IBM partners with OpenAI to expand AI tools to enterprise clients via IBM Consulting.

IBM has partnered with OpenAI to bring OpenAI's AI models and tools, including GPT-5.6 and Codex, to more enterprise customers through IBM's global consulting business. The deal involves joint marketing and development of industry-specific AI solutions for sectors like finance, government, telecom, and retail. IBM will train tens of thousands of consultants on OpenAI technologies and integrate these AI models into its consulting platform to help clients deploy AI in core operations. This partnership strengthens OpenAI's enterprise reach and supports IBM's AI growth strategy amid competitive corporate AI spending.