# ChatGPT Now Connects to Company Data for Business Users

OpenAI announced that ChatGPT can now access company knowledge directly from workplace apps, bringing AI assistance closer to real business operations.

The new "Company Knowledge" feature allows ChatGPT Business, Enterprise, and Education users to pull information from their organization's existing applications. When employees ask questions, ChatGPT can now provide answers based on actual company data rather than just general knowledge, complete with citations showing where information came from.

OpenAI emphasized that the feature includes security controls, privacy protections, and administrative oversight—addressing key concerns that have kept many organizations from fully embracing AI tools. IT administrators can manage what data ChatGPT can access and monitor how it's being used.

This update transforms ChatGPT from a general-purpose assistant into a company-specific tool that understands your business context. Instead of searching through multiple apps and documents, employees can ask