Platform WatchJuly 9, 2026via The Decoder
OpenAI pairs its GPT-5.6 public rollout with ChatGPT Work, a new agent that handles entire workflows
Why it matters
OpenAI is moving beyond chat into autonomous workflow execution. ChatGPT Work represents the shift from conversational AI to agent-as-product, bundled with GPT-5.6's public availability—a signal that agentic capabilities are now table-stakes for enterprise AI platforms.
Key signals
- ChatGPT Work powered by GPT-5.6 (public rollout paired with product launch)
- Agent capabilities: independently handles complex projects across multiple apps
- Integrations: Google Drive, Slack, Salesforce
- Availability: web, mobile, desktop
- Access gated by subscription tier
- Powered by Codex (code execution layer)
The hook
Not a pilot. OpenAI's new ChatGPT Work agent now handles entire workflows across Google Drive, Slack, and Salesforce—shipping today across web, mobile, and desktop.
OpenAI is launching ChatGPT Work, an agent-based product powered by Codex and the now publicly available GPT-5.6. The agent can independently handle complex projects across apps like Google Drive, Slack, and Salesforce. ChatGPT Work is available now on web, mobile, and desktop, though access depends on the subscription plan.