ToolsJuly 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…