OpenAI Introduces Workspace Agents in ChatGPT

INCLUDED: How to Automate Status Reporting and Progress Tracking Using Make.com

In Today’s edition:

  1. OpenAI Turns ChatGPT Into a Digital Workforce With New Workspace Agents

  2. PMNA TUTORIAL: Automate Status Reporting and Progress Tracking Using Make.com

  3. Automation Tool n8n Now at the Center of Rising Phishing Attacks

  4. TOOL REVIEW: Kollab Helps Teams Turn Workflows Into Self-Running Systems

  5. Exciting Career Opportunities for Product and Project Management Professionals

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OpenAI Turns ChatGPT Into a Digital Workforce With New Workspace Agents

OpenAI has introduced workspace agents in ChatGPT, a new feature designed to help teams automate complex, multi-step work using AI. These agents go beyond simple chat by operating in the cloud, handling tasks independently, and collaborating across tools and workflows. The launch signals a shift from AI as an assistant to AI as an active “worker” embedded in everyday business processes.

  • Workspace agents are Codex-powered AI agents that can perform tasks like writing code, preparing reports, and responding to messages.

  • They run in the cloud, allowing them to continue working even when the user is offline.

  • Teams can create, share, and reuse agents, turning repeat workflows into scalable, collaborative systems.

  • Agents can integrate with tools like Slack and access files, apps, and organizational context to take real actions.

  • The feature is an evolution of custom GPTs, with upcoming support to convert existing GPTs into workspace agents.

Overall, workspace agents represent a major step toward autonomous AI systems that don’t just assist but actively execute work on behalf of teams. By combining memory, integrations, and long-running task execution, OpenAI is pushing ChatGPT into a more operational role inside businesses. As the feature evolves, it could significantly reduce manual coordination and reshape how teams get work done. Read More

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PMNA TUTORIAL: How to Automate Status Reporting and Progress Tracking Using Make.com

Project managers spend hours manually compiling updates and tracking progress across multiple tools, often leading to delays and misalignment. This workflow shows how to use Make.com to automatically collect status updates from Jira, ClickUp, Asana, or Trello and aggregate them into a single, real-time progress report. The result is accurate and timely reporting that keeps stakeholders informed without requiring extra manual effort.

You’ll learn to:
  • Define the metrics and updates to track (status, milestones, blockers, completion)

  • Create a central progress database in Notion, Airtable, or Google Sheets

  • Set up a Make.com scenario to watch for task or project updates

  • Normalize data from different tools for consistency

  • Update the central progress database automatically

  • Highlight blockers and at-risk items using conditional logic

  • Create report templates for Slack, Email, or dashboards

  • Automate notifications to stakeholders

  • Maintain historical records for trend analysis

  • Add error handling and governance to ensure reliability

Why it matters:

Automating status reporting ensures stakeholders always see real-time project progress and reduces the risk of miscommunication. PMs save time, gain visibility into blockers and trends, and can focus on driving execution instead of manually compiling reports. This system scales across projects and teams, creating reliable alignment across the organization.

Trusted Automation Tool n8n Now at the Center of Rising Phishing Attacks

Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a campaign where attackers are abusing n8n, a popular workflow automation platform, to deliver malware through phishing emails. Since at least October 2025, these actors have leveraged n8n’s trusted infrastructure to bypass security filters and carry out stealthy attacks. The trend highlights how legitimate AI and automation tools are increasingly being weaponized for cybercrime.

  • Attackers are embedding n8n webhook URLs in phishing emails to deliver malware and track victims.

  • The abuse relies on trusted domains, helping malicious traffic evade traditional security defenses.

  • Email campaigns using these techniques have surged, with activity rising over 600%+ since early 2025.

  • Some attacks use fake document links and CAPTCHA pages to trick users into triggering malware downloads.

  • Beyond malware delivery, attackers also use webhooks for device fingerprinting and data collection.

Overall, the campaign shows a shift in attacker strategy—from exploiting vulnerabilities to abusing legitimate platforms as attack infrastructure. By turning automation tools like n8n into delivery systems, threat actors can scale attacks while staying under the radar. The findings underscore the growing security risks tied to AI-driven workflows and the need for stronger monitoring of trusted services. Read More

TOOL REVIEW: Kollab Helps Teams Turn Workflows Into Self-Running Systems

Kollab is an AI-powered workflow execution platform designed to turn static processes into dynamic, self-running systems. Instead of simply documenting tasks or automating isolated actions, it enables teams, clients, and AI to collaborate within structured “playbooks” that execute work in real time. The platform focuses on solving a major operational gap—ensuring workflows are not just planned, but consistently carried out.

  • Executable playbooks: Transform workflows into repeatable, step-by-step systems that automatically run across projects.

  • AI as a workflow participant: AI performs real tasks (writing, generating, scheduling) within defined processes—not just prompt-based assistance.

  • Human + AI collaboration: Combine automated steps with human approvals and inputs for controlled, scalable execution.

  • Real-time visibility: Track progress across teams, clients, and tasks without manual status updates or fragmented communication.

  • Reusable templates and scalability: Define workflows once and reuse them across multiple projects, clients, or operations.

For project managers, Kollab is especially relevant because it bridges the gap between planning and execution—arguably the biggest bottleneck in modern teams. Instead of chasing updates, coordinating across tools, or manually enforcing processes, managers can rely on structured workflows that run themselves with built-in accountability and visibility. In a landscape where AI tools are often fragmented and inconsistent, Kollab provides a centralized system that ensures projects move forward predictably, efficiently, and with far less operational friction.

Exciting Career Opportunities for Product and Project Management Professionals

THAT’S A WRAP

Thank you for being a part of our growing community. We look forward to sharing valuable content, industry trends, and strategies that will help you navigate and lead in this dynamic space.

Stay tuned for more to come!

Best,
Ricardo Govindasamy
Founder, PM Network Alliance