# Introduction

## What is ZenML Pro?

The [Pro version of ZenML](https://zenml.io/pro) extends the Open Source product with advanced features for enterprise-grade MLOps. It provides multi-user collaboration, role-based access control, flexible deployment options, and professional support to help teams scale their ML operations.

![Walkthrough of ZenML Model Control Plane](https://884225131-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FoT4CiM88wQeSLTcwLU2J%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-fee229fa198ec94c2928b50b026245d0d0a885ab%2Fmcp-walkthrough.gif?alt=media)

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To get access to ZenML Pro, [book a call](https://www.zenml.io/book-your-demo).
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## ZenML OSS vs Pro Feature Comparison

| Feature Category        | ZenML OSS                                                                                     | ZenML Pro                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              |
| ----------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| **User Management**     | Single-user mode                                                                              | Multi-user support with SSO, [organizations](https://docs.zenml.io/pro/core-concepts/organization), and [teams](https://docs.zenml.io/pro/core-concepts/teams)                                                                                         |
| **Access Control**      | ❌ No RBAC                                                                                     | Full [role-based access control](https://docs.zenml.io/pro/access-management/roles) with customizable permissions                                                                                                                                      |
| **Multi-tenancy**       | ❌ No workspaces/projects                                                                      | [Workspaces](https://docs.zenml.io/pro/core-concepts/workspaces) and [projects](https://docs.zenml.io/pro/core-concepts/projects) for team and resource isolation                                                                                      |
| **ZenML Web UI**        | Basic pipeline and run visualization                                                          | Pro UI with [Model Control Plane](https://docs.zenml.io/concepts/models), [Artifact Control Plane](https://docs.zenml.io/concepts/dashboard-features), and comparison views                                                                            |
| **Pipeline Execution**  | Run pipelines via SDK/CLI                                                                     | Run pipelines from the UI, manage schedules through the UI, [triggers](https://docs.zenml.io/concepts/snapshots)                                                                                                                                       |
| **Stack Configuration** | User-managed stacks                                                                           | Advanced stack configurations with workspace/project-level restrictions for platform teams                                                                                                                                                             |
| **Security**            | Community updates                                                                             | Prioritized security patches, SOC 2 and ISO 27001 certification                                                                                                                                                                                        |
| **Deployment**          | Self-hosted only                                                                              | [SaaS](https://docs.zenml.io/pro/deployments/scenarios/saas-deployment), [Hybrid](https://docs.zenml.io/pro/deployments/scenarios/hybrid-deployment), or [Self-hosted](https://docs.zenml.io/pro/deployments/scenarios/self-hosted-deployment) options |
| **Support**             | Community support                                                                             | Professional support included (SaaS deployments)                                                                                                                                                                                                       |
| **Reporting**           | Basic run tracking                                                                            | Advanced usage reports and analytics                                                                                                                                                                                                                   |
| **Core Features**       | <p>✅ Run pipelines on stacks<br>✅ Full observability over runs<br>✅ Artifact tracking<br></p> | <p>✅ All OSS features<br>✅ <a href="https://docs.zenml.io/concepts/snapshots">Run Snapshots</a><br>✅ Model Control Plane<br>✅ Artifact Control Plane<br>✅ Enhanced filtering and search</p>                                                            |

## Security & Compliance

All ZenML Pro deployments include:

* ✅ **SOC 2 Type II** certification
* ✅ **ISO 27001** certification
* ✅ **Vulnerability Assessment Reports** available on request
* ✅ **Software Bill of Materials (SBOM)** available on request

## Documentation Guide

This documentation is organized to help you understand, deploy, and manage ZenML Pro:

| Section                                                                        | Description                                                                                         |
| ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| [**System Architecture**](https://docs.zenml.io/pro/system-architecture)       | How ZenML Pro services (Control Plane, Workspace Server, Workload Manager) communicate and interact |
| [**Scenarios**](https://docs.zenml.io/pro/deployments/scenarios)               | Decision guide to help you choose between SaaS, Hybrid, and Self-hosted deployments                 |
| [**Deployment Details**](https://docs.zenml.io/pro/deployments/deploy-details) | Reference for configurable options, environment variables, and permissions for each component       |
| [**Upgrades and Updates**](https://docs.zenml.io/pro/manage/upgrades-updates)  | How to upgrade each ZenML Pro component                                                             |
| [**Core Concepts**](https://docs.zenml.io/pro/core-concepts/hierarchy)         | Organizations, Workspaces, Projects, Teams, and Hierarchy                                           |
| [**Access Management**](https://docs.zenml.io/pro/access-management/roles)     | Roles, Permissions, Service Accounts, and Secrets                                                   |

## Pro Feature Details

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