, controls and availability
OpenAI said organisations can control how agents operate, including what tools they can access and when approvals are required. Admins can manage permissions and monitor how agents are used within the organisation.The feature is currently available in research preview for ChatGPT Business, Enterprise, Edu and Teachers plans. OpenAI said workspace agents will be free to use until May 6, 2026, after which pricing will move to a credit-based model.
