Novel York, NY – February 24, 2026 – As artificial intelligence rapidly integrates into the workplace, concerns around security and control are mounting. Barndoor.ai today launched Venn.ai, a platform designed to bridge the gap between the power of AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT and the need for secure, permissioned access to critical business applications. The platform aims to empower teams to leverage AI agents without compromising data security or IT governance.
Venn.ai addresses a growing challenge: while AI adoption is surging, many users are limited to conversational interfaces, unable to connect AI directly to the applications where work actually happens. Existing integrations often offer limited functionality, typically read-only access, falling short of the comprehensive actions businesses require. According to Barndoor, Venn.ai offers a solution by providing broader application coverage and action-oriented integrations, allowing AI to update records, send messages, and search across multiple data sources.
The launch comes amid increasing warnings about “shadow AI” – the use of unapproved AI tools by employees, potentially exposing sensitive data and creating security vulnerabilities. Recent reports highlight the risks associated with interactive AI applications, like Claude Cowork, which can directly access and operate within business tools without IT oversight. Barndoor CEO Oren Michels stated, “People want AI to do things across the apps they use everyday, but without proper controls, that’s risky. Venn.ai gives everyone, not just engineering and IT teams, the ability to use agentic AI safely. We’re putting security controls directly into users’ hands.”
Connecting AI to Your Workflow
Venn.ai connects to a range of popular business applications, including Salesforce, Jira, Google Workspace, and Notion. The platform differentiates itself by working *within* existing AI tools, eliminating the need for users to switch between applications and ensuring they are utilizing the most current AI models. Early adopters have already demonstrated the platform’s capabilities, with examples including a customer success manager automating health summary creation and a finance manager streamlining monthly reporting processes.
One customer success manager connected Venn.ai to Salesforce, Zendesk, Google Docs, Google Slides, and Slack, automating the creation of customer health summaries, and presentations. A startup executive used the platform to link Google Sheets and Salesforce, quickly retrieving last interaction details for company leads. These examples illustrate the potential for Venn.ai to streamline workflows and boost productivity across various departments.
Addressing the Risks of Agentic AI
Venn.ai prioritizes security through features like “human authority,” which pauses before an AI agent takes action, allowing users to review and confirm the action. This built-in oversight ensures that agents operate within defined boundaries and prevents unintended consequences. The platform also facilitates safer experimentation with agentic workflows, enabling businesses to explore the benefits of AI without exposing sensitive systems to unchecked access.
The platform is currently available in free early access, with paid plans slated for release at a later date. Barndoor is actively seeking feedback from early adopters to shape the future development of Venn.ai and promote responsible AI usage in the workplace. Venn.ai is powered by Barndoor’s existing expertise in AI access controls and governance, but is designed as a standalone product focused on usability and accessibility. It supports integrations through a universal MCP endpoint and works with leading AI tools, including Claude and ChatGPT.
Founded in 2024, Barndoor positions itself as a “Control Plane for the agentic enterprise,” providing the necessary guardrails for IT and security teams while empowering business teams to innovate. More information about Venn.ai and Barndoor can be found at Venn.ai and barndoor.ai.
The launch of Venn.ai signals a growing recognition of the need for robust security measures as AI becomes increasingly integrated into business operations. As organizations continue to explore the potential of agentic AI, platforms like Venn.ai will likely play a crucial role in enabling safe and responsible adoption. The coming months will be key to observing how businesses integrate these tools and refine their AI governance strategies.
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