Release2026-10-21

OpenAI and ServiceNow expanded their partnership. ServiceNow will integrate OpenAI models and agents into its workflows. ChatGPT and Codex will connect to ServiceNow business context and actions. Customers link their own ServiceNow instance to ChatGPT. Existing business rules and permissions apply to actions taken. ServiceNow will preview interactive experiences inside ChatGPT. OpenAI models will power ServiceNow’s AI Workflow Factory and Build Agent. A joint security solution will combine OpenAI’s cybersecurity with ServiceNow’s context. Voice capabilities will let users describe AI use cases aloud in ServiceNow. ServiceNow will give all employees access to ChatGPT Work and Codex. OpenAI will use ServiceNow workflows in its own operations. The ServiceNow MCP plugin is available in the OpenAI marketplace today. Enhanced capabilities are expected by the end of 2026.

What changed

OpenAI and ServiceNow had a partnership limited to specific integrations announced in January 2026.

What it unlocks

Running ServiceNow workflows from ChatGPT and Codex and using OpenAI models inside ServiceNow products.

  • ServiceNow MCP plugin available now
  • Enhanced capabilities by end of 2026
  • Voice capabilities in Q1 2027
  • Security early access January 2027

What you need to act on it

  • a ServiceNow instance
  • ChatGPT or Codex access

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